GODIVA was founded in 1926 and became the designated chocolate supplier to the Belgian royal family in 1968, earning it the reputation of being the 'Rolls-Royce of the chocolate world.'
There are several GODIVA stores near the Grand Place in Brussels, offering a wide variety of chocolates with exquisite packaging. Many of the chocolate packages feature designs of the city of Brussels or cartoon images representing Belgian characteristics.
Leonidas is a chocolate shop that can be seen everywhere in Brussels, established in 1913. The biggest feature of this shop is that it offers a variety of fresh chocolates with a shelf life limited to 4 weeks. The flavors range from classic fresh cream to new varieties like champagne and whiskey. Each chocolate has its own unique taste and characteristics. If you can't decide which one to choose, you might as well try various filled chocolates, as they all taste very good.
Neuhaus Chocolates
Neuhaus Brussels Toison d'Or was founded by Swiss immigrant Jean Neuhaus. The innovative use of gift boxes to package chocolates also started from this store, making Neuhaus synonymous with innovation in the minds of chocolate connoisseurs. The most distinctive chocolates of this store are the dazzling filled chocolates, with a wide variety of fillings, including some traditional nut flavors, each one mouth-watering. The liquor-filled chocolates are also a very good choice.
Galler Chocolatier
Although Galler Chocolatier is not very well-known domestically, it is highly praised in Belgium. This mid-range chocolate brand was founded by Jean Galler in 1976. The chocolates here not only offer traditional flavors but also some special ones, such as tea and curry flavors.
Near the Grand Place in Brussels stands a giant chocolate-colored elephant statue, symbolizing a chocolate specialty store named Chocopolis. The chocolates in this store are relatively affordable and of excellent quality, offering great value for money.
I highly recommend purchasing their box of 12 handmade chocolates, priced around 20 euros. Each piece of chocolate has a unique flavor and appearance, making it an excellent gift for friends.
