Xoçai Chocolate
Rosa Via the NY Times, an article about a hyped-up chocolate called Xo?ai that’s being sold via network marketing. I’m more than dubious about the claim that three pieces of Xo?ai…
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Albanese Krunchy Bears [Review]
I’ve wanted to try Albanese Krunchy Bears ever since I read Cybele’s review of them. While they’re pretty cheap on the Albanese website, the shipping costs negate those savings (though…
Kinder Joy: The New Candy Egg! [Review]
Most people are pretty familiar with Ferrero’s Kinder Surprise eggs. They’re banned in the U.S. and some other countries because they mix edibles and toys with tiny parts, which is…
Behind the scenes at Taza
The Kitchn has a neat behind-the-scenes look at how Taza Chocolate (the 80% previously reviewed here) is made. Thanks to another Calhoun College chocolate tasting, I’ve now tried all three…
Haribo Super Mini Frites
Europe had more varieties of Haribo than we get here in the states. There was a flier for a Haribo Factory in the tourism office of Avignon, but alas, you…
Nunu Chocolates in Brooklyn
Via the NY Times food section, a little blurb about a yummy chocolate shop in Brooklyn, Nunu’s. They make absinthe chocolate – sounds neat, but as it probably tastes like…
Jadis et Gourmande Chocolates from Paris
As promised, today begins a series of reviews of the goodies I picked up on my recent trip to Europe. First up is four chocolates from Jadis et Gourmande in…
Back from Europe!
Hi dear readers! I got back from Europe on Wednesday, which was also the day my last pre-Europe-written review posted. I just spent hours sorting through and posting my commencement…
Candy jewelry
Via the NY Times Style Section, a jewelry photo shoot that incorporates candy! If I’m interpreting the guide correactly, that M&Ms-like ring is $27,800. That could buy a ton of…
Starburst Choozers [Review]
Starburst Choozers are “fruit flavoured chews with liquid centre made with real fruit juices.” Did you catch those UK spellings? Yup – these guys are, at least for now, only…
Flying Spaghetti Monster Candy
Ever wanted to eat a deity? Here’s a site where you can buy FSM (flying spaghetti monster) candy. It looks like it wouldn’t be too difficult to make it on…
Nestle Quality Street – Part II
The remaining 6 of my Nestle Quality Street reviews, continued from Friday. In case you don’t want to click back, “Nestle?s Quality Street is a variety pack of cheapo chocolates…