This might sound strange but the best chocolate I have encountered thus far has been from a shop (in the Mercato Mall) that I think only exists in Dubai (or the U.A.E.) called Dolce Antico. The chocolate is smooth and rich, unlike any I have had before (and trust me I have had my share ;-)). If anyone knows where to get these outside of Dubai...please let me know :-).

A close second (okay tie) is the Italian chocolatier Venchi. They are simply AMAZING. They also have a superior sugar-free collection unlike any you will find elsewhere. You can normally find them in some shops and online here in the U.S.

...and then there is Vosages chocolate with outposts in the U.S. They have amazing flavors that you do not see anywhere else.

Belated Welcome to Flyertalk jmgendron!

After hours of web research I made your molten chocolate cakes tonight. What a perfect recipe! Simple ingredients, not too much of anything and absolutely wonderful.

I made four cakes, using two bars of New Tree belgian dark choclate bars. So glad I didn't skimp and use Nestle's choco chips. Made two in ramekins, two in custard cups. Next time for company I will try large muffin tins.

Anthony Bourdain, keep watching your back.

Dagoba Chocolates makes a wonderful chilies and cocoa nibs hot chocolate called Xocolatl. Dagoba makes single origin organic chocolates. Yummy!

You don't have to go to Belgium. Costco now has Kirkland brand Belgian chocolate which is actually Neuhuas. How do I know the true identity of the chocolate?

It says on the box "made for Neuhaus USA."

It looks and tastes like Neuhaus. Some of the chocolates are even in the shape of the Neuhaus "N".

Unbelievably, the cost is $12.99 for a one pound box. If word gets out in Belgium, they'll be doing mileage runs to here to buy the chocolate.

Maybe we should plan a Chocolate Do in Belgium!

Boost the miles and the endorphins at the same time

This definitely ranks up there with the best tips I've received on this board. Thank you! While I wouldn't give a box marked Kirkland as a gift, this is great to know for my own use. I love Neuhaus. ^

I'll remember this next time I'm in the US..

We have just concluded a six-month deal importing a particular chocolate from Belgium. The wholesale cost to us was $16 for 7 oz. tin.

Costco is currently selling the same product under the Kirkland brand 14 oz $14. Do the math. It IS the same product.

If you can live with the Kirkland label and tacky box, shop Costco. We're screwed, but there is no reason you should be too.

Is it the same product? I've never tasted it, so that is a real question, and not rhetorical. But in the past I have run into Neuhaus made for the US market (sold by Macy's for circa $40/lb) that was quite different from the Neuhaus sold in Europe. Not worse, but definitely different (and I preferred the European version). But Trader Joe has so many different chocolates now (ranging from poor to fabulous), that I'm not sure Neuhaus is good enough any more ... it certainly is no longer the world's best chocolate, and a lot of the smaller specialty chocolate makers have it outflanked (particular with the 'single origin' offerings which sometimes are outstanding).

all i can say is yum.... and wait, can I have another please, for breakfast??

OK, I think we may be referring to a number of different things here. My original post referred to a 16 oz. offering at Costco which is clearly Neuhaus. Someone else has now referred to a 14 oz. offering at Costco, but not said it was Neuhaus. Anyone know what the 14 oz. one is?

Just back from Costco and I was unable to find the chocolate labeled - made for Neuhaus USA- can you describe the package and contents please.

I'm in Bruxelles early February to do a Leonidas and Neuhaus run. Actually, it's a mileage run, but I'll be there to pick up the pralines and grab a cone frites with mayonaise and a gaufre Liégeois with Chantilly.


I think that Neuhaus goes for $55 to $60 per pound these days here in the US.

I suspect your Costco may not have it, given that it is kind of obvious if you are looking for it. The "made for Neuhaus USA" is in small letters. I believe it says "Belgian Chocolate" or something like that on the box.

When I get home tonight I will take a photo, post it on the web, and provide a link.

Francophile, don't you find MARCOLINI's chocolates to be better than Leonidas or Neuhaus?

After many many tastings, I come to conclusion that I really really like MARCOLINI and LA MAISON DU CHOCOLAT (France) the best!

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