With so many chocolate stores in Paris it makes sense to ensure differentiation . Richarts have set a sophisticated and clean style that sets their presentation apart. We visited Richart’s chocolate shop at both 27 Rue Bonaparte in the 6th and also 258 Boulevard St. Germain. Joseph Richart began making chocolate in 1925 in Lyons (France). A second generation are now responsible for continuing the … Continue reading Chocolate Blanc Style
This was the most unexpected surprise of our Chocolate pilgrimage. We were just strolling down the Champs Elysée from the Place De la Concorde on our way to the Arc de Triomphe. We planned to have side trip to “Fouquet” on the avenue on the recommendation of Charlotte (a Belgian chocolate fanantic we met in Bruxelles ) to share a hot chocolate and people watch. ” Quatre … Continue reading Chocolat…It’s French for Heaven
It seemed the shops and choice of chocolate were endless in Brugge – Belgian Chocolate in any form or flavour that you could ever imagine. Here are some photos of just a few of the chocolate shops we experienced. Continue reading More Belgian Chocolate in Brugge
Recent Dello Mano bride Tammy suggested that Brugges in Brussels was well worth a visit. So, in the name of chocolate we ventured out on the hour long train trip to Brugges which is the most quaint picturesque medieval town with the added bonus of hosting some 53 chocolate shops! We were overwhelmedwith the long list of chocolate shops so we made a selective choice … Continue reading Chocolates galore in Brugges
It would be impossible to stroll the pavements of Brussels without being tempted by the irresistible magnetism of the very beautiful window displays. Following a little cobble road from the Grand Place the Mannekin Pis can be found. This little iconic statue has earned a reputation for being very small – many of the locals warning of this at the very mention of the statue. He is in fact … Continue reading More Belgian Chocolate
As we posted yesterday, chocolate shops in the Grand Place of Brussels abound – some may say more than anyone could possibly need. There is in fact a crush of small and big name chocolate shops. Exploring chocolate shops with the locals however, many recommend a walking trip to the Sablon. Definitely worth the walk from central Brussels, this quaint rather up market strip of … Continue reading Belgian Chocolate Secrets Hidden in Brussels
Belgium is the home of chocolate. Brussels, the capital city has lovely winding streets that are literally full of chocolate shops. The Grand Place is the central meeting place for everyone – perhaps everyone that is a tourist! It is surrounded by beautiful old architectural buildings including the house famed to be lived in by writer Victor Hugo. The Grand Place too, is packed with … Continue reading Belgian Chocolate
Delightful Belgian Chocolate Roses and Butterflies hand made here at our Dello Mano Kitchen yesterday. They look absolutely beautiful on one of our Brownie Cakes. Looks great – Tastes Fantastic! Continue reading Chocolate moulded roses @dellomano
