When most people hear that a dish contains chocolate, they usually assume that it is a dessert. Chocolate can be used to make a variety of unique and delicious savory flavors. Not all chocolate is sweet. Before the sugar or… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘chocolate’
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Different Chocolate Flavors from Around the World
Once upon a time, chocolate flavors consisted of dark, milk, or white. Today, there are literally thousands of different flavors of chocolate. These range everywhere from slightly unusual to downright strange. Let’s take a look at a few of these… Read More
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The Anatomy of a Chocolate Truffle
Have you ever wondered what’s inside a chocolate truffle? Well, although it shares the name, it’s not a mushroom – truffles can be mushrooms typically found underground and dug up by specially trained European pigs. But in this case, a… Read More
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All about Marshmallows!
Marshmallows are a classic treat. They come in many shapes, sizes, colors, and flavors. Marshmallows are also incredibly versatile. You can roast them over a campfire or drop a couple into a mug of hot cocoa. However you choose to… Read More
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How to Make the Perfect S’more
National S’mores Day is August 10th. What could be better than the union of chocolate, graham crackers, and marshmallow? It’s unknown who the true creator of the s’more was, but the first recipes for this treat appeared in 1927, where… Read More
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The Difference between Milk Chocolate and Dark Chocolate
Chocolate gets its wonderful flavor from the cacao bean. But if you happened to see cacao beans growing, you would NOT want to eat them. Cocoa by itself is actually quite bitter, so we need to add other ingredients to… Read More
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The Dessert Sampler Board Is the Newest Summer Trend
A thoughtfully curated sampler board is always received with a warm welcome at parties, events, and family dinners. The sampler board isn’t just a plate filled with meats and cheeses, but an invitation for friends and family to gather around… Read More
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Four Reasons Why Local Chocolate Makes the Perfect Gift
Gift giving is an art that requires thoughtfulness and creativity. It isn’t about how much money you spend, but rather how much time you take considering the person to whom you’re presenting the gift. However, there are exceptions to this… Read More
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Sláinte! Four Ways to Pair Chocolate and Beer
Chocolate and wine have had the spotlight for long enough– it’s time to move on to something a little more interesting. Enter craft beer: a complex, interesting, delicious alternative to the pinot noir you’ve uncorked with dessert. From boldly hopped… Read More