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La Maison du Chocolat “A saute-mouton !”

Nicolas Cloiseau, chef and creative director of La Maison du Chocolat, has created a cute little flock of chocolate sheep for this year’s Easter collection, called “A saute-mouton !”  Inspired by Ouessant sheep, a breed of dark sheep from the island of Ouessant in Brittany, Chef Cloiseau’s curly-coated sheep, Frisoton and Frisette, come in milk and dark chocolate, … Continue reading La Maison du Chocolat “A saute-mouton !”

Delectable Duos for Valentine’s Day

La Maison du Chocolat master chef Nicolas Cloiseau has created five new ganache and praliné flavour pairings for Valentine’s Day. These exotic fruit and spice flavour “duos” are selected for both contrast and complementarity, reflecting harmony, passion and tenderness, according to the chocolatier. Pictured below are: Peppery vanilla, dark chocolate ganache and almond-hazelnut praliné with … Continue reading Delectable Duos for Valentine’s Day

La Maison du Chocolat: Christmas under the stars

La Maison du Chocolat has put together a stellar collection of chocolate creations for this year’s holiday season! Created under the direction of chef Nicolas Cloiseau, these festive goodies combine the magic of Christmas with stunning chocolate artistry. From a star-studded chocolate bûche de Noël to fruit- and nut-filled chocolate stars and a striking chocolate Christmas tree, this year’s … Continue reading La Maison du Chocolat: Christmas under the stars

The new chocolate tart from La Maison du Chocolat

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

Les Gourmandises: Crispy chocolate sticks

New at La Maison du Chocolat, “Les Gourmandises” are a collection of crisp and delicate chocolate sticks. These tasty treats, created by La Maison du Chocolat head chocolatier Nicolas Cloiseau, come in dark chocolate and milk chocolate. The milk chocolate sticks feature almond praliné with tiny bits of grilled and caramelised coconut. The dark chocolate … Continue reading Les Gourmandises: Crispy chocolate sticks

A rocher gift box from La Maison du Chocolat

La Maison du Chocolat‘s handmade rochers—large, creamy almond or hazelnut truffles with a crunchy chocolate coating—are a timeless favourite. These delicious chocolate treats feature a smooth and rich praliné centre surrounded by bits of toasted, caramelised almonds covered in dark or milk chocolate. Now, they come in their very own gift box! A lovely round … Continue reading A rocher gift box from La Maison du Chocolat