Chocolate!
Apr 3, 2007 | 2:05 pm
#286
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: La Jolla, CA
Programs: Marriott Ambassador, Lifetime Titanium, Delta Plat, Hilton Diamond , Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 2,615
Best we have found in many excursions anywhere so far would have to be Dumon in Bruges (Brugge), Belgium. Unfortunately, and to my deep regret, there appears to be no way to order it over the web anywhere I have found.
Another great Belgian Chocolatier is Corne Port-Royal.
I second the recommendation of Maison du Chocolat in Paris as well. Staying in a hotel nearby for a week, we stopped in almost every day for a few chocolates, and it was a great memory of our trip.
Okay, now I really have a craving.
Djlawman
Another great Belgian Chocolatier is Corne Port-Royal.
I second the recommendation of Maison du Chocolat in Paris as well. Staying in a hotel nearby for a week, we stopped in almost every day for a few chocolates, and it was a great memory of our trip.
Okay, now I really have a craving.
Djlawman
Just returned from Bruges and agree that Dumon was the best we found anywhere. When I asked Madame Dumon about shipping she said they had to discontinue it because customs kept breaking apart each piece of chocolate.
It sounded odd, but when we returned home Sunday all of our beautiful Dumon chocolate bunnies had been taken out of their boxes and broken apart
into pieces (see my KLM post)
Thank goodness the other boxes were in a different suitcase and arrived home unscathed.We didn't end up trying it, but the locals in Bruges swear by The Chocolate Line. It's not as traditional as Dumon but experimental with exotic additions like curry or Cuban tobacco leaves.
Apr 3, 2007 | 9:03 pm
#287
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: port broad reach
Programs: NorthSails | Starboard | ION
Posts: 6,525
Apr 4, 2007 | 9:57 am
#288
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Varies :-)
Programs: AS; AA; UA; DL; VS; BA; Nat'l Emer. Exec.; AGR
Posts: 2,251
I'm headed to BRU tonight to stock up! Anyone in NYC want to get together after work next week for a group dinner and chocolate tasting afterwards? Let's find a restaurant that won't mind us bringing our own dessert (provided we share with them). 
Apr 5, 2007 | 12:51 am
#289
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: PDX-ish
Programs: AS, DL
Posts: 107
Best Easter Chocolate (for adults)
Anyone have an opinion on who makes the best Easter chocolate for ADULTS? I thought it would be fun to put together an Easter basket for the "grownups" this year, so no Palmer's or other icky stuff.....(After all, who can resist a good pair of bunny ears, right? )
I've thought about the Lindt bunnies and the Lindt Hazelnut carrots- any other good ideas?
)I've thought about the Lindt bunnies and the Lindt Hazelnut carrots- any other good ideas?
Apr 6, 2007 | 6:30 pm
#290
Join Date: Apr 2007
Programs: CO, Hertz, SPG Gold, HH Diamond
Posts: 80
Chocolate by the Bald Man
Has anyone tried Max Brenner: Chocolate by the Bald Man?
I lived in Australia for a while and was addicted to his shops. Here's a menu - http://www.maxbrenner.com/menus/menu...sweets_usa.pdf
They've just opened a location in NYC. If you're a chocoholic and within driving distance - even if it's 8 hours by car - then make the trip because if the US store is even close to the Aussie ones, then it will be worth it.
For all the So Cal residents, there's a new place in Orange County that is also very, very good. http://www.mychocolatefix.com - it's across from the ziggurat building in Laguna Niguel and it's the best i've had in a long time.
(i didn't read every single post, so i apologize if any info here is a repeat)...
I lived in Australia for a while and was addicted to his shops. Here's a menu - http://www.maxbrenner.com/menus/menu...sweets_usa.pdf
They've just opened a location in NYC. If you're a chocoholic and within driving distance - even if it's 8 hours by car - then make the trip because if the US store is even close to the Aussie ones, then it will be worth it.
For all the So Cal residents, there's a new place in Orange County that is also very, very good. http://www.mychocolatefix.com - it's across from the ziggurat building in Laguna Niguel and it's the best i've had in a long time.
(i didn't read every single post, so i apologize if any info here is a repeat)...
Apr 25, 2007 | 1:09 pm
#293
Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: Seattle, WA
Programs: No one cares
Posts: 7,616
I just opened a box of jean charles rochoux yesterday. Swoooooooooon.
I think I may have a new favorite, then again, I have a box of christian constant next.
Trying really hard to stay away from the big names in French chocolates and going for some of the more boutiquey chocolatiers.
I think I may have a new favorite, then again, I have a box of christian constant next.
Trying really hard to stay away from the big names in French chocolates and going for some of the more boutiquey chocolatiers.
Sep 15, 2007 | 8:25 am
#294
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: PBI
Programs: DL 2.8 MM/PM, AA MM/GLD, Marriott LT Platinum, Hilton Gold
Posts: 1,823
Originally Posted by work2fly
My favorite chocolate is Neuhaus, from Belgium.
It's worth a MR to BRU just to stock up on it at the duty free
It's worth a MR to BRU just to stock up on it at the duty free
Originally Posted by pbjag
Maybe we should plan a Chocolate Do in Belgium!
Boost the miles and the endorphins at the same time
Boost the miles and the endorphins at the same time
Sep 18, 2007 | 8:09 pm
#295
Join Date: Oct 2005
Programs: AA Platinum Hilton Gold
Posts: 50
Chocolate was introduced to France in Bayonne by Jewish refugees from Spain--and Bayonne still has marvelous chocolate today. It's Cazenave (under the arcades) for the absolutely most heavenly chocolate drinks. We did a blind tasting of various chocolates from the region, and Daranatz "Bitter" (70% cacao) was the big favorite. Daranatz has all manner of unusual chocolate, including one kind flavored with Espelette pepper. Henriet in Biarritz is another favorite place. There's even a Chocolate Museum in Biarritz!
Sep 28, 2007 | 1:09 pm
#296
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: philadelphia,pa
Programs: USair Dividend miles, AAdvantage Miles, Budget Fastbreak, Choice rewards
Posts: 9
One of my best chocolate experiences
Some of the best chocolate Ive had-and this wont blow away any of you gourmet chocoholics- Paris.
I had Chocolate Crepes at an outside stand on a corner on Montmatre Blvd, across the street from the Grands Boulevards metro stop.
I proceded to have one every day I was there. I think it was just nutella they put on the crepe, but man oh man, it was delicious!!!!
Im picking up alot of chocolate tips by reading through this thread. Travelling and chocolate- what an unbeatable combination!!!!
I had Chocolate Crepes at an outside stand on a corner on Montmatre Blvd, across the street from the Grands Boulevards metro stop.
I proceded to have one every day I was there. I think it was just nutella they put on the crepe, but man oh man, it was delicious!!!!
Im picking up alot of chocolate tips by reading through this thread. Travelling and chocolate- what an unbeatable combination!!!!
Sep 29, 2007 | 10:24 pm
#297
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: SFO
Programs: AA 3 MM, IHG Diamond
Posts: 4,589
Some of the best chocolate Ive had-and this wont blow away any of you gourmet chocoholics- Paris.
I had Chocolate Crepes at an outside stand on a corner on Montmatre Blvd, across the street from the Grands Boulevards metro stop.
I proceded to have one every day I was there. I think it was just nutella they put on the crepe, but man oh man, it was delicious!!!!
Im picking up alot of chocolate tips by reading through this thread. Travelling and chocolate- what an unbeatable combination!!!!
I had Chocolate Crepes at an outside stand on a corner on Montmatre Blvd, across the street from the Grands Boulevards metro stop.
I proceded to have one every day I was there. I think it was just nutella they put on the crepe, but man oh man, it was delicious!!!!
Im picking up alot of chocolate tips by reading through this thread. Travelling and chocolate- what an unbeatable combination!!!!
http://travel.nytimes.com/2004/12/12/travel/12tab.html
Sep 30, 2007 | 10:59 am
#298
Join Date: May 2005
Location: BOS
Programs: UA
Posts: 1,771
A friend brought me bitter chocolate from Turkey, made by a company called Elit. It was really, really good! The bitter bar was smooth and rich...mmm....I saved the last piece because I don't want it to be all gone!
Does anyone know if it can be purchased anywhere besides Turkey? It doesn't look as though one can order via their website.
Does anyone know if it can be purchased anywhere besides Turkey? It doesn't look as though one can order via their website.
Sep 30, 2007 | 11:38 am
#299
Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: Motown
Programs: DL, WN, AA, IHG Diamond, Hertz 5*
Posts: 3,450
Moonstruck Chocolates
A Moonstruck Chocolate Cafe just opened here in the Detroit area. I have never heard of them before now, but did look up the website. Looks good, just wondering what others think of their products?
Sep 30, 2007 | 1:10 pm
#300
Join Date: May 2006
Programs: none
Posts: 140
Does anyone know if it can be purchased anywhere besides Turkey? It doesn't look as though one can order via their website.[/QUOTE]
ElitContact Information
HEAD OFFICE FACTORY
ELİT İKOLATA VE ŞEKERLEME SAN. A.Ş.
Merkez Mah. Birahane Sokak No:7 Kat:1
34381 Bomonti Şişli-İstanbul
Tel: 212 444 0924 Pbx.
Fax: 212 248 3703
Email: [email protected] ELİT İKOLATA VE ŞEKERLEME SAN. A.Ş.
Pir Hsamettin Sokak No:49 - 51
Kasımpaşa 34440 İstanbul
Tel: 212 238 1171 Pbx.
Fax: 212 254 5780
Email: [email protected]
ElitContact Information
HEAD OFFICE FACTORY
ELİT İKOLATA VE ŞEKERLEME SAN. A.Ş.
Merkez Mah. Birahane Sokak No:7 Kat:1
34381 Bomonti Şişli-İstanbul
Tel: 212 444 0924 Pbx.
Fax: 212 248 3703
Email: [email protected] ELİT İKOLATA VE ŞEKERLEME SAN. A.Ş.
Pir Hsamettin Sokak No:49 - 51
Kasımpaşa 34440 İstanbul
Tel: 212 238 1171 Pbx.
Fax: 212 254 5780
Email: [email protected]