Frey Tiramisu
Rosa I’d never heard of Frey branded chocolates until I saw them in a Target. They caught my eye because they were on sale, 3 for $5, so I thought it…
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UK Skittles – Are They Different?
Did you know that Skittles are different in the UK?and the US? When I say Skittles, I mean standard Skittles, not random limited edition/non-standard Skittles that are so varied that…
A new state sweet for Washington state?
My friend Rita, who gave me my box of Aplets and Cotlets, shared this article with me about how a Washington state representative wants to make them the state sweet.…
Amano Jembrana
Waaay back in 2008, I reviewed Amano’s then complete line-up of single-origin bars and gave them an enthusiastic ZOMG! They’ve since released a new Jembrana bar and updated their packaging…
Hot Chocolate Roundup from the NY Times
On Christmas Eve, the Times Dining Section devoted their $25 and under column to chocolate places with high quality hot chocolates. And oh yeah, food too. And from the links…
Dove Promises – Dark Chocolate and Dark Chocolate Mint Flavored Caramel
Today’s review is of two Dove chocolates with names that are each a mouthful: Dove’s Silky Smooth Dark Chocolate Promises and Dark Chocolate Mint Flavored Caramel Promises. Dove Promises are…
Happy 2009!
May your 2009 be full of happiness, prosperity, and delicious candy with no consequential weight gain or tooth decay. 2009 will be scary/fun for me, as it’s the year I…
Chow’s Year in Food 2008
Last year, Chow’s Year in Food review mentioned the proposed changes in the definition of chocolate. This year, Chow’s Year in Food discusses “chocolate-flavored candy-type” items. Remember, chocolatey does not…
Vosges Naga Bar
I’ve reviewed Vosges several times on this blog now, so it’s no secret that I love the brand but wish that it were more affordable. Then again, I guess it…
Happy Holidays!
Dear readers, I am back in Austin enjoying time with my family, and I’m taking the rest of the week off. Have a happy holiday season, whatever you celebrate, and…
Best cookies EVER
This is only tangentially related to candy: I just discovered the best cookies ever. From the Chicago Tribune’s cookie contest, 2nd place (only 2nd?!) winner: Dorie’s Dark and Stormies. They…
Lindt Orange Intense
I’m a big proponent of Lindt as a great not-too-expensive-but-still-nice bar for a good chocolate fix. Their Excellence bars are, yes, excellent, and range in price from $3.50 (at the…