Kroakemandels is a typical Ghent snack consisting of salted peas which have previously been deep-fried in hot oil. Preparing this snack requires 48 hours, and it is available exclusively at Café Folklore on Saturdays – the owner Jacques makes kroakemandels based on a secret recipe that he obtained from an elderly woman across the road.

The snack can be consumed with your fingers or from a cone, preferably while the peas are still warm. It is recommended to accompany kroakemandels with a cold beer or two on the side.