Asher’s Chocolate Co., the award-winning family-owned chocolate company commemorates 130 years in business, celebrating the region’s signature fine chocolates and confections for five generations. Established in 1892, Asher’s continues to pride itself as a Philadelphia based family-run business. Asher’s success story lies in having built a reputation for making quality candy with the freshest and … Continue reading
With Easter around the corner, it’s time to think about Easter candy, particularly chocolate! One local name that should come to mind when thinking about chocolate is Eclat Chocolate. This award-winning handcrafted chocolatier based in West Chester, PA, has been in business for over 20 years. The owner, Master Chocolatier Christopher Curtin, is classically trained … Continue reading
Betsy Ross House and American Heritage Chocolates, a unique colonial chocolate recipe, has teamed up with Old City neighbor CJ Cheyne, who is the chef/owner of Oui Pastries, to showcase the chocolate this holiday season. CJ has created a delicious chocolate fudge pecan oat bar that will be sold in the shop located at 160 … Continue reading
Tony’s Chocolonely, a company on a mission to make all chocolate worldwide 100% slave free, is taking the now-famous experiential Chocotruck to Philadelphia. Within the interactive truck, visitors will have the chance to learn about the bitter truth behind the cocoa industry and what Tony’s is doing to change the narrative, topics that were featured … Continue reading
You might have heard about The Bourse Marketplace – a new food hall that will be opening inside of the Bourse building located at 111 S Independence Mall E early in 2018. It will be filled with food purveyors from all over the region. One of those purveyors is Chocodiem, makers of exceptional artisan Belgian … Continue reading
Max Brenner has been creating a new chocolate culture worldwide for 20 years. With its unique concept, products, desserts and its iconic presentation, it has become the ultimate experience for chocolate lovers around the world. To celebrate its 20th Birthday, and just in time for National Chocolate Day on Friday, October 28th, Max Brenner has … Continue reading
Here are some fun Valentine’s Day events that will also involve food – specifically chocolate – and drink! YUM! Valentine’s Date Nights at The Clay Studio Grab your loved one and get ready for a date night to remember. Instructors guide you through four-handed throwing by candlelight. Enjoy light fare, chocolate, champagne, wine, and music … Continue reading
Fine Wine & Good Spirits shared some chocolate and wine pairing ideas with us, so if you’re looking for some Valentine’s Day inspiration, we got you covered. You can enjoy these whether you’re coupled up or single. I’m also including a cocktail idea they provided below. Milk chocolate: The sweetness in Ruby Port, Brachetto, Pinot … Continue reading
