Events
From cocoa farmer in India to chocolate in Belgium
Holy Cow
Have you always wanted to know how sustainable cacao travels from farmer to chocolate?
Ellen Taerwe from HOLY COW takes you on a journey into the world of specialty cacao from India. Together with her husband Luca, she started a cacao company in India almost 10 years ago, supporting small-scale cacao farmers with a fair and stable income.
In their shop and atelier in Ghent, you can follow the entire process from bean to chocolate. During a delicious tasting, you will not only discover the refined flavours of their own Ghent-made chocolate, but also experience the impact of the processing on both the cacao and the chocolate.
Immerse yourself in the story behind your piece of chocolate!
It will be a unique experience offering a clear look at the entire chocolate-making process, with insights you can take home.
Discover more: https://holycow-chocolate.be/
From cocoa farmer in India to chocolate in Belgium
Holy Cow
Have you always wanted to know how sustainable cacao travels from farmer to chocolate?
Ellen Taerwe from HOLY COW takes you on a journey into the world of specialty cacao from India. Together with her husband Luca, she started a cacao company in India almost 10 years ago, supporting small-scale cacao farmers with a fair and stable income.
In their shop and atelier in Ghent, you can follow the entire process from bean to chocolate. During a delicious tasting, you will not only discover the refined flavours of their own Ghent-made chocolate, but also experience the impact of the processing on both the cacao and the chocolate.
Immerse yourself in the story behind your piece of chocolate!
It will be a unique experience offering a clear look at the entire chocolate-making process, with insights you can take home.
Discover more: https://holycow-chocolate.be/
Grow your own medicinal herbs, month by month
The Spice Compass
Twin sisters Marta and Joanna Klejman take you into the flavourful world of fermentation.
During this inspiring demo, you’ll discover how simple and fun fermenting actually is. With their passion for healthy food and age-old techniques, they show you how you can start fermenting vegetables at home.
They share their knowledge about the powerful health benefits of fermentation and let you taste delicious dishes from their book Fermentista. Expect crisp, fresh flavours and surprising combinations that are not only tasty, but also great for your gut microbiome.
Come by, get inspired, and taste for yourself how fermentation can transform both your kitchen and your health.
About Marta & Joanna
Dietitians and twin sisters Marta and Joanna Klejman are the driving force behind Klejman Fermentista. They organize engaging fermentation workshops and have launched their own flavourful line of fermented vegetables.
The Healthy Power of Fermented Vegetables
Fermentista
Twin sisters Marta and Joanna Klejman take you into the flavourful world of fermentation.
During this inspiring demo, you’ll discover how simple and fun fermentation can be. With their passion for healthy food and age-old techniques, they show you how to get started at home with fermented vegetables.
They share their knowledge about the powerful health benefits of fermentation and let you taste delicious dishes from their book Fermentista. Expect crisp, fresh flavours and surprising combinations that are not only tasty, but also great for your gut microbiome.
Come by, get inspired, and taste for yourself how fermentation can transform both your kitchen and your health.
About Marta & Joanna
Dietitians and twin sisters Marta and Joanna Klejman are the driving force behind Klejman Fermentista. They organize engaging fermentation workshops and have launched their own delicious line of fermented vegetables.
Find out more: https://klejman2.com/
From cocoa farmer in India to chocolate in Belgium
Holy Cow
Have you always wanted to know how sustainable cacao travels from farmer to chocolate?
Ellen Taerwe from HOLY COW takes you on a journey into the world of specialty cacao from India. Together with her husband Luca, she started a cacao company in India almost 10 years ago, supporting small-scale cacao farmers with a fair and stable income. In their shop and atelier in Ghent, you can follow the entire process from bean to chocolate. During a delicious tasting, you will not only discover the refined flavours of their own Ghent-made chocolate, but also experience the impact of the processing on both the cacao and the chocolate
Immerse yourself in the story behind your piece of chocolate!
It will be a unique experience offering a clear look at the entire chocolate-making process, with insights you can take home.
Discover more: https://holycow-chocolate.be/
Jungle Cooking: Flavours from the Food Forest
Junglekoks
Jungle Cooking at Gent Smaakt
Dive into the culinary jungle! During this workshop, you’ll discover the surprisingly rich flavors of the food forest. With a wide selection of ingredients such as wild herbs, fruits, roots, tubers, and flowers, we will each create a few adventurous snacks. Don’t worry—you decide how bold you want your bites to be. But one thing is certain: it will be a feast for your taste buds. Sign up quickly for this culinary adventure and come enjoy the experience with us!
Meet the Crafts tasting
Duvel Moortgat
Let your senses be surprised during the Meet The Crafts Tastings!
Discover the perfect combination of cheese, charcuterie, chocolate and beer during a unique tasting at the brewery of De Koninck. Food pairing expert Luka Libot will take you on a flavourful journey where the beers of Duvel Moortgat blend beautifully with artisanal products from the brewery site.
From refined cheeses by Van Tricht to artisanal charcuterie from The Butcher’s Store and delicious chocolate from Jitsk — every bite is carefully selected to enhance the flavours of the beers. Luka will share his passion, tips and surprising insights on how to perfectly combine flavours.
A must for anyone who loves great food, good beer and a cozy atmosphere.
Places are limited, so be sure to sign up quickly via the link and experience this unique tasting up close!
Kids' restaurant
Gent Smaakt
Taste Korea!
Ae Jin Huys
Inspired by the Korean food philosophy, Mokja! brings simple and pure dishes with a balance of flavours, colours and textures. Through catering, workshops, take-out and pop-ups, Ae Jin introduces people to Korean cuisine. Ae Jin is also a lecturer at Horecaforma and an author with the publishing house Lannoo.
Read more about Ae Jin: https://www.mokja.be
Cool Climate: freshness in the glass
Artevino
Cocktail Workshop: Dada Chapel x JARR Kombucha
Jarr
During Gent Smaakt, Dada Chapel and JARR Kombucha take you into the world of creative cocktails and refined mocktails. In this workshop, you will discover how the unique spirits of the Ghent-based distillery Dada Chapel pair perfectly with the fresh, fruity kombucha from JARR.
Under the guidance of Robin Pollet, you will learn step by step how to create original drinks, using surprising flavour combinations and inspiring recipes. Expect an interactive session full of tips, techniques, and of course the tasting of several special creations.
An ideal workshop for anyone who enjoys experimenting with flavours, with or without alcohol.
10 years Silver Tie
Silver Tie
