Apparently chocolate melting in one’s mouth can cause a more intense and longer-lasting pleasure than kissing. I found this “fact” online and will not attest to the veracity, but what is for sure is that chocolate on Valentine’s Day is the way to your sweetie’s heart, your family and friends too. Here are eight recipes from […]
Very Fudgy Chocolate Chip Brownies for National Brownie Day
Because for many of us, everyday is National Brownie Day, so the question isn’t do you like brownies? The first question seems to be–fudgy or cakey? I took an informal poll last year on Facebook and fudgy won by a landslide. But if you on the side of cakey, you are not alone. Just follow this […]
Bittersweet Ganache Glazed Chocolate Torte to Live For
My trip to the Pacific Northwest started in Portland, OR where I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the Portland VegFest, as described in my previous blog post. I’m writing now from Seattle and it’s all about chocolate, my favorite bean. Well, chocolate and some Field Roast Grain Meat Company love. David Lee, the founder of the company, […]
Chocolate Date Thick Shake
Chocolate Date Thick Shake Not far from the magnificent Joshua Tree National Park where I hiked with my children, California dates reign supreme, and the Date Shake at the amazing Hadley’s Fruit Orchard is said to be the best in the world. Expect long lines if you want one of those ultra-popular date shakes—especially the chocolate […]