Belgium borders northeast France and takes its cuisine from a tumultuous history of invasions and reign by the Romans, Vikings, Germans, Austrians, French, German, Spanish, and Dutch. Belgian recipes are famous for having the quality and finesse of French cuisine while being served in the big portions by which German cuisine is known.
French Regional Recipes
By Rebecca Franklin, About.com
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