Belgian Chocolates

The World s Best Chocolate

You know it’s addictive. You know that it can be fattening. You know that it contains loads of sugar. Has that stopped you? Of course not! It’s chocolate we’re talking about here! Who can give it up? Chocolate is the favorite vice of both young and old. There are so many types out there. You can find practically any kind of chocolate to satisfy even the most finicky among us. Undoubtedly, the worshippers at the altar of chocolate are a vocal bunch.

Ask anyone where the best chocolate in the world come from and you’ll get a variety of opinions, but most will agree that Belgian chocolate is among, if not the, best.

Belgian chocolate, as we know it today, evolved during the 19th century, but chocolate itself had been present in Belgium for roughly three centuries already. Today, there are many major brands of Belgian chocolate including Guylian, Côte d’Or and the exquisite Godiva chocolates. Even Leonidas, which is considered to be the cheapest out of all the major brands of Belgian chocolate, has a vast following worldwide.

This can be attributed to the quality of Belgian chocolate, but also the variety available. Unlike many other types, which stick to popular combinations of caramel, raisins and a few classes of nuts, Belgian chocolate displays practically every edible combination possible.

Just go to the online catalogue of any big brand. You’ll see sections for truffles, nuts, fruits, white chocolate and a host of other categories. If you can’t find something you like, then you don’t really love chocolate

The ‘melt-in-your-mouth’ consistency of Belgian chocolate has made it a favorite for use in chocolate fountains. This is the latest craze at parties, weddings and many other social events. Chocolate fountains are essentially devices for heating chocolate, which is then transported vertically before flowing over tiers for a waterfall effect. Belgian chocolate is usually high in cocoa butter, giving it the naturally wonderful consistency that is recommended for chocolate fountains.

Chocolate fountains are also a lot easier to obtain than a traditional wedding cake. There’s no need to pay someone tons of money for an intricate design and you don’t have to worry about anything falling apart on the big day.

A growing number of catering companies offer chocolate fountains as an alternative and they’re usually a big hit with guests, who can unleash their inner child by dipping strawberries, marshmallows and anything else you give them, in the cascading Belgian chocolate.

Types Of Chocolate

If you always like to accompany your cup of coffee with a chocolate cookie or other chocolate-based treat, or if you usually order a hot chocolate drink, you might not consider yourself a chocoholic, but you certainly make it to the fans' category. But even of chocolate is not your first choice when it comes to desert, you should probably by familiar with at least its main categories, just in case you are asked if you prefer couverture over white chocolate for your ice-cream glace.

• Dark Chocolate can contain anything from 30% to 75% cocoa solids. It has a slightly sweet flavor and a dark color and it is the chocolate type most used in cooking. For everyday cooking and the majority of the recipes for dark chocolate, choose one with around 50% cocoa solids. However, dark chocolate with a higher cocoa solid content will give a richer, more intense, flavor. This chocolate is often called luxury or continental chocolate and has a cocoa solid content of between 70-75%. Occasionally, cooking experts support that it is essential to use a better chocolate, but the recipe should specify when that is the case.

• Milk Chocolate, as its name suggests, contains milk and has lovely creamy, mild, and sweet flavor. It is mostly used as an eating chocolate, rather than in cooking. However it does have its place in chocolate cookery, especially for decorations, and when a milder, creamy flavor is required. It is more sensitive to heat than dark chocolate so care must be taken when melting it.

• White Chocolate contains lower cocoa butter content and cocoa solids. It can be quite temperamental when used in cooking. Always choose a luxury white cooking chocolate to avoid problems and take great care not to overheat when melting it. White chocolate is useful also for color contrast in decoration, creating a dramatic effect when it is placed over darker backgrounds.

• Couverture is the preferred chocolate for professional use, as it retains a high gloss after melting and cooling. Nevertheless, it requires tempering and is only available from specialist suppliers. In case it can be found to special cooking supply stores, it usually is more expensive than regular milk chocolate.

• Chocolate Glace is a chocolate-flavored cake covering which is an inferior product not generally used by true chocolate lovers. However, it has a high fat content, making it easier to handle when making some decorations such as curls or caraque. In case you do not want to compromise flavor too much, but have difficulty making the decorations with pure chocolate, try adding a few squares of chocolate-flavored cake covering to a good quality chocolate.

• Chocolate Chips are available in dark, milk, and white chocolate varieties, and are used primarily for baking and as decoration materials.

• Coco Powder is the powder left after the cocoa butter has been pressed from the roasted and ground beans. It is unsweetened and bitter in flavor. It gives good, strong chocolate flavor when used in cooking.

Belgian chocolates

Dobla Dark Belgian Chocolate Cordial & Toasting Cups $11.95 Bring on the chocolate! Serve your most tempting shots in a delectable chocolate shot glass for extra appeal. Chocolate shooters are sure to delight and impress your guests, time after time. Perfectly packaged and ready for action, these adorable dark Belgian chocolate shot cups are the perfect way to bring your next party or event to a whole new level or enhance your next night in. If you can sta...

Dobla Dark Belgian Chocolate Dessert Shells $11.95 These delectable dark chocolate dessert shells make it easy to prepare all kinds of sinful delights! The fine folks at Dobla Chocolate have crafted four different shell shapes for a true variety. Each box contains eight chocolate dessert cups, two of each shape. The shells are made from rich, dark Belgian chocolate that you won't be able to resist. Just remember, it's okay to indulge. Perfect for ...

Belgian Chocolate Bites Belgian Chocolate "Dreams" are Rich, Creamy and Oh-So-Smooth. You'll sneak a second piece... even a third! The world-renowned Belgian chocolate is now in 4 candy choices....

Hot Chocolate (1992) ( Amour et chocolat ) [ NON-USA FORMAT, PAL, Reg.0 Import - Australia ] $18.99 Australia released, PAL/Region 0 DVD: it WILL NOT play on standard US DVD player. You need multi-region PAL/NTSC DVD player to view it in USA/Canada: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 ), SPECIAL FEATURES: Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: B.J. Cassidy (Bo Derek) is a knockout Texas businesswoman with a self image as big as her home state. One morning, she's riding horses on her ranc...

Hot Chocolate ( Amour et chocolat ) [ NON-USA FORMAT, PAL, Reg.0 Import - United Kingdom ] $18.00 United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 0 DVD: it WILL NOT play on standard US DVD player. You need multi-region PAL/NTSC DVD player to view it in USA/Canada: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital Stereo ), SPECIAL FEATURES: Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: A business woman leaves Texas to take over a chocolate factory in France and unexpectedly falls in love along the way....

ZOIC Nutrition Drink, Belgian Chocolate (Pack of 24) $44.99 ZOIC is “nutrition made simple” ... with ZOIC you get all the benefits of the highest quality doctor recommended nutrition drink. Please don’t be mistaken – this is NOT you average sugary diet shake, and NOT an unhealthy energy drink or sports supplement loaded with questionable ingredients. ZOIC is a scientifically formulated nutrition drink that contains the highest quality...

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Choklat Crunch Belgian Milk Chocolate With Protein Crisps, 1.5-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12) $23.88 Choklat Crunch®: Real Nutrition Meets Real Chocolate. Made with exotic Belgian chocolate and fortified with 10 grams of Proto Whey protein in each bar, Choklat Crunch is truly a unique offering. With only 100 calories per serving, Choklat Crunch is an indulgence to feel good about. Made without the use of sugar alcohols ¿ a known cause of gastric distress ¿ Choklat Crunch is truly a gold sta...

Leonidas Belgian Chocolates General Assortment - Truffles, Pralinés, Fresh Butter Creams Leonidas General Assortment...with a well balanced and representative selection of Leonidas' fresh butter creams, sinfully smooth truffles and delectable pralines, there is sure to be something in this assortment to please everybody, and is guarenteed to tantalize even the most discerning palates. Introduce a grateful friend to Leonidas today, or give in to temptation and indulge yourself...Leonid...

Leonidas Belgian Chocolates Dark Chocolates Assortment - Truffles, Pralinés, Fresh Butter Creams Leonidas Dark Chocolate Assortment...with a well balanced and representative selection of Leonidas' fresh butter creams, sinfully smooth truffles and delectable pralines, all covered in rich dark chocolate, guaranteed to tantalize even the most discerning palates. Introduce a grateful friend to Leonidas today, or give in to temptation and indulge yourself...Leonidas Famous Belgian Chocolates...a g...

Fine Chocolates $62.99 Discover why Belgium is known around the world for its delicious chocolates!A comprehensive and practical guide by famous Belgian master Jean-Pierre WybauwWith clear action images and brilliant photography by Tony Le DucA must have for professionals and advanced amateursJean-Pierre Wybauw, in heart and soul a teacher of chocolate and confectionary technology, has been an adviser and instructor with Barry-Callebaut for 32 years. He constantly travels around the globe to teach professionals the tricks of the trade and gives lectures at famous trade schools. For years he has been a valued judge during international contests and in 2002 he was voted Chef of the Year by the Culinary Institute of America.Tony Le Duc is a world reknowned photographer, specializing in culinary photography. He contributed to several books, which have been awarded prizes in the World Cookbook Awards, such as Vegetable and Wine and Cheese and wine.

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Fine Chocolates: Great Experience $111.95 Discover why Belgium is known around the world for its delicious chocolates!A comprehensive and practical guide by famous Belgian master Jean-Pierre WybauwWith clear action images and brilliant photography by Tony Le DucA must have for professionals and advanced amateursJean-Pierre Wybauw, in heart and soul a teacher of chocolate and confectionary technology, has been an adviser and instructor with Barry-Callebaut for 32 years. He constantly travels around the globe to teach professionals the tricks of the trade and gives lectures at famous trade schools. For years he has been a valued judge during international contests and in 2002 he was voted Chef of the Year by the Culinary Institute of America.Tony Le Duc is a world reknowned photographer, specializing in culinary photography. He contributed to several books, which have been awarded prizes in the World Cookbook Awards, such as Vegetable and Wine and Cheese and wine.Jean-Pierre Wybauw has been an advisor and instructor with Barry-Callebaut for thirty-two years. He constantly travels around the globe teaching professionals the tricks of the trade and gives lectures at famous trade schools. In this fascinating book, Wybauw lets the reader in on those tricks of the trade, delivering a comprehensive and practical guide to the art of chocolate making. With sumptuous photography Tony de Luc, this is a book for any chocophile!

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$21 Indulge in pure, dark chocolate. Leonidas fine Belgian Dark Chocolate assortment contains 18 chocolates filled with caramel cream, praline with caramelized hazelnuts, crisped rice, caramel and plain dark chocolate.

$14.99 100% pure chocolate enjoyment! This Leonidas fine Belgian Chocolate assortment contains both milk and dark chocolates filled with Caramel Cream, Vanilla Liquor, Praline, Praline with Caramelized Hazelnuts, Praline with a hint of Coffee, Crisped Rice or Caramel.

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