As three days of sunny weather have made way for Belgium's all-too-present drizzle again, hunting for Easter eggs might not be the first thing on anyone's mind today.
Still, as the holiday is coming up on Sunday – and it's looking like the sun might even join the party – the trusted Easter Bunny is not just bringing delicious chocolates for children this April. With Belgium being recognised across the world for its beloved chocolatiers, the country is the place to be for people of all ages looking for that perfect Easter treat.
To help you deal with the abundance of Belgian chocolate brands and their extensive selections, The Brussels Times' Lauren Walker made a list of our favourites to help you navigate your way through the Belgian treasure trove of chocolate goodness.
From Elisabeth and Godiva to Pierre Marcolini and Neuhaus, you can find advice on which Easter eggs/bunnies/boxes/... to buy to treat your loved ones and yourself – ranging from traditional flavours such as praliné and dark chocolate to more exotic ones like Jasmin Green Tea and Sea Buckthorn Cardamom.
What's your favourite type of chocolate? Let @Maajtee know.
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