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
Archive for the ‘Chocolate’ Category
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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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Five Traditional Irish Desserts in Celebration of St Patrick’s Day
Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! You can celebrate the rich Irish culture by wearing your favorite green sweater, attending a parade, strolling down to the local pub for a Guinness, or indulging in one of these traditional delicacies.
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The Evolution of the Chocolate Bunny
How do you bite into a chocolate bunny? Do you go for the ears first, or do you prefer to start with the tail? Do you eat the entire treat in one sitting, or do you savor it a little… Read More
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The Food Lover’s Guide to Pairing Chocolate with Coffee
The key to any successful marriage isn’t necessarily finding a person that completes you but finding a person that complements you. The same sentiment is true for food. Cookies are so much sweeter when dipped in milk, cheese is creamier… Read More
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Fun Valentine’s Day Facts to Kindle Your Sweet Tooth Cravings
We all know it as the day when sweethearts see life through rose-colored glasses. From its interesting origins to its modern day commercial traditions, here are ten facts you may not have known about Valentine’s Day.
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The Ultimate Valentine’s Day Treat: Chocolate
On February 14, love arrives in many forms. It comes with a kiss, a bouquet of flowers, or chocolates contained in the shape of a particular muscular organ. Valentine’s Day is widely recognized as one of the biggest commercial days… Read More
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PLAN THE PERFECT VALENTINE’S DAY: TIPS FOR THE TYPICAL PROCRASTINATOR
For the everyday procrastinator, Valentine’s Day is “still a month away.” That means there’s plenty of time to book a reservation, purchase a present, or even plan a fun outing… right? The truth is, Valentine’s Day is one of the… Read More