The Chocolate Gift Blog

The Chocolate Gift Blog.

On The Chocolate Gift Blog you will find a great variety of chocolate gifts for holidays, birthdays, as well as corporate gifts.
A wide range of products, ranging from candy to nuts to pretzels.
The Chocolate Gift Blog is an excellent source for finding the best kind of chocolate gift basket or tin for anyone in your life...


Sunday, February 11, 2007

A Hot Chocolate Machine...

The Delight Of A Hot Chocolate Machine

Chocolate in any shape of form usually puts a smile on anyone’s face and a cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter day can brighten your day. Hot chocolate is both comforting and filling besides the fact that it tastes heavenly.

Hot Chocolate Machines For The Hot Chocolate Enthusiast

There are people who like hot chocolate every so often and there are people who enjoy hot chocolate several times a day; if you are one of them but not only you can use a hot chocolate machine to make your favorite beverage faster and better.

However, you don’t have to be a hot chocolate enthusiast to own a hot chocolate machine, if you have children in your family and are known for gathering and parties you will find that a hot chocolate machine will make you even more popular and loved.

There are several types of hot chocolate machines, some will make two to four cups and others will make several more depending on your requirement you may choose the same. Hot chocolate machines are easy to use, it produces hot chocolate at the press of a button; easy to clean as every part is generally dish washing machine proof as well as they don’t boil the milk but warms it to just the right temperature so the chances of it being burnt or over heated are non-existent.

Where To Shop For A Hot Chocolate Machine

Department stores are the best place to shop for a hot chocolate machine as there you will find a large variety and therefore you will be able to compare prices and packages before purchase. You can also check online in order to check and compare prices before heading for the stores that way you will know what to expect.

Helpful Tip

A hot chocolate machine will be the center of attraction of any party on a cold winter day but not only and you will be able to produce the delightful drink with the least of hassles. Enjoy now and always a hot cup of chocolate with just the press of a button, after all you have many other things to occupy your time with other than dealing with the trouble of making a cup of hot chocolate.

A hot chocolate machine also makes a great gift for a hot chocolate enthusiast and the prices are reasonable enough to allow anyone on any budget splurge for one.

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Hot Chocolate Wedding Favor

Hot Chocolate Wedding Favor, A Perfect Idea

The day of the wedding has finally arrived. Everything has been planned with the utmost care. The flowers were carefully chosen, the gown was fitted perfectly, the colors blended with ease, the reception beautifully decorated, and the cake is not only lovely but delicious as well. Everything is well executed and the wedding is a success. You want to thank your guests for attending your special day. So you choose a unique gift, which are a perfect idea: hot chocolate wedding favors.

The Unique Hot Chocolate Wedding Favor

For the guests, many people want to give something of lasting value. They want their gift to remind their guest of their special day, and to thank them for being a part of it. A hot chocolate wedding favor seems to be such a sweet gesture of appreciation. The hot chocolate is packaged in small bags which serve two to four people. Each bag is personalized with the names of the bride and groom, the date of the wedding and a picture of their choice. These can be placed on their tables with name tags or simply handed out by someone when the guests begin to leave the wedding festivities.

Everyone enjoys a nice, warm cup of hot chocolate, making this particular favor a very popular item, especially in the autumn and winter months. These wedding favors come in a variety of flavors including hot chocolate with added spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. Also, dark chocolate can be used, as well as mocha. This gives the bridal party more options and variety to mix and match their particular purchase, even choosing to color coordinate the bags to their wedding colors.

Benefits Of Purchasing Hot Chocolate Wedding Favors

There are several benefits of using hot chocolate wedding favors at a wedding. They are easy to distribute to guests and are not cumbersome to carry. They can be fitted into a purse or easily carried when exiting. Another benefit is that just about everyone loves hot chocolate, and for those who don’t, they will keep the bag to remind them of the couple’s special day. A variety of colors and sizes can be chosen and can be ordered. They are not an expensive purchase, which can make those paying for the wedding expenses very happy. All around, the hot chocolate wedding favors are a great addition to any wedding.

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Sunday, February 4, 2007

Some Lindt Chocolate Info

The History And Uniqueness Of Lindt Chocolate

Tradition states that the cocoa bean was introduced to Europe by Christopher Columbus following his discovery of the soon to be wonderful treat know as chocolate. However, the Aztecs consumed cocoa bean as part of a drink that was derived from cocoa seeds. These seeds were roasted over a fire and were mixed with other spices. The resulting mixture provided a bitter, but flavorful beverage.

The Aztecs revered the drink and it was such an expensive commodity, that the poor, because of the cost, were not able to enjoy this drink. In fact, the early Spanish conquerors did not appreciate the taste of cocoa, but traded cocoa beans for Aztec gold.

Cocoa beans have evolved in their use and popularity since those early days. From the early drink derived from cocoa beans, a number of products made from the cocoa bean have been manufactured. One of those products is chocolate and one of the premier chocolate manufacturing companies is Lindt Chocolate.

History Of Lindt Chocolates

The beginnings of Lindt Chocolate, as a Swiss based chocolate manufacturing company, began in 1845. Originally, the company originated with Rudolf Sprüngli-Ammann and his son, David Sprüngli-Schwarz, in the city of Zurich. Their success came from manufacturing chocolate based on an Italian recipe for preparing the chocolate product in an edible solid form.

Eventually, the father retired and left the retail stores to his youngest son David and the chocolate factory to Johann, his oldest son. Under Johann the factory went through a successful expansion including the use of up to date equipment of the day. Being a visionary, he realized that his current assets would not allow for further expansion of the chocolate manufacturing factory. Therefore, to raise the needed capital, a conversion of his company was made. Simultaneously, during this expansion, he was given the opportunity of purchasing a well-known chocolate factory whose owner’s name was Rodolphe Lindt. In addition to receiving the property he also purchased the rights to the Lindt chocolate recipe.

This recipe coupled with the manufacturing process distinguished the chocolate not only in its taste, but its aroma and texture. Lindt Chocolate has survived a number of legal, economical, and significant world events. Above all, Lindt Chocolate has maintained its reputation as a manufacturer of fine chocolate.

Packaging Of Lindt Chocolates

In addition to the distinguishing flavor of Lindt Chocolates, another unique feature is the packaging of Lindt Chocolate. This exceptional packaging is represented by a foil wrapping that encases the chocolate. Unlike other manufacturers of chocolate, who simply surround their chocolate with their packaging, Lindt Chocolate foil wraps their chocolate and seals the foil packaging around their product.

Also, the paper wrapper that folds over the foil encloses the entire chocolate product and protects even the ends of the chocolate bar. This care taken to protect the chocolate product ensures that moisture and other possible harmful substances are kept away from the product.

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