Local foodmakers embody the essence of taste and dedication. By combining their craftsmanship with modern innovation, they put Ghent on the map as a breeding ground for authentic, high-quality culinary experiences. Come and taste them during Gent Smaakt!

Gentse smaakmakers, from chefs to food makers, bring the city to your plate with delectable dishes and unforgettable taste experiences. The secret recipe? Quality products combining local crafts with worldly influences and new techniques. Discover the unique taste of the following Ghent products at the Gentse Smaakmakers stand:

• Améro: A bittersweet aperitif made from bitter herbs and white wine.
• Bees&You : Sustainable beekeeping and ecological land management.
• Bmycello: Locally produced limoncellos.
• Boland Ferments: Fermented products made from surplus local organic ingredients.
• Cramique Bakery: An artisanal sourdough bakery in Afsnee, on the outskirts of Ghent.
• Fermosa: An aperitif made through fermentation.
• Fourth Wave: Ghent-brewed beer “Gurbet” and artisanal liqueurs.
• Gentse stadsbrouwerij Artevelde: A brewery in the city centre where three beers are brewed: Artevelde Pils, Leute, and Wijze.
• Lerouge natuurlijk: 100% honest, natural juices and oils produced locally on their own land.
• Y-bae: Bun mixes and buns that are gluten-free, low in carbohydrates, and vegan—ideal for anyone with dietary restrictions.
• Zester: Fermented lemonade.