This comes under the heading “Wish I Had Thought Of That”… fun times for Easter ahead, I can see that.
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Two Great Passions: Chocolate and Trains
Read the story here: http://www.theworld.org/2012/11/a-train-made-entirely-of-chocolate/
Cadbury Chocolate Harder to Melt
Found this story rather interesting. Won’t apply to us here in the USA (AZ could be a candidate tho) since it’s an Eastern Asia product, but shows how candy science marches on! http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/26/non-melting-chocolate_n_2192236.html
No Goo-Goo Shortages!
Yes, I’m pleased to report that there will be no shortages of G00-Goo Clusters in the Parker housefold for the near future. A generous client found out that an acquaintance had an “in” with the Nashville candy manufacturer so she arranged for these samples to be sent to me. So, to her I say “thanks” [...]
“Hot Chocolate” has new meaning!
Photo: Joseph Erdos. This calls for a taste test… serve it with Mexican cocoa and macaroons for the total taste bonanza! http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/06/chocolate-covered-jalapenos_n_1324808.html
DIY Valentine’s Chocolates Video.
Found this video which I think is very useful and easy to follow, even for those who have never tried melting chocolate before. With Valentine’s Day coming up faster than you might think, here’s a way to save some money… make those Valentine sweets for your sweetie yourself!! Guaranteed to impress. Watch the video here: [...]
A New Holiday Fudge
Gingerbread fudge is new to me but it sure sounds appealing. I found it on this site. Let me know how it turns out if you decide to make some yourself!
Fun and Delicious Competition
This is the kind of contest I like and would like to judge (hint, hint) http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/11/29/the-best-dark-chocolate_n_958823.html
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Child of the ’70s Real Chocolate Thin Mint Cookies
Yummm… thin mints are great with brandy, I learned years ago while in the Sierras skiing. They are great with anything actually.
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Is The Praline The Official Mardi Gras Candy?
Good question. Being from the South and having lived in LA, pralines certainly rate very highly for me. I guess it’s the pecans that attract me and which add so much flavor, especially if toasted. If you think your Mardi Gras festivities require some authentic flavors I found a recipe which is easy to make [...]
Valentine’s Day and Gifts Gone But Not Forgotten
This is what I found waiting for me on Valentine’s Day before dinner: a gift wrapped box of See’s toffee, featuring both milk chocolate toffee and dark chocolate toffee. What a treat! The Valentine’s cards were special too, one on the left I made for my sweetie.
Chocolate’s Startling Health Benefits
Good news for us candy lovers…. Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
How Mr. Chocolate Makes His Chocolates
Excellent description of tempering chocolate and the molding process. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/the-daily-meal/jacques-torres-chocolates_b_821397.html
The History of Valentine’s Day And Chocolate
Not sure about the accuracy of this post, but it does make delicious reading. Happy Valentine’s Day to all, chocolate lovers and non-chocolate lovers. Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
Tempering Valentine’s Chocolates for Gift Giving
One of secrets for making fabulous chocolate candies is that if the chocolate is to be melted then used, as for a molded heart, say, then the chocolate has to be tempered in order for it to remain shiny and firm. It has to do with chemistry which I won’t go into here but it [...]
Most Popular Valentine Candy Search Finds Torte!
Well, while I was busy searching for what might be the definitive Valentine candy, I ran across this article and recipe…. not exactly candy, but it will do until I find the real thing. Yum and read on: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jamie-schler/flourless-chocolate-truffle-torte-recipe_b_815746.html
Candy Humor? You Betcha!
Had to laugh when I saw this: http://www.collegehumor.com/article:1812007
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