Saturday, November 17 marked the launch of Patrick Roger‘s newest boutique in Paris on the very chic place de la Madeleine. But it’s not your typical chocolate shop. Described by the master chocolatier himself as a “chocolate mine,” the stunning shop is a magnificent showcase for Roger’s chocolate art, as well as his marvellous gourmet … Continue reading Patrick Roger’s “chocolate mine” opens on place de la Madeleine
The 11th in Ladurée‘s series of 150th anniversary pastries — one for every month of 2012 — is La Duchesse. This moist cake features walnuts, a light chestnut mousse, bits of glazed chestnuts and a mini meringue. It is is topped with silky milk chocolate fondant and encased in delicate sheets of chocolate. La Duchesse … Continue reading Ladurée’s November pastry: La Duchesse
The Awards du Chocolat for 2012 were presented on Friday, November 2 in Paris at the annual Salon du Chocolat, which wrapped up on Sunday, November 4. Organised by Club des Croqueurs de Chocolat, L’Express Styles and Salon du Chocolat, the annual awards are given to the best chocolatiers in France. The top French chocolatiers for 2012 … Continue reading Best French chocolatiers for 2012
In the spotlight this month at Ladurée is La Charlotte “Belle Hélène.” This luscious dessert is composed of dainty ladyfingers, yummy pear cream and vanilla mousse, dark chocolate, candied fruit and sliced almonds. The traditional “Charlotte,” which has been around for more than 200 years, is a round cake with a ladyfinger crust filled with fruit and cream. … Continue reading Ladurée: Charlotte Belle Hélène
It’s difficult to improve on something as deliciously smooth and satisfying as the classic chocolate tart. But why not give it a new look? Nicolas Cloiseau, creative director of La Maison du Chocolat, has done just that, giving the traditionally round chocolate tart some sleek new lines. Square or rectangular, the new chocolate tart features … Continue reading The new chocolate tart from La Maison du Chocolat
Today is the third annual Journée Mondiale du Cacao et du Chocolat (World Cocoa and Chocolate Day) in France. Celebrated on October 1 each year, the event is an occasion to recognise and appreciate the vital role of small-scale cocoa farmers in the creation of chocolate—the marvellous “food of the gods” enjoyed by so many … Continue reading World Cocoa and Chocolate Day
Chocolatiers and chocolate enthusiasts from across France and the far corners of the cocoa-producing world will soon converge on Paris for the Salon du Chocolat, which takes place at Porte de Versailles from October 31 to November 4, 2012. This 18th edition of the annual gourmand event will feature more than 12,000 square metres of show … Continue reading Salon du Chocolat 2012: New Worlds of Chocolate!
