Brussels: Beer, Cheese & Chocolate Pairing with a Beer Sommelier

4.9
(31 reviews)
Brussels, Belgium

1 hour 45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Certified Beer Sommelier & Trained Chef
Dimitri hosts every session himself, not a part-time guide.

5 Belgian Beers, Expertly Paired
Trappist cheese, artisan charcuterie and chocolate from a Purveyor to the Belgian Royal Court.

Learn Why Pairings Work
The sommelier's method (complement, contrast, cut) so you can pair beer at home.

Small Group, Seated & Unhurried
12 guests maximum in Dimitri's own tasting room, 2 minutes from the Grand Place.

Hosted in English, French or Dutch

Example Menu

Starter

Trappist cheese

See how Belgian beer and Trappist cheese bring out the best in each other

Main

Artisan charcuterie

Discover how bitterness and bubbles cut through rich, cured flavours

Dessert

Royal Warrant Belgian chocolate

The grand finale: chocolate from a Purveyor to the Belgian Royal Court with a strong Belgian ale

What's Included

beer sommelier
Discounts on non-tasting purchases
5 Belgian beers paired with Trappist cheese, artisan charcuterie and Royal Warrant chocolate
Private transportation
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at the Doctor Beer tasting room, Boulevard Anspach 80 (pedestrian zone), opposite the Belgian Beer World, 2 min from the Grand-Place. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before the reservation time. Doctor Beer will welcome you personally!

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Belgian beer culture is listed by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, and the best way to understand it is at the table.

Join Dimitri, a certified beer sommelier and trained chef, in his own tasting room on the pedestrian Boulevard Anspach, two minutes from the Grand Place. Over 1 hour 45 minutes you'll taste 5 Belgian beers, paired with Trappist cheese, artisan charcuterie and chocolate from a Purveyor to the Belgian Royal Court.

This is a seated masterclass, not a bar crawl. Dimitri shows you how to taste like a professional (look, aroma, palate, finish) and why some pairings sing: when flavours complement each other, when they contrast, and when a beer's bubbles and bitterness cut through richness.

Expect bottles you won't find in regular bars, the stories of the monks, blenders and brewing families behind them, and as many questions as you like. Perfect for curious beginners and seasoned beer lovers alike. You'll be able to order with confidence in any Belgian café.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Doctor Beer

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Dining Experiences
Chocolate Tours
Restaurants
Small Group
Food & Drink
Spring Break
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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