Chocolate!
Mar 16, 2006 | 3:04 pm
#121
Join Date: Mar 2000
Posts: 5,658
Ritter Dark with Hazelnuts is great.
Lowest price we seen is Trader Joe's.
Lowest price we seen is Trader Joe's.
Originally Posted by lance6
I'll add another vote for Ritter Sport - I like the Dark with Hazelnuts version. Yum. Or Scharffenberger 80% or Dark with Ground Coffee.
I sometimes like a nice dark chocolate with a stout beer (like an oatmeal stout or similar).
My wife recently made French toast from scratch and added some bits of Ritter Sport w/ Hazelnuts melted in between slices. The best breakfast I've had! I am blessed that she went to culinary school.
I sometimes like a nice dark chocolate with a stout beer (like an oatmeal stout or similar).
My wife recently made French toast from scratch and added some bits of Ritter Sport w/ Hazelnuts melted in between slices. The best breakfast I've had! I am blessed that she went to culinary school.
Mar 16, 2006 | 10:44 pm
#122
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Southern California/Los Angeles
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High Five ---> Fracophile
Originally Posted by francophile
http://newscenter.peninsula.com/webl...tch1=pen-press
Chocolate At The Pen
A delectable Chocolate Bar at The Peninsula Chicago
Executive Chef Terry Crandall and The Peninsula Pastry team are pleased to present Chocolate at The Pen, Chicagos premier chocolate bar in The Lobby at The Peninsula Chicago. Chocolate at The Pen takes place Fridays and Saturdays from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., and promises sweet satisfaction for those looking for a little indulgence after dinner, or for those who are looking for that perfect accompaniment to Jazz at the Pen (jazz trios perform Friday and Saturday evenings from 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. in The Lobby). Due to the popularity of Chocolate at The Pen, reservations are recommended and are accepted for 9 p.m. and later.
Chocolate at the Pen is $26.00 per person ($12 for children under 12), and includes unlimited coffee, cappuccino or espresso and a selection of petite chocolate delicacies. For just $35.00, guests can indulge in the full chocolate bar AND receive a delicious Chocolate Martini! The chocolate bar items vary weekly and include such items as: Opera Cake, Chocolate Moelleux Raspberry Compote, Chocolate Coffee Tart, Chocolate Tapioca, Chocolate Pecan Tart, Chocolate Tiramisu, Chocolate Pot de Crme, Chocolate Cake Feuilletine, Chocolate Tart Vanilla Sable Breton, Chocolate Mousse (dark and white chocolate served in martini glass), White Hot Chocolate infused with Lavender, and Dark Hot Chocolate infused with Allspice, Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, Chocolate Flan, Chocolate Crme Brulee, assorted Homemade Chocolate Cookies, Chocolate Truffles and more.
The Lobby is located on the fifth floor of The Peninsula Chicago at 108 East Superior Street and offers all-day dining Sunday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 12 midnight. The Peninsulas legendary afternoon tea is served from 3 to 5:30 p.m., accompanied by daily performances by a cellistpianist duo. Dress code is smart casual.
Reservations can be made directly with the hotel, The Peninsula Reservations Department at tel: (312) 337-2888, fax: (312) 751-2888 or e-mail: [email protected] or contact your travel professional.
http://www.langhamhotels.com/langham.../chocolate.htm
Spend Saturday afternoon indulging your sinful side at the Langham Boston's unique Chocolate Bar. Voted "Best Indulgence" by Boston Magazine, our Chocolate Bar is guaranteed to delight chocolate lovers the world over.
It is a try-all-you like buffet that includes a wondrous assortment of light and dark chocolate mousses, cakes, tortes, clairs, crepes, ice cream, cookies, pies, and more. A feature new to the Chocolate Bar this year is the addition of a special table of decadent desserts made with the diet conscious in mind. Each week six low-carb, no sugar desserts will be featured at our special table.
Perfect for birthday parties, special events, or simply a great indulgence for yourself.
Gift certificates available.
Join us for our fall opening on Saturday, September 10, 2005 as we celebrate our 17th year with new chocolate delights for the eyes and the taste buds!
The chocolate bar season runs every September through June.
Adults: $26.00
Children 12 and under: $14
Children 4 and under: Free
Saturdays: Seating from Noon - 3:00pm
Prices are not valid on holidays or special events. Menu items are subject to change without notice.
For reservations, please call the Cafe Fleuri at (617)451-1900 Ext., 7125
http://www.fullertonhotel.com/en/dining/courtyard.html
The Courtyard features a rapturous Chocolate Buffet of luscious chocolate creations, including an unforgettable Chocolate Fountain, on Friday and Saturday evenings. For a blissful end to a hectic week, wind down with this array of comforting desserts and indulge the chocolate lover in you. Complement the chocolate delights with Michele Chiarlo Nivole, a sublime and delicate dessert wine. The Chocolate Buffet is available from 8.00pm to 11.00pm.
Chocolate At The Pen
A delectable Chocolate Bar at The Peninsula Chicago
Executive Chef Terry Crandall and The Peninsula Pastry team are pleased to present Chocolate at The Pen, Chicagos premier chocolate bar in The Lobby at The Peninsula Chicago. Chocolate at The Pen takes place Fridays and Saturdays from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., and promises sweet satisfaction for those looking for a little indulgence after dinner, or for those who are looking for that perfect accompaniment to Jazz at the Pen (jazz trios perform Friday and Saturday evenings from 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. in The Lobby). Due to the popularity of Chocolate at The Pen, reservations are recommended and are accepted for 9 p.m. and later.
Chocolate at the Pen is $26.00 per person ($12 for children under 12), and includes unlimited coffee, cappuccino or espresso and a selection of petite chocolate delicacies. For just $35.00, guests can indulge in the full chocolate bar AND receive a delicious Chocolate Martini! The chocolate bar items vary weekly and include such items as: Opera Cake, Chocolate Moelleux Raspberry Compote, Chocolate Coffee Tart, Chocolate Tapioca, Chocolate Pecan Tart, Chocolate Tiramisu, Chocolate Pot de Crme, Chocolate Cake Feuilletine, Chocolate Tart Vanilla Sable Breton, Chocolate Mousse (dark and white chocolate served in martini glass), White Hot Chocolate infused with Lavender, and Dark Hot Chocolate infused with Allspice, Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, Chocolate Flan, Chocolate Crme Brulee, assorted Homemade Chocolate Cookies, Chocolate Truffles and more.
The Lobby is located on the fifth floor of The Peninsula Chicago at 108 East Superior Street and offers all-day dining Sunday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 12 midnight. The Peninsulas legendary afternoon tea is served from 3 to 5:30 p.m., accompanied by daily performances by a cellistpianist duo. Dress code is smart casual.
Reservations can be made directly with the hotel, The Peninsula Reservations Department at tel: (312) 337-2888, fax: (312) 751-2888 or e-mail: [email protected] or contact your travel professional.
http://www.langhamhotels.com/langham.../chocolate.htm
Spend Saturday afternoon indulging your sinful side at the Langham Boston's unique Chocolate Bar. Voted "Best Indulgence" by Boston Magazine, our Chocolate Bar is guaranteed to delight chocolate lovers the world over.
It is a try-all-you like buffet that includes a wondrous assortment of light and dark chocolate mousses, cakes, tortes, clairs, crepes, ice cream, cookies, pies, and more. A feature new to the Chocolate Bar this year is the addition of a special table of decadent desserts made with the diet conscious in mind. Each week six low-carb, no sugar desserts will be featured at our special table.
Perfect for birthday parties, special events, or simply a great indulgence for yourself.
Gift certificates available.
Join us for our fall opening on Saturday, September 10, 2005 as we celebrate our 17th year with new chocolate delights for the eyes and the taste buds!
The chocolate bar season runs every September through June.
Adults: $26.00
Children 12 and under: $14
Children 4 and under: Free
Saturdays: Seating from Noon - 3:00pm
Prices are not valid on holidays or special events. Menu items are subject to change without notice.
For reservations, please call the Cafe Fleuri at (617)451-1900 Ext., 7125
http://www.fullertonhotel.com/en/dining/courtyard.html
The Courtyard features a rapturous Chocolate Buffet of luscious chocolate creations, including an unforgettable Chocolate Fountain, on Friday and Saturday evenings. For a blissful end to a hectic week, wind down with this array of comforting desserts and indulge the chocolate lover in you. Complement the chocolate delights with Michele Chiarlo Nivole, a sublime and delicate dessert wine. The Chocolate Buffet is available from 8.00pm to 11.00pm.
Mar 17, 2006 | 6:14 pm
#123
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Originally Posted by number_6
Nestle Noir in France (but only in France, the Noir sold in Switzerland is nowhere near as good). Wonderful chocolate and hard to believe that it is a mass market product, sold dirt cheap (10% of the price of Neuhaus or Godiva and very similar).
But quite possibly the finest chocolate I've ever put in my mouth was 85% dark found at Thierry Mulhaput's Epice et Chocolat boutique in SXB. I think there's an outlet in Paris as well.
Originally Posted by number_6
Now why can't Nestle sell Noir in the US? I suppose they don't think the market exists for fine chocolate for the masses. The closest in the US is Scharffen Berger which is OK (better than average) but not quite in the same league.
Last edited by essxjay; Apr 8, 2007 at 10:58 pm
Mar 17, 2006 | 6:17 pm
#124
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Originally Posted by Robt760
I'm almost certain there's some out here on the West Coast too.
For a good dessert buffet (not necessarily all containing cocoa), I recommend a good, high-end, hotel brunch.
Like this one:
http://beverlyhills.peninsula.com/pb...derebrunch.pdf
Mar 19, 2006 | 2:58 pm
#126
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Originally Posted by essxjay
Agreed. Scharffenberger, while a fine enough products, is horribly overpriced in the U.S.
Mar 19, 2006 | 4:58 pm
#127
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Originally Posted by letiole
Scharffen Berger is available at Trader Joe's for a steal.
Mar 20, 2006 | 11:20 am
#128
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Valrhona is consistently terrific, but watch out for stores which do low volume, as their storage conditions may be sub-par (white blooms, dry texture, bad mouthfeel). Callebaut makes a nice dark bar, which can be hard to find. Michel Cluizel is nice. Fot those liking different tastes/flavors, try Dolfin (the saver pouch is a good touch). In Paris, I have always enjoyed Jean-Paul Hevin.
Truffles? The Woodhouse recommendation (St. Helena, Napa Valley) is spot on: they are wonderfully made and presented, and will show those who still think Godiva is chocolate know the real thing ;-) Teuscher champagne truffles and fresh Maison du Chocolat are way up there too.
Truffles? The Woodhouse recommendation (St. Helena, Napa Valley) is spot on: they are wonderfully made and presented, and will show those who still think Godiva is chocolate know the real thing ;-) Teuscher champagne truffles and fresh Maison du Chocolat are way up there too.
Mar 20, 2006 | 1:22 pm
#129
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I believe I read in Time Out NY that this buffet was $75. They're no longer serving it (just called and found out they only did it in February), but I am curious to know what kind of champagne came with this pricey buffet...
http://www.chocolateatlas.com/Ritz-C...ate_Buffet.htm
And this isn't a buffet, but does sound interesting...
Chocolate Bar
http://newyork.citysearch.com/profil...late_bar.html?
http://www.chocolateatlas.com/Ritz-C...ate_Buffet.htm
And this isn't a buffet, but does sound interesting...
Chocolate Bar
http://newyork.citysearch.com/profil...late_bar.html?
Mar 22, 2006 | 8:10 pm
#130
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Chocolate buffet in Washington D.C.!!!!
This Friday and next Friday!
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/hotels/wa...u_chocolat.asp
"Chocolate Decadence" in The Lobby Lounge
Every Friday Beginning February 3rd- March 31st
Rate: $30.00 per person
"Chocolate Decadence" in the Lobby Lounge
Fridays
7:00pm - 10:00pm
$30.00 per person (exclusive of tax & gratuity)
Indulge in a sinful gourmet chocolate buffet! Chocolate Decadence, a chocoholic's dream come true, will run every Friday evening through March 31 in the Lobby Lounge, 7-10 p.m.
For a mouth-watering taste of the decadence in store, consider cooking stations for individual chocolate-raspberry tart, milk chocolate-banana-passion fruit macaroon, chocolate napoleon, chocolate clairs, triple chocolate cake, opera cake, Black Forest cake, and chocolate waffles served with a rum ice cream, for starters.
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/hotels/wa...u_chocolat.asp
"Chocolate Decadence" in The Lobby Lounge
Every Friday Beginning February 3rd- March 31st
Rate: $30.00 per person
"Chocolate Decadence" in the Lobby Lounge
Fridays
7:00pm - 10:00pm
$30.00 per person (exclusive of tax & gratuity)
Indulge in a sinful gourmet chocolate buffet! Chocolate Decadence, a chocoholic's dream come true, will run every Friday evening through March 31 in the Lobby Lounge, 7-10 p.m.
For a mouth-watering taste of the decadence in store, consider cooking stations for individual chocolate-raspberry tart, milk chocolate-banana-passion fruit macaroon, chocolate napoleon, chocolate clairs, triple chocolate cake, opera cake, Black Forest cake, and chocolate waffles served with a rum ice cream, for starters.
Mar 22, 2006 | 8:50 pm
#131
Join Date: Sep 2000
Location: Circle City
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Originally Posted by francophile
Indulge in a sinful gourmet chocolate buffet! Chocolate Decadence, a chocoholic's dream come true, will run every Friday evening through March 31 in the Lobby Lounge, 7-10 p.m.
Mar 26, 2006 | 10:54 pm
#132
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I don't think anyone has mentioned the Australian chain, Max Brenner. Actually I think it is based in Israel, but it has a substantial Australian presence. There is also one in Singapore. Max Brenner serves food, but the chocolate desserts and drinks are the main draw. They have dark and white hot chocolates. They also have a drink called the suckow (sp?) where you melt chocolate over a little burner and mix with milk. Delicious and unusual. They also have a wide variety of chocolate cakes, brownies, cookies, etc. I have not really seen a restaurant like this anywhere else. Located in David Jones Dept. store in Sydney, Manly Ferry Pier, Double Bay, and Singapore's Esplanade Performing Arts Complex (the big durian).
Mar 27, 2006 | 1:32 am
#133
Join Date: May 2000
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Originally Posted by kingsroadgal
I don't think anyone has mentioned the Australian chain, Max Brenner. Actually I think it is based in Israel, but it has a substantial Australian presence. There is also one in Singapore. Max Brenner serves food, but the chocolate desserts and drinks are the main draw. They have dark and white hot chocolates. They also have a drink called the suckow (sp?) where you melt chocolate over a little burner and mix with milk. Delicious and unusual. They also have a wide variety of chocolate cakes, brownies, cookies, etc. I have not really seen a restaurant like this anywhere else. Located in David Jones Dept. store in Sydney, Manly Ferry Pier, Double Bay, and Singapore's Esplanade Performing Arts Complex (the big durian).
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Mar 27, 2006 | 7:24 am
#134
Join Date: Jan 2005
Posts: 1,956
Originally Posted by michele123
Purdy's Chocolate:
http://www.purdys.com/
http://www.purdys.com/
Recommendation: HEDGEHOGS. ^
Last edited by hairpeace; Mar 27, 2006 at 7:31 am Reason: + Recommendation.
Mar 29, 2006 | 11:25 pm
#135
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 131
Gubor
My favorite brand of box chocolate has to be Gubor. It's a Swiss brand that I pick up whenever I go to Germany. EXCELLENT Truffles! Better than all the American specialty brands IMHO. It's been my experience that the DF shops in FRA have the best prices.