Stories

Anuga 2023 is a wrap! The food fair in Cologne was again the event of the year for our members. As many as 192 Belgian food companies talked to existing and potentially new customers about their diverse products and latest innovations.

Belgian chocolate enjoys a reputation of excellence around the globe and The Belgian Chocolate Group plays a crucial role in maintaining this position. The Group is a 100% Belgian company where Belgian chocolate is at the very heart of its activities.

What started out in the early 20th century as a modest initiative of local Belgian dairy farmers that took on the form of a cooperative, has since developed into an international success story in the dairy industry. Yet, the roots of Belgian company Milcobel remain embedded in our country.

Avieta has been winning over hearts (and taste buds) all around the world for over 80 years with its scrumptious waffles. Behind this sweet indulgence is a tale of tradition, quality and continuous innovation.

Belgian company Greenyard saw the light of day in the small East Flemish town of Belsele back in 1983. Over the past four decades, the business has waxed to become a true world leader in the production and distribution of fresh, frozen and prepared fruit and vegetables. 

Belgian beer culture enjoys worldwide renown for its rich history and artisanal brewing methods. One such brewery that places a premium on tradition is Brouwerij Cornelissen. The business has been sticking to its artisanal brewing methods since 1811.

Operating at the heart of Europe, Belgium is the dominant player par excellence in the potato industry. Lutosa’s success story got under way in 1978 in the province of Hainaut. 

Chocolaterie Carré’s adventure started out with Dirk Naert, a talented chocolate worker who realised he had found his calling whilst training as a chocolatier.