The+Friet+Museum

The Friet Museum is the only museum of its kind, showcasing the history of potato fries. The potato fry originated in Belgium, therefore it is only right that the first potato fry museum be opened in Belgium. This museum is owned by Eddie Van Belle who also opened the Choco-Story Museum and the Lumina Domestica which is home to his 6,500 piece lamp collection. The museum is located in the Saaihalle which is a beautiful gothic structure. The building’s construction took so long that only the first half was built in the 14th century and it later had to be finished in the 15th century. The building previously was an inn, dance hall, cafe, and a cinema. Before the museum was opened the Saaihalle underwent a renovation but nothing on the exterior was altered.

When visiting this museum you will learn who came up with the brilliant idea for fries, where the fry was invented, and how to make the perfect Belgian Fry. Exhibits in the museum include artwork, photographs, and potato fry making machines. The top floor explains how the fries came about and in the medieval cellars you can even sample some. While there you can watch a video explaining how to make the perfect fry and you can get the recipe too. To visit the museum it will cost between six and seven euros and generally a visit lasts 45 minutes. Overall this museum seems like an interesting experience that you won’t be able to get anywhere else.