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Fudge Fancies Selection Box
Published on 2011-07-04 07:29:29
Sometimes in life you just find something completley different and which you had found them before. And that's most certainly the case with these chocolate fudge petits fours which were totally fantastic. If you like fudge, I'm sure you'll love these > read more
Montezuma’s Vegan and Organic Chocolate Selection
Published on 2011-06-29 11:29:54
It's difficult to review vegan chocolates when you're not vegan. I love creamy truffles and that was never going to happen with these ones from Montezuma's. That being said, they were still very pleasant, although a touch flat. You may also like:Mon > read more
The Chocolate Wizard Selection
Published on 2011-06-28 09:14:21
These chocolates are a wonderful creation for someone so young. Without going over the top, David has done a great job with these ganaches and if there is anyone who can help him some more coverage that would be great. You may also like:Paul A. Youn > read more
Thorntons: The Path To Glory
Published on 2011-06-28 02:32:44
Thorntons have had a number of Profits Warnings in the recent past and their new CEO Janathan Hart has plans to turn the company around. Here's my take on his strategic review. You may also like:Thorntons Announces Profit Warning Thorntons Personali > read more
Chapon Ecuador 75%
Published on 2011-06-27 10:31:39
This Chapon Ecuador bar certainly isn't rich, complicated or robust. Instead it has a strikingly orange flavour with base notes of caramel. If you just wanted some light 75% chocolate then I'd certainly suggest you try this one out. You may also li > read more
Honeycomb & Marshmallow Chocolate Pizza
Published on 2011-06-25 11:03:00
Why do I love chocolate pizzas so much? I really shouldn't but they are fantastic if you need a self-indulgent chocolate experience. The pizza is 1cm thick too and made with good quality couverture so they won't taste like most novelty chocolate gift > read more
Michel Cluizel Noir Au Grue de Cacao
Published on 2011-06-24 09:35:40
Michel Cluizel has produced a delightful and relaxed bar of chocolate that can easily be enjoyed by the masses. There's no fine, complex flavours just a strange combination of distinctive ones. You may also like:Michel Cluizel Los Ancones 67% Michel > read more
Chocolate Shot Glasses
Published on 2011-06-23 09:04:13
Perhaps not the finest chocolate related product I'll ever review on this site, but at least its not the worst! It'll obviously be bought by young ladies who wanted a pre-hen night tipple as they prepare to go out. I just don't think I'd be buying th > read more
Thorntons Chocolate Liqueur
Published on 2011-06-23 08:51:58
You just can’t escape the comparisons with Baileys – it’s just natural. Now I’ve not had any of that for a couple of years as it’s far too easy to use it as ‘crutch’ after a hard day at work. But what about this > read more
Limited Edition: Oriente Cuba Terruño de Baracoa
Published on 2011-06-22 11:15:54
Certainly an interesting bar from Marcolini. It had a lovely cherry flavour but didn't give me the wow factor I was hoping for. It most definitely interesting, but didn't give any sense of complexity I love in fine chocolate. > read more
South Devon Chilli Farm Bhut Jolokia Dark Chocolate
Published on 2011-06-21 10:41:32
I received two slabs of dark chocolate made with Bhut Jolokia chilies as a batch #1 sample from the South Devon Chilli Farm. I expected it to make me feel ill like the Scorchio bar did, but thankfully it was so much more flavoursome and less faux. I > read more
Hotel Chocolat Rabot Estate 70% Dash of Milk
Published on 2011-06-20 10:55:22
If you would like to try a bar that has more of a bittersweet chocolate flavour then try these. Even though there is less sugar in it than could be expected, the full milk powder manages to bring down the overall acidity profile of the bar and give i > read more
The World’s Hottest Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-06-17 10:00:05
www.chocolatereviews.co.ukI like to try strange chocolate, but nothing will ever make me want to try this bar of chilli chocolate ever again. The heat is ok, but not how it made me feel afterwards! But if you want to buy your loved one something to k > read more
Chocolate Tasting Clubs
Published on 2011-06-17 08:21:52
I thought it was about time that I had a look at some chocolate tasting and see if there are any alternatives to the hugely popular www.chocs.co.uk offering from Hotel Chocolat. There does look like a very good one from William Curely, but I expect t > read more
Paul A. Young Sea Salted Caramel Pecan Brownie
Published on 2011-06-16 11:09:30
I’ve been blessed with divine chocolate brownies from Paul A. Young in the past, including the awesome Billington’s Simnel Brownie – but what of this pecan brownie with sea salted caramel? I’d say it’s nice, but didn’t > read more
Wimbledon Chocolate Tennis Balls
Published on 2011-06-16 10:07:11
I knew there was something I forgot to do on my recent trip to London and that was to get one of these chocolate tennis balls from Artisan du Chocolat! Perfectly timed for the Wimbledon tennis tournament, these white chocolate balls covered in sugar > read more
A Chocolate Formula 1 Car
Published on 2011-06-16 05:55:58
Following on from the chocolate TV studio that Oprah Winfrey had made for her by chocolate company Godiva, we now have Cadbury getting in on the act with a chocolate F1 car! I actually took them to be a lot more original than to follow the other bran > read more
The Chocolate Boutique Hotel
Published on 2011-06-15 14:16:07
I was recently in the Bournemouth area and if I would have remembered that the Chocolate Boutique Hotel was close by I would have made a bee-line to it and got some details to add to this post. Looking at the address I can see that its conveniently l > read more
Paul A. Young To The Rescue
Published on 2011-06-15 07:54:18
At last I don't have to endure several tube rides to get my fill of Paul A. Young's chocolate delights - they're now available in central London. Find out what I thought about it during a recent press visit. > read more
Thorntons: Why You Should Have A Rethink
Published on 2011-06-11 14:46:11
Thorntons have become a company that people love to be ambivalent about. That's a shame as many people won't be interested in seeing what they've got to offer. Their Academy of Chocolate Awards should be a reason for people to reassess what they thin > read more
The Grenada Chocolate Company Nib-a-licious 60%
Published on 2011-06-10 05:13:02
This has a strange banana and mango flavour that is quite strange - but very enjoyable. The nibs, of course, give a lovely variable texture. I'd definitely say this is a must try bar. > read more
Sunshine and Butterflies Limited Edition Selection Box
Published on 2011-06-09 13:33:20
There are a million and one ways to start a chocolate review. This one will start with an apology. Sunshine and Butterflies sent through this six piece selection box of their limited edition bon bons whilst I was on holiday and wasn’t around to > read more
Lucky’s Online Hunny Bunny Luxury Cakes
Published on 2011-06-08 13:24:43
Why can't all chocolate cake experiences be like this? If only you could marry someone that's able to put these flavours together, package them up and give you a weekly treat? Well, because life isn't fair. If you do get the chance, get yourself some > read more
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Published on 2011-06-07 11:17:30
If you are looking for the best chocolate Father's Day gifts then you shouldn't really look any further than these chocolate covered strawberries. I know they're not cheap, but they're worth every penny! > read more
Gnosis Handmade Raw Vegan Chocolate – Sacred Feminine
Published on 2011-06-07 04:39:09
Whether or not this dark chocolate bar does actually alleviate the symptoms of the menstral cycle, I don't know, but I do know that I actually liked it. > read more
Butlers Chocolates Dark Chocolate Mint Crunch
Published on 2011-06-06 06:56:25
The fresh flavour of mint chocolate is my favourite and this Butlers Chocolates Dark Chocolate Mint Crunch was actually very pleasant. > read more
Zokoko Alto Beni 68% Dark Chocolate
Published on 2011-06-04 13:13:14
Another first for Chocolate Reviews – a bar of artisan chocolate made in Australia. I’d heard that a company was actually trying to grow cacao in the very tip of Queensland where the conditions are right, but I’ve not seen anything > read more
Gü Chocolate Ganache After Noon Pots
Published on 2011-06-02 06:13:05
Forget the calories and dive in. You only live once so why don't you just spend it doing stuff you love? Start here and you never know what you'll end up doing! > read more
Frosted Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Pop Tarts
Published on 2011-05-31 06:24:46
I don't know why I spent £5.99 on these. I can think of much better things to spend my money on ..... probably ANYTHING!!! > read more
50 Chocolate Bars To Be Won
Published on 2011-05-26 12:40:52
So I’ve got 50 bars of chocolate to give away. All you’ve got to do is like the Chocolate Reviews Facebook page and then just tell me what your favourite chocolate bar is. I’ll then choose three people at random to win the chocolate > read more
Charbonnel et Walker Dark Marc de Champagne Dark Chocolate Truffles
Published on 2011-05-26 10:24:24
They're all-right I suppose, just nothing fantastic. They were supposed to be dark chocolate, but there was no bitterness about them. Sigh. > read more
Mast Brothers Chuao 81%
Published on 2011-05-25 10:18:03
There used to be a time whne Chuao bars could only be found from a couple of chocolate makers, but more and more are getting in on the act. This one from Mast Brothers is a very interesting and unique version that most definitely should be tried. > read more
10 Sexy Chocolate Adverts Your Mother Doesn’t Want You To See
Published on 2011-05-24 05:57:50
Recently more chocolate brands are using sex to try and sell their chocolate. But should they, does it work and do you actually respond positively to seeing two people "at it"? OK, you do, but will you buy more of their chocolate as a result? > read more
Artisan du Chocolat Orchid & Orange Blossom Dark Chocolate
Published on 2011-05-23 11:13:50
Although it didn't knock my socks off, it still was a very pleasant bar that I'd happily enjoy again. The flavours are subtle but you can't have robust chocolate all of the time. > read more
Bouga Cacao 77% Hacienda Chocolate Grand Cru
Published on 2011-05-22 06:43:01
I had hoped for more from this Bouga Cacao bar, but at least it had a very interesting rustic nature that you don't often I get to try all that often. It was also slightly spoiled in transit so just be aware of that. > read more
Dorset Cereals Chocolate Granola & Macadamia Nuts
Published on 2011-05-20 08:19:08
Perhaps this breakfast cereal is so sweet that you should only eat it onces in a while? There's no major chocolate taste, what there is hides behind the syrup. It's much better than most cereals I've had, but still too rich to be an every day cereal. > read more
You Choose – Free Advertising For A Month
Published on 2011-05-20 06:25:36
So who should get that large 72890 banner at the top of the page for June? Last time I chose one from those that Tweeted, but this time I thought I’d open it up to you lovely people. Below there’s a list of chocolate makers /chocola > read more
Amano Morobe 70% Dark Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-05-19 08:14:39
This Amano Morobe 70% dark chocolate bar is a marvel of chocolate making. How Art manages to get so much flavour out of the bean is remarkable. If you are in a position to buy some, you most definitely should. > read more
Capra Goats Cheese in Cacao & Rum
Published on 2011-05-18 06:17:46
Life is about having as many fine experiences as you can. And this certainly is one them. I couldn't get over how wonderful it tasted. I'll certainly be trying some more of what Vallebona have to offer. > read more
Gü After Dark Hot Chocolate Soufflés
Published on 2011-05-17 10:14:30
A lovely light treat, but for me its just not chocolaty enough. But I suppose that it be a shame if everything was as gorgeously sweet as their melt in the middle puds. > read more
Oprah’s Chocolate TV Studio
Published on 2011-05-17 06:22:39
The world really is going mad! From a chocolate hotel room to a whole TV studio made of chocolate. This time from Godiva! It was made out of more than 15,000 individual pieces of chocolate to make the walls, tables, chairs by Larry Abel and Raymond M > read more
Idilio Origins 74% Porcelana
Published on 2011-05-16 11:04:07
I really don't know how people are going to get their hands on this bar. But try you must. Pack your bags, leave a note and head off to the continent. Your journey will be rewarded with some delightful chocolate. > read more
75 Bags Of New Galaxy Bites To Be Won
Published on 2011-05-14 03:00:59
This time last year Galaxy Counters were relaunched and I was lucky enough to get a few pre-launch packs to review. But now they’re about to launch something new: Galaxy Bites. If you don’t know what makes these Bites different, its that > read more
Demarquette Selection Box
Published on 2011-05-13 11:11:03
A few of us were invited down to Chelsea to take part in a focus group held by Marc Demarquette to go through some single origin bars and filled chocolates that he plans to launch in the coming months. Not only was the evening completely wonderful, b > read more
Åkesson’s 75% Criollo Madagascar
Published on 2011-05-13 07:10:37
This bar offers a sweet and sour experience with the balance of saltiness and red fruits. Although it's not perfect, it still does offer an immensely enjoyable experience. > read more
Galaxy Bites
Published on 2011-05-12 06:32:20
We’re all told about guilty pleasures. But what about “not so guilty pleasures”? What about satisfying your chocolate urges with a bag of chocolate treats that not only have 197 calories and also only cost 54p? Nothing like that exi > read more
Hershey’s Whatchamacallit
Published on 2011-05-12 04:32:28
If you were expecting a fine dining experience in the world of chocolate then you'd be very disappointed. At least its not a terrible bar of chocolate, like I find so many of their other bars are. > read more
Madécasse 44% Milk Chocolate
Published on 2011-05-11 06:04:56
Madécasse are a truly inspiring company in terms of their ethics, as well as the quality of their chocolate. If you can try some then I would, but also make sure you try some of their dark bars to compare. > read more
New Chocolatierie For Paul A. Young In Soho
Published on 2011-05-11 05:55:41
So some exciting news for people who love Paul A. Young‘s chocolates but can’t find their way to Islington at the weekends. Paul’s now opening his third store, this time in Soho. Just from a purely selfish, lazy point of view I thin > read more
Cioccolatini All’Olio D’Oliva by Nudo Italia
Published on 2011-05-10 06:12:54
If you're wanting some robust olive oil chocolates then you'll have to look elsewhere. There's nothing powerful or archetypal Italian here, they're very subdued to say the least. > read more
Pralus Cuba 75% Dark Chocolate
Published on 2011-05-09 06:05:26
I was hoping for so much more from Pralus with this 75% bar made with Cuban cacao. But alas it was very muted and left me wanting more acidity. If you are looking for a mild dark chocolate bar with less cocoa butter then try this one. > read more
Duffy’s Panama Tierra Oscura Panama 72%
Published on 2011-05-06 06:38:53
This bar has to be one of the best that I've tried in a long while if you're looking for a smooth, rustic experience. The aroma and flavour are disjointed, but that's half the fun. > read more
Dog Chocolate Treats from Barking Buddies
Published on 2011-05-05 07:33:57
A dog is a man’s best friend – only when it’s not chewing up the house and nearly killing itself on various items it’s nabbed from the kitchen draws! One way I keep the dogs occupied whilst working from home is to get a handful of sma > read more
Death By Chocolate And Terrorism
Published on 2011-05-05 03:24:50
It seems that chocolatiers are going to greater and greater extremes to get attention. Previously we had Patrick Roger creating the Berlin Wall in chocolate, we’ve had chocolate covered cars and then yesterday morning I broke the news to the Tw > read more
Pierre Marcolini 85% Dark Chocolate From Peru
Published on 2011-05-04 05:10:37
This is my first bar I've tried from Pierre Marcolini and comes from the Alto Piura region of northern Peru. The aroma was sensational whilst the flavour had decent honey notes but was a touch dry. > read more
Can You Make A Nice Summer Ice Lolly From Winter Gingerbread Hot Chocolate?
Published on 2011-05-02 05:36:21
I found a bottle of Hotel Chocolat Gingerbread drinking chocolate and I thought I should use it. I’m not one for generally drinking hot drinks in summer, my parents always seemed to try and find the most boiling brew on the hottest day of the y > read more
Choccy Munchy Seeds
Published on 2011-05-02 04:19:06
If you're having trouble snacking on chocolate that you know you just shouldn't eat then give these Choccy Munchy Seeds a go as they're packed full of nutrients and taste very good too. You can also find them in a variety of superstores and local hea > read more
Chocolate Kirsch Cherries From Montezuma’s
Published on 2011-05-01 03:40:03
I just loved these chocolate-coated kirsch cherries. Montezuma's have created a delightful fruity chocolate treat for hot summer days. If you get the chance, go to the park with some Champagne or other tipple, and a box, or two, full of these and jus > read more
Zotter Ginger Dark Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-04-30 05:56:01
This has to be my favourite of the flavoured Zotter bars that I've reviewed. The Grappa certainly adds a wonderful base flavour whilst the ginger excites your taste buds. If its still in stock anywhere you should try some. > read more
Space Food – Milk Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Published on 2011-04-28 06:01:34
If I was an astronaut and was forced to eat this rubbish I'd catch the first space ship home. It really is dreadful. Of course, its a novelty gift, nothing more. So you're not really expected to like it - surely? > read more
Feeding Your Imagination Beautiful White Chocolate
Published on 2011-04-27 10:07:59
I very much enjoyed this white chocolate from Feeding Your Imagination. It was a nice break from the other types of chocolate. > read more
chocoMe Bespoke Dark Chocolate Bar with Rose, Cherry, Strawberry and Cinnamon
Published on 2011-04-26 11:36:17
This bespoke dark chocolate bar from chocoMe had Rose, Cherry, Strawberry and Cinnamon on top and was actually pretty nice. The only problem is that it comes from Hungary and it might not be so easy to get hold of in the UK. > read more
Zotter Balleros Pineapple in Coconut and Pineapple
Published on 2011-04-26 05:56:38
I’ve tried some weird stuff from Zotter over the last couple of years so when I got these Ananas und Kokos balls I didn’t actually try and work out what they were. Only now have I actually tried to find out, and it’s not as obscure a ch > read more
Potomac Chocolate Upala 82% Dark Bar
Published on 2011-04-21 12:17:29
This is most certainly a bar for chocolate lovers that prefer powerful, dark chocolate with a thick melt. I loved its powerfulness and character. Give it a go if you can. > read more
Vosges Naga Bar
Published on 2011-04-21 06:00:20
This bar came all the way from Washington via the very capable hands of fellow chocolate blogger Victoria who I swapped some chocolate with. Having loved the previous two Vosges bars: Mo’s bacon and the Organic Mushroom I just couldn’t wa > read more
John Costello Chocolate Selection
Published on 2011-04-20 10:33:59
This is a purposely vague review. And that’s for one reason. Two of the six bon bons in this box that I picked up from the Ramsbottom Chocolate Festival will be entered for the World Chocolate Masters finals this year by John Costello. JohnR > read more
Jaxx Mouthy Chocolate Treats Competition
Published on 2011-04-20 09:30:50
After reviewing the new Jaxx mouthy crunchie chocolate treats I thought it’d be nice to get a “hamper” of 50 of them to give away to one lucky person to enjoy with their kids (or just for themselves) over the second Bank Holiday wee > read more
Royal Wedding Marc Demarquette Chocolate Heart
Published on 2011-04-20 03:10:49
I couldn’t find these Royal Wedding Chocolates in a heart-shapped box on Marc Demarquette’s website – only the Fortnum & Mason one, which is a big shame as I’m sure he has a huge number of fans that love to celebrate the > read more
Zotter Labooko Bittersweet Chocolate From India
Published on 2011-04-18 11:28:19
If you're after something a little bit different then give this Zotter Labooko bar a go. It's made by Zotter and is wonderful. It's a pretty rare bar of chocolate so you'll have to have a keen eye to find it. > read more
Pierre Marcolini Mini Easter Eggs
Published on 2011-04-17 06:17:43
I just adored the almond praline in this selection of Pierre Marcolini chocolate mini eggs. If you get the chance to try some, you should. > read more
Laurent Gerbaud Yuzu 75% Dark Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-04-15 06:21:24
I love citrus flavoured chocolate, but this Yuzu bar from Laurent Gerbaud had the right tone in terms of flavour, and a delightful creaminess, but the melt was far to short. > read more
Chocolates For The Royal Wedding By Prestat
Published on 2011-04-14 03:37:30
I’m not the biggest fan of Prestat, but when you’re appoiunted to Her Majesty The Queen as Purveyors of Chocolates you’d be daft not to bring out a range of chocolates for the Royal Wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton. > read more
Paul A. Young Billingtons Simnel Brownie
Published on 2011-04-13 10:40:00
For those of you who live in London, you'll definitely have to give this Paul A. Young Billingtons Simnel Brownie a try this Easter - its just fantastic and a great alternative to an Easter egg. > read more
Parisian Creams from The Arran Chocolate Factory
Published on 2011-04-13 06:04:02
I’m not one to turn down free chocolate if its offered to me so when Sugar And Spice asked if I’d like to try some of theirs, only one answer came to mind … so they arrived late last week and now I’m only getting time to inves > read more
Jaxx Mouthy Crunchie Chocolate Treats
Published on 2011-04-12 11:50:54
So I don't normally review mass-market stuff aimed at kids, well only occasionally, but I actually liked these. > read more
Coppeneur Trinidad 72% Chilli and Lavender
Published on 2011-04-11 04:06:02
If you wanted to try a Coppeneur dark chocolate bar then this Trinidad 72% Chilli and Lavender is very good, not exceptional, but definitely worth considering if you like chilli chocolate. There's not a great deal of heat, so it would suit most choco > read more
Cadbury’s Koko Easter Egg
Published on 2011-04-10 07:48:53
It's a crying shame that the're still a market for milk chocolate that only has a minimum of 20% cacao solids and has a fair amount of vegetable oil in. But it must be Easter as we're bombarded with this sort of rubbish at this time of year. > read more
Sue’s Chocolate Fudge
Published on 2011-04-08 06:41:38
Now this is seriously my kind of fudge and it comes all the way from Jersey and is made by Sue, I presume, from Sue’s Fudge. This is the great thing about blogging and Twitter – you get to try chocolate goodies that you’d probably n > read more
La Maison du Chocolat Praline Mini Eggs
Published on 2011-04-08 06:31:03
I was convinced I had tried these mini eggs before and I had – last year when they came presented in a coffret (that’s “box” to you and me!). This time they’ve sent me a fairly substantial 280g bag which contains about thirt > read more
Green & Blacks Organic Dark Chocolate Easter Egg
Published on 2011-04-07 13:01:37
If you're looking for an organic dark chocolate Easter egg then give this one from Green & Blacks a try as its great value and taste taste pretty good - although its less bitter than I remember. > read more
Win A Fudge Kitchen Hamper Worth £35.99
Published on 2011-04-06 03:00:55
So, how would you like to celebrate Easter a little different this year? May be with a four slices of thick fudge, three jars of gorgeously rich fudge sauce and six sachets of drinking fudge? Combined they would be worth £35.99 and you can get your > read more
Pierre Hermé Tablette Chocolat Noir Pure Origine Venezuela Porcelana
Published on 2011-04-05 12:20:52
If you're looking for an intense bar of dark chocolate then give this Pierre Herme 70% Porcelana a miss as its subtle beyond belief. It may be fruity, but there's not much else going on. > read more
The Toblerone Ritual – TV Advert
Published on 2011-04-04 07:52:35
This may be an advert, but it made me laugh! My way to eat a Toblerone is “quickly” given that my wife is the only person that buys them in this house! So it’s a slight rip-off of the Cadbury “How do you eat yours” adver > read more
The Chocolate Café Crème Caramel Milk Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-04-04 06:28:58
If you wanted something broody and bitter then obviously this Crème Caramel Milk Chocolate Bar from Chocolate Café won't be the right choice. But if you needed a sweet pick-me-up then this bar would be perfect for you. > read more
287 Chocolate Tweeps You Can’t Afford Not To Follow
Published on 2011-04-02 08:19:50
A collection of twitter users who work or are involved in the chocolate industry. Some of them are chocolate makers such as the great bean to bar guys, some make chocolate from couverture, and some are chocolate PR people, journalists or bloggers. > read more
Asda Chocolate Flower Pot Cake For Mother’s Day
Published on 2011-04-01 10:40:31
Obviously I normally only review gourmet chocolate, but I occasionaly make an exception - and its a good job I did as I'd miss out on this cake. > read more
Raw Chocolate Easter Eggs from Rawr
Published on 2011-04-01 07:36:52
If you're looking for an Easter gift and the person you're buying for just has to have organic or natural chocolate, then there really isn't anywhere else to visit this year - well from what I've reviewed anyway! > read more
Dubble Chocolate Easter Egg Hunt Kit
Published on 2011-03-31 08:45:59
These chocolate eggs created for the Divine Dubble brand are cute and a perfect way to buy eggs for an Easter egg hunt which are both fairly cheap and tastes wonderful. > read more
70% Dark Chocolate From Belize – Kakaw
Published on 2011-03-30 13:12:10
Just like Bob and Pam Cooper who moved to Hawaii from the US mainland and then set up a chocolate company, Jo and Chris Beaumont moved from the UK to Belize and after ten years working as a windsurfing and sailing instructors stumbled upon cacao at t > read more
Luxury Milk Chocolate Easter Bunny Rabbit
Published on 2011-03-30 06:00:21
I did very much enjoy this milk chocolate bunny rabbit from Melt, but there still wasn't enough personality in the chocolate to make me love it. > read more
Pierre Marcolini Selection Box
Published on 2011-03-28 06:07:01
After my recent tour of the Pirre Marcolini factory I came away with a large selection of goodies so I thought I’d review the most time-critical first: the thirty-four piece selection box. When I chatted with Pierre he put across his concept th > read more
Cocoa Black Dark Chocolate Selection Box
Published on 2011-03-26 05:17:25
Being a chocolatier is a precarious business. Chocolate is a fragile product, you’re beholden the whims of the parcel delivery companies and the have the need to always offer your customers something different. Cocoa Black may have missed the m > read more
William Curley Sea Salt Caramel Bar
Published on 2011-03-24 14:16:02
If you wanted to buy a bar of chocolate to enjoy with your wife or husband then I couldn't think of a bar more enjoyable than this. > read more
Chocolate Craft Assortment
Published on 2011-03-22 12:13:35
It’s always good to step away from the ‘big boys’ and try something different, and being an almost daily reviewer of what the chocolate world has to has to offer you do come across of a lot of similarity between selection boxes but > read more
More Double Trouble Chocolate Fudge
Published on 2011-03-21 12:38:01
I stupidly didn’t check to see if I’ve already reviewed this double trouble chocolate fudge, but I already had! What through me here was that this pone had what looks like white chocolate fudge sauce flicked across it, whilst the previous > read more
Jean-Paul Hévin Príncipe 75%
Published on 2011-03-18 06:51:59
My guilt continues to flow. In my desire to try more weird and wonderful chocolate I’ve neglected some of my favourite chocolatiers – and today I’ve dug out the Jean-Paul Hévin Príncipe 75% bar made with cacao from reportedly from > read more
Cocoa Black Gourmet Easter Egg
Published on 2011-03-17 11:18:14
What do you call a gourmet Easter egg? Well I wouldn't label this one as anything over than below average. > read more
Wittamer Sugar Free Dark Chocolate
Published on 2011-03-16 12:05:39
I don't think I've ever tried a sugar-free or diabetic bar of chocolate that I actually liked. But it must be so hard to make chocolate taste great without at least some sugar? Well Wittamer doesn't actually do too bad a job here. > read more
Matcha Chocolat Mixed Selection Box
Published on 2011-03-16 05:30:03
What a journey it has been for Katie with her wonderful Matcha Chocolat company. One year from inception she's created a much broader selection of ganaches that won't dissapoint. > read more
Amelia Rope 71% Dark Chocolate From Mexico
Published on 2011-03-15 06:00:35
If you're looking for a dark chocolate bar with a slightly sweet flavour but nothing too dramatic then this could be the perfect bar for you. Amelia may not be making it any more, but its certainly worth trying to find out if she has any left. > read more
Zotter Plum Brandy
Published on 2011-03-14 06:38:54
Often I'm just perplexed by the flavours that Zotter create, but this one works, and works very well indeed. If you like alcoholic chocolate this one should give you the hit you crave. > read more
Macarons au Chocolat Recipe From Pierre Marcolini
Published on 2011-03-14 05:38:38
After my tour of the Pierre Marcolini Factory I was given his book Dix petits doigts pleins de chocolat and given permission to replicate a couple of recipes. As they’re in French, I’ve done my best to translate. I didn’t need any h > read more
Czekolada Deserowa Prażone Ziarno Kakao
Published on 2011-03-10 04:32:07
This 70% Dark Chocolate From Ghana bar from Manufactura Czekolady was a lot sweeter than I thought. Instead of having an acidic tone, it was more fruity and sweet. > read more
Win A Four Layer Pierre Marcolini Chocolate Selection Box
Published on 2011-03-09 06:41:38
This is quite possibly the best competition we’ve ever run here. I’ve reviewed his two layer box of chocolates and found them utterly delightful! Now you can get yourself a FOUR layer box which could cost anything from €80 to €140 and > read more
Pierre Marcolini Factory Tour
Published on 2011-03-08 10:17:22
The First Commandment says “Worship no god but me” (Exodus 20:3). Marketers force us to idolise without merit – it’s their role in life. Experiences such as those that I had on Monday offer an insight and understanding which canno > read more
Thorntons Coconut & Lime White Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-03-08 05:05:09
The Thorntons Coconut & Lime White Chocolate Bar is actually one of the best white chocolate bars I've tasted in a good while. There's no major sweetness and the lime flavour plays a significant enough role to really appeal to me. > read more
Original Hawaiian 60% Dark Chocolate
Published on 2011-03-06 05:32:40
I enjoyed this Original Hawaiian 60% Trinitario Dark Chocolate bar but expect it would have tasted much better when it was fresh last year, instead of waiting eight months to review it. It produces a mild flavour that be a perfect compromise for peop > read more
State Of The Chocolate – 2011
Published on 2011-03-06 04:00:45
So this blog is coming up to its second birthday and I was wondering what the state of the chocolate reviews were, what I’ve reviewed most of and if there’s anything I should be doing differently? Whilst playing around with the data I tho > read more
Nigella Lawson’s Chocolate Fruit Cake Recipe
Published on 2011-03-05 03:40:58
And so we try Nigella Lawson's Chocolate Fruit Cake Recipe. It isn't the cheapest we'll ever back, but you should end up with a delightfully soft-centred and fruity cake. > read more
Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe
Published on 2011-03-03 12:02:00
And now for a guest review from my friend Natasha who’s just started the Natasha’s Kitchen tasty recipes website. Hopefully you can all welcome her to food blogging. Here Natasha has mixed my two favourite things chocolate and cheesecake. > read more
How To Make Your Own Easter Eggs
Published on 2011-03-03 04:32:48
Who knew that doing your own homemade Easter eggs would be so much fun. It tasted interesting too. The secret is choosing the right chocolate though. > read more
Nina’s Nuance 72% Sacha Ecuadorian
Published on 2011-03-02 10:34:01
And now time for another guest review from @smear_campaign Fair Trade. A great idea bastardised into a guilt relief strategy employed by big supermarkets and food brands to help them mop up the tiny percentage of shoppers who wouldn’t buy anything > read more
Paul A. Young Chocolate Water Biscuits For Cheese Recipe
Published on 2011-03-01 12:10:22
So as I prepare another recipe for this week’s bakingfest I thought I’d try something savoury this time and try out the new, shiny Adventures with Chocolate: 80 sensational recipes by Paul A. Young which arrived this week )(and if you wan > read more
Blyss Chocolate Tangerine Romance
Published on 2011-03-01 05:02:48
I’ve gone into great deal about the brand, ethos and styling of Blyss Chocolate in the review of their Ishpingo Mystery bar so I’m going to skip straight into how the it tastes. We know it looks great, but what about the other senses? The > read more
Lindt Petit Desserts Tarte Citron Meringue Milk Chocolate
Published on 2011-02-27 05:30:25
If you like sweet and sickly milk chocolate then this Lindt Petit Desserts Tarte Citron Meringue will be heaven to you. But if you like fine chocolate then give it a wide birth. > read more
Chocolate Trading Co. Madagascar 64%
Published on 2011-02-26 05:35:52
As a guest reviewer, I looked through the pile of chocolate bars I was sent in order to identify a middle of the road one to start off with, and I chose well with this 64% Madagascar Noir from chocolatetradingco.com. The packaging consists of a loope > read more
Fudge Chocolate Cake Bar Recipe
Published on 2011-02-26 05:16:58
I’m planning to get busy in the kitchen for my birthday – I know people are supposed to bake for me on my special day. But here’s a recipe from the Divine Heavenly Chocolate Recipes with a Heart - its the Fudgy Chocolate Bars one th > read more
Charbonnel et Walker Vanilla Truffles
Published on 2011-02-25 10:04:59
Unless you like very sweet white chocolate truffles I'd give these ones from Charbonnel et Walker a miss. They've very sweet indeed. > read more
Amedei 1er Cru 70% Single Origin From Madagascar
Published on 2011-02-23 05:18:58
How on earth could I leave this Amedei Cru 70% Single Origin from Madagascar at the bottom of my chocolate collection until now? I’ve had it for a good few months and various good, and not so good, chocolate has passed my lips during that time. > read more
Prestat Choxi 70% Dark Chocolate Bar With Oriental Mint
Published on 2011-02-21 13:17:01
I’ve had this Prestat Choxi 70% Dark with Oriental Mint Chocolate Bar in my collection for probably a year now and as I’m trying to review stuff before its best before data this was due its five minutes of infamy. I wish I never had bothe > read more
CHOC Chick Raw Chocolate Making Starter Kit
Published on 2011-02-20 14:52:04
The CHOC Chick Raw Chocolate Making Starter Kit is actually very good value for money as at £11.99 you get about thirty chocolates and about an hour of fun. > read more
Michel Cluizel 1er Cru de Plantation “Mangaro”
Published on 2011-02-19 05:35:54
This Michel Cluizel 1er Cru de Plantation Mangaro is a very fruity bar of dark chocolate that may be too sweet for most dark chocolate lovers. > read more
Same Day Chocolate Delivery
Published on 2011-02-18 10:31:55
So where on earth, ok the internet, can you get same day chocolate delivery? There must be some places surely? Well there are, but you’re more likely to get it if you live in London. There are some that do deliver nationwide, but putting your o > read more
Domori Porcelana 70% Dark Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-02-17 05:07:56
The Domori Porcelana 70% Dark Chocolate Bar is truly a wonderful bar of dark chocolate made with the Porcelana Criolllo cacao bean from Venezuela. It is delicious, but not very bitter or a wide range of notes. > read more
How To Taste Chocolate
Published on 2011-02-16 11:15:17
Most people don’t really taste chocolate they eat it. That’s fine if you’re buying a cheap bar of confectionary, but if you’ve spent a fiver or even a tenner on a bar of chocolate you’ll want to experience the most out o > read more
Win A Key To The Thorntons Chocolate Factory
Published on 2011-02-16 04:34:28
A nice little email has come through, and I’m sure all other people that have bought stuff from them would have got it too: Will there be a key in your next order? To celebrate our Centenary we’re inviting 100 lucky people to join us in a > read more
Michel Cluizel Los Ancones 67%
Published on 2011-02-15 10:48:24
This Los Ancones dark chocolate bar from Michel Cluizel is, indeed, a very enjoyable bar. But it just didn't offer the range of flavours that I expected. It is very creamy but there wasn't enough character to keep me interested too long. > read more
Chocolate Sablé
Published on 2011-02-14 09:55:03
Ah! The lack of an e-ecut in the product label made me wonder if I was about to consume some Zotter-like animal-based biscuit confection. Luckily Wikipedia was at hand to set the record straight and inform that a sablé is a biscuit that originates f > read more
Rose And Violet Dark Chocolate
Published on 2011-02-14 08:25:06
This 66% dark chocolate bar with rose and violet was more bitter than I anticipated and would have preferred it to be lighter and more fragrant. > read more
Thorntons Dark Chocolate With Colombian Coffee
Published on 2011-02-13 06:43:35
This bar could have done with a more prominent coffee falvour and a fair bit less of the sugar. At first it tasted really good, but then the sugar came through and pushed the espresso off the stage and demanded your attention. > read more
Mayan Magic Chocolate Making Kit
Published on 2011-02-13 06:36:31
The lovely people at Ethical Superstore sent over this chocolate making kit latish last year and I’ve finally got around to trying it out after all my Valentine’s reviews, tax and chores have been completed. So what better a thing to do o > read more
Chocolate Craft Expands Into Chocolate Making Parties
Published on 2011-02-11 07:47:30
One of the things that has always prevented me from going to a chocolate making workshop is finding the time to travel out as there aren’t a great number available up here. But now Chocolate Craft has expanded their range of chocolate making ev > read more
Paul A. Young Valentine’s Brownie
Published on 2011-02-10 11:32:20
What more could you want from a special Valentine's chocolate treat? This brownie from Paul A. Young is special in that its incredibly moist and flavoursome. Just don't eat it all in one go, you'll want to savour every bite. > read more
Handmade Strawberry & Champagne Chocolate Truffles
Published on 2011-02-09 04:41:18
I don't recall tasting any truffles in the past few months as delicious as these. The sweetness is more of the fructose variety than anything artificial and the Champagne is just of the right strength to add some warmth without being overly intoxicat > read more
Buffalo Milk Chocolate
Published on 2011-02-08 10:42:53
There's nothing powerful or acute with this milk chocolate bar made with buffalo's milk but Artisan du Chocolate have done a great job creating something different. > read more
Fancy A Quicky Anyone? I Mean A Martini Hot Chocolate
Published on 2011-02-07 11:40:26
I was very much looking forward to this Martini hot chocolate from Artisan du Chocolat, but unfortunately it wasn't as powerful or alcoholic as I'd like. > read more
Duffy’s Heart Of Panama 70% Dark Chocolate
Published on 2011-02-07 09:09:22
This bar may be out of stock now, but its worth seeing if you can get hold of any of his other dark chocolate to try. I've never found a bar yet that I haven't enjoyed. > read more
Artisan du Chocolat Brazil Rio Doce 72%
Published on 2011-02-05 05:59:59
This Rio Doce bar from Artisan du Chocolat is anything but sweet. It's very bitter and doesn't have a very espansive variety of flavours. It's not one for the fainthearted. > read more
Artisan du Chocolat Sea Salted Caramels with Lemongrass
Published on 2011-02-05 05:29:51
When I was in London last I popped into the Artisan du Chocolat store in Belgravia to see what was new and to buy a few treats and one of the goodies I purchased was this wonderful-looking container which housed twenty-four sea salted caramels with a > read more
Go All Out With a Gift of Valentine’s Chocolates
Published on 2011-02-05 03:50:13
Once a year lovers unite to celebrate love and romance. While some couples barely acknowledge the day, most people make at least a token effort to show their significant other that they care. However, if you want to really impress your loved one, som > read more
The Best Dark Chocolate Valentine’s Gifts
Published on 2011-02-04 14:56:28
While most people enjoy the succulent flavors that chocolate creates, not everyone is a huge fan of every chocolate confection on the market. A few souls, for example, can only handle the mild creaminess of white chocolate, while milk chocolate is wi > read more
The Best Milk Chocolate Valentine’s Gifts
Published on 2011-02-04 14:44:48
Milk chocolate is the most widely-enjoyed chocolate confection made. Millions of people enjoy the rich, but creamy flavor combination that might just the best that this amazing bean has to offer. For Valentine’s Day, buying chocolate is an almo > read more
Charbonnel et Walker Honeycomb Crunch Milk Chocolate
Published on 2011-02-04 05:11:11
Horses, they say, are for courses. I for one, wouldn’t be seen dead in a Lyle or Scott jumper, whilst others wouldn’t hear anyone decry the type of shirts that Ben Sherman creates. For some the thought of anything other than Pralus, Miche > read more
Patrick Roger 75% Dark Chocolate From Peru
Published on 2011-02-03 05:22:49
This Patrick Roger 75% Dark Chocolate From Peru dark chocolate bar was a huge dissapointment and nothing compared to his other bars. I might just have had a bad one, so if you've had it and it was good then please let me know. > read more
Send a Valentine’s Message Engraved in Chocolate
Published on 2011-02-03 03:55:33
Selecting a memorable Valentine’s gifts brings a lot of factors into play. You want the gift to be meaningful, while still maintaining an element of originality. In many cases, it’s likely that you are also concerned about keeping your of > read more
Novelty Chocolate Gifts for Valentine’s Fun
Published on 2011-02-03 03:29:43
Depending on your perspective, a novelty gift can mean several things. At a basic definitive level, novelty products indicate originality and newness. In this light, any chocolate that you run across that catches your eye would qualify as a novelty c > read more
Combine Cute With Class for Your Valentine’s Gifts
Published on 2011-02-02 03:37:28
As the calendar turns to February, millions of partners begin to panic. Of course you love your significant other and want to let them know how special they are to you. However, isn’t a bad gift worse than not doing anything at all? It can be a > read more
Valentine’s Hampers – Dressed to Impress
Published on 2011-02-02 03:10:10
Valentine’s Day only comes once a year, making it extremely important for you to take the opportunity to honor your lover. While there are dozens of different gifts that can fit the bill, chocolate is still a distinct favorite for both men and > read more
Amedei Toscano Black 70%
Published on 2011-02-01 11:48:08
If you're one that likes robust and flavoursome dark chocolate, you will be left very dissapointed with the Amedei Toscano Black 70% Dark Chocolate Bar. It's too mild. > read more
Wittamer Sugar Free Milk Chocolate
Published on 2011-02-01 05:26:24
At the same time as buying the Wittamer Classic Carré I thought I’d try some sugar free milk chocolate as I’m interested to see how chocolatiers cope without sugar when trying to make luxurious chocolate. Here Wittamer use Maltitol which > read more
John Lewis – The Best in Valentine’s Chocolates in One Stop
Published on 2011-01-31 05:04:54
There are dozens of British chocolatiers that deserve your notice this Valentine’s Day, not to mention other companies that may be based in other locations. While some people are loyal to their favorite brand, most chocolate connoisseurs enjoy > read more
Cottage Delight Chocolate Chip Biscuits
Published on 2011-01-31 05:03:22
I was brought up with a wide selection of really chocolaty chocolate biscuits, and even the Sainsbury’s shortbread selection box my mother bought me for Christmas has a great deal more chocolate than these biscuits from Cottage Delight. As a ch > read more
Variety is the Spice of Life at Fortnum & Mason
Published on 2011-01-31 04:18:48
Valentine’s Day is the annual event where you get the special opportunity to honor your lover. However, too often, finding the perfect gift can make this experience more frustrating than memorable. There is certainly plenty to choose from, but > read more
Harrods 67% Dark Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-01-29 05:28:43
Ah the label that tourists love: Harrods. But the thing is, just like Fortnum and Mason they don’t actually make their own chocolate (as far as I’m aware), instead they get other chocolate manufactures to produce stuff and they just wrap > read more
Valentines Raspberry Hearts From James Chocolates
Published on 2011-01-28 09:28:39
Whether you class yourself as a chocolate aficionado or not, I'm sure a great number of you will find these Valentines Raspberry Hearts From James Chocolates impossible to put down. > read more
Prestat – Make it a Historic Celebration of the Festival of Love
Published on 2011-01-28 08:42:31
Here I take a look at what Prestat have to offer when looking to buy Valentine's chocolates which you can get delivered by post. > read more
Montezumas- Valentine’s Chocolate With a Healthy Dose of Cute!
Published on 2011-01-28 08:04:43
No matter who you are shopping for this Valentine’s Day, it’s likely that you will quickly become overwhelmed with how many options are on the market when it comes to chocolates. Chocolate covers a huge part of the gift-giving market when > read more
Green & Blacks – A Household Name for Valentine’s Gifts
Published on 2011-01-27 15:00:01
Green & Blacks are most widely known for their dark chocolate and many might not consider them for Chocolate Valentine's Gifts, but take a peak - you might be surprised! > read more
A Cut Above With Chocolate Trading Co.
Published on 2011-01-27 14:42:36
When looking for luxury Valentine's chocolate gifts then it really has to be The Chocolate Trading Co. because they sell great quality fine chocolate, but also because they're great guys and you can save 12% with the voucher code we've negotiated for > read more
Hotel Chocolat Love Sleekster
Published on 2011-01-27 12:03:01
I thought the 2011 version of the Hotel Chocolate Love Sleekster Valentine's chocolate selection box was very good and well worth the money. It seems they're getting more imaginative every year. > read more
Rabot Estate Cacao Nibs Rolled In Milk
Published on 2011-01-27 05:30:44
If you need something to give you a boost at work but don't want to reach for a bar of chocolate, then these Rabot Estate Cacao Nibs Rolled In Milk are a great alternative. > read more
Win Valentine’s Personalised M&Ms
Published on 2011-01-26 10:25:35
It doesn't take much chance to enter the Valentine's M&Ms competition. All you have to do is answer two questions that you can find on their website. > read more
Personalised Valentine’s M&Ms
Published on 2011-01-26 09:34:11
I must say that the Personalised Valentine's M&Ms are great value, you don't get a lot of space for your message, but M&Ms aren't big are they? > read more
Valentine’s Luxury at Hotel Chocolat
Published on 2011-01-26 09:14:14
While chocolates are a popular Valentine’s Day gift, selecting this option for your loved one can end up being an after-thought if quality and presentation aren’t given top priority. From department store fare to small producers, there ar > read more
Thorntons Offers a Full Range of Valentine’s Chocolates
Published on 2011-01-26 08:45:09
No matter what the occasion, chocolates are a popular gift-giving option. However, no celebration generates more sales of this creamy confection than the mid-February event known as Valentine’s Day. Though the holiday has been recognized since > read more
Patrick Roger 100% Dark Chocolate
Published on 2011-01-25 05:12:09
I don't think I'd hunt out the Patrick Roger 100% bar again. It may not be as bitter as the Michel Cluizel Noir Infini 99%, but it still doesn't offer enough flavour for my liking. > read more
Have You Entered The Academy of Chocolate Awards 2011?
Published on 2011-01-24 07:55:45
If you feel you make some awesome chocolate then you should download the Academy of Chocolate Awards 2011 Entry Form. > read more
Blyss Chocolate Ishpingo Mystery Single Bean Virgin Chocolate
Published on 2011-01-24 05:36:20
This Blyss Chocolate Ishpingo Mystery Single Bean Virgin Dark Chocolate may be from Ecuador, but its actually better than most Ecuadorian chocolate that I've tried. The marketing is laid heavily - but its worth looking out for. > read more
Manufaktura Czekolady Kwiat Soli Morskiej
Published on 2011-01-23 05:22:17
If you want an old-fashioned, natural tasting dark chocolate bar with a sea salt flavour then look no further than this Manufaktura Czekolady bar. The only problem is you can only buy it in Poland. > read more
Divine Praline Milk Chocolate Hearts
Published on 2011-01-22 14:38:20
These Divine Praline Milk Chocolate Hearts are salty but they don't have the usual crunchy texture that I just don't like, so that'd make them a good Valentines gift for people that like ethical chocolates. > read more
Thorntons Haiti Mango Save The Children Milk Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-01-21 11:10:32
If you're looking for something to help with the charity work of Save The Children then you shuld really try this Thorntons Milk Chocolate Haiti Mango milk chocolate bar as it's excellent. Sweet it may be, but wholesome. > read more
Chocri Personalised Dark Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-01-21 05:37:41
I most certainly wouldn't try this combination of a design-your-own chocolate bar from Chocri again. There's plenty of other more pleasent alternatives. > read more
Cocoaloco Koska’s Blend Milk Chocolate Indian Summer Bar
Published on 2011-01-20 14:13:34
The Cocoaloco Koska's Blend Milk Chocolate Indian Summer Bar is a delightful and sweet bar of chocolat with a wondeful, soft spicness that lifts the bar out of the ordinary. > read more
Jean-Paul Hévin 64% Papua New Guinea
Published on 2011-01-19 05:44:53
If you're looking for a slightly sweet dark chocolate bar with cherry tones then look no further than the Jean-Paul Hévin 64% Dark Chocolate Bar From Papua New Guinea. > read more
Artisan du Chocolat Couture Collection
Published on 2011-01-15 11:42:20
This Artisan du Chocolat Couture Collection is a very decent and enjoyable chocolate selection box. A great one for people that also want to try unusual falvours! > read more
Amano Ocumare 30% Milk Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-01-14 05:00:25
This Amano Ocumare 30% Milk Chocolate Bar is just no where near as good as its dark chocolate cousin. There's no real chocolate taste and too much of saccharine to be anywhere near as good as the Amano reputation which preceeds it! > read more
Flowers & Chocolates
Published on 2011-01-13 05:45:59
This year seems to be a great deal better if you’re a bloke looking for Flowers and Chocolates with delivery by post for Valentine’s Day. Previously it seemed that most chocolate or flower retailers thought us men would just buy them from > read more
Amelia Rope Dark Lemon Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-01-12 10:46:57
Most of you probably wouldn't have heard of Amelia Rope - I hadn't until recently, but she has put her heart and soul into these bars. They're definitely well worth trying if you get the chance. > read more
Rococo Valentines Chocolates
Published on 2011-01-10 07:52:46
One of the things I love most about most about Rococo is their chocolate art. For every season or occasion Rococo have great, exceptional looking chocolate art that also manages to taste damn good and 2011 sees these purveyors of fine chocolates expa > read more
Ben Tre Single Estate Dark Chocolate From Vietnam
Published on 2011-01-10 05:38:27
This an absolutely delightful 70% dark chocolate bar from Thailand with great crispy flavours and a strong nose. > read more
Valrhona Alpaco 66% Dark Chocolate Bar
Published on 2011-01-07 05:02:10
This Valrhona Alpaco 66% Dark Chocolate Bar was a massive dissapointment. There's almost no flavour and the only characteristic is that of sweet slim fast milk shake. > read more
Handmade Dulce de Leche Caramels
Published on 2011-01-05 10:58:13
Thesse Handmade Dulce de Leche Caramels from The Chocolate Cafe are absolutely delicious, they're fragrant, soft, sweet and delightful. > read more
Fancy A Quickie?
Published on 2011-01-05 06:37:20
I’ve tried the Choc Affair hot chocolate sticks before and just love the concept. But Artisan du Chocolat have taken the concept one step further with their Fancy A Quickie versions. Here its hot chocolate dried onto a spoon so all you have to > read more
Dartmoor Chilli Farm Dark Chilli Chocolate With Peppermint
Published on 2011-01-04 05:14:16
Dartmoor Chilli Farm have produced a lovely 70% Dark Chilli Chocolate bar with a hint of Peppermint. It's very strong, so be warned. > read more
Robineau Chocolate Selection Box
Published on 2011-01-02 03:18:36
This Chocolate Selection Box from Robineau, who are based in Darlington is a wonderful and light offerring which is offers a more laid-back experience than many you'll find from the big names. > read more