Friday, February 24, 2006
My Chocolate Wish List, Round 1
Today Kelly gave me an article about chocolates from a recent issue of Saveur. It features 10 chocolate makers "producing unique creations that were truly divine to eat." I have tried only one brand, Mariebelle--uniquely flavored, artistic slabs of smooth ganache. The article doesn't mention it, but their hot chocolate is decadent as well. Now for the other nine brands, added to my official chocolate wish list:
1. Candinas: I will take the article's word for it. Their website certainly did nothing to inspire enthusiasm for their chocolate.2. Chocolate Springs: "Experience chocolate therapy." I'm ready! Ship me a box of Jasteasia and Tangerine Gingers immediately! I have important destressing to do!
3. John & Kira's: Great sounding flavors, including Papohaku Ginger, Lingering Lemongrass, and Bergamot.
4. Norman Love Confections: Wow, these are beyond gorgeous. It may actually be a sin to eat these.
5. Poco Dolce: Apparently the tiles are the way to go. And, they're sprinkled with sea salt, so that sells me on 'em.
6. Recchiuti: In their seasonal selection they have a gourmet "s'mores kit" that just may indicate that I've died and gone to heaven. Their chocolates are little works of art too, especially in flavors like Star Anise and Pink Peppercorn, and Tarragon Grapefruit.
7. Sans Souci: OK, they have something called a Marquis Bar and it looks just like brownie, with a layer of creme brulee in the middle. Need I say more? And, the raspberry truffles "are a must," according to my sources.
8. Valerie Confections: Chocolates for the Daily Candy set. Hopefully the cuteness of their website doesn't overshadow the quality of their chocolates. They sound pretty interesting though--toffees flavored with fresh ingredients, like ginger and mint.
9. Woodhouse: Chocolates for the Tiffany's set? I may have to buy them just to get the blue box.
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