Eat moules-frites in Belgium

Moules-frites became Belgium's national dish after World War I when soldiers craved the hearty combo.

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Moules-frites, a staple Belgian dish of steamed mussels served with thick-cut fries, is widely available at coastal spots like Ostend or Knokke-Heist and inland eateries in Brussels and Antwerp. The mussels, typically cooked in white wine, garlic, celery, and onions, come in variations such as marinière or Provençale with tomatoes and herbs; pair with a Belgian beer like Stella Artois or a crisp white wine. It's a straightforward, filling meal best enjoyed at casual brasseries during summer mussel season from July to February.

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