Brussels 6 January 2015 Belgian Xmas and winter food specialities - Cougnou : The cougnou or bread of Jesus is a typical pastry of Belgium and northern France consumed during periods of Saint-Nicolas and Christmas. The shape of this brioche bread is reminiscent of the baby Jesus wrapped in swaddling clothes. It may also have a special form of a cake with two heads.Raisins are added to the pulp or chocolate chips sometimes accompanied by grains of sugar. It is usually given to children on Christmas morning. It is often accompanied by a bowl or a cup of hot chocolate Credit Denis Closon / Isopix **** reference 00037823 **** *** local caption *** 00037823