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FLICKS adds flavors
I met James Tjerrild a few years ago at his first convention showing off the “new” Flicks Candy Company- what a nice guy! I remember this line of milk chocolate “wafer” candy from movie theaters in the ’70s. Now they are back and have added some new items: Milk and Dark Non-Pareils wafers and Flickettes Baking Chips. […]
Continue ReadingChicago Hot Chocolate 5K–Running Down a Dream!
Running Down a Dream!! In the movie theater, when Forrest Gump said, “Life is like a box of Chocolates”, I got a chill. Even then, I knew it was a great line but at the time really didn’t contemplate just how much that comment was meant for and about me! Much of my life is […]
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The ‘Triple Double’ is on the way!
I love the Oreo. My kids love the Oreo. Our Cookie Jar is filled with Oreos 365 days a year. My Dog is named Oreo. We have tried every form and flavor but now Nabisco may have topped it all. Rumors abound that the Triple Double will arrive at the local stores this summer. Three […]
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Online: Chocomize- Really Terrific Custom Chocolate Bars
Apology: I did this interview in November and just realized it did not post. My thanks to the guys at Chocomize for indulging my visit, answering my questions and showing me around their facility. I really like Chocomize! The idea of creating your own bar from premium ingredients is a dream come true. I had […]
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Addison, Tx: J. Dorian Chocolatier
It is with great sadness that I must report my friend and great chocolatier J. Dorian has decided to close shop, effective immediately. Dorian, don’t stay retired to long…. Going, Going, Going, Now GONE! RIP!
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Creme Egg or Nesteggs? – that is the question.
Easter already? My local grocery store, Tom Thumb (Safeway) has just put out some of my favorite once-a-year treats, including Nestle Crunch NestEggs and Cadbury mini Creme Eggs. This brings on the annual tug-a-war that I have with myself. I love Nestle Crunch bars and the consistency of a smaller thicker Nestegg version seems […]
Continue ReadingEMC video blogs & a new website are on the way….
I am so excited to announce a new way to deliver info to my avid followers: video blogs. The EMC team has been working hard to put together video clips of our recent visit to the Fancy Food Show in San Francisco. We also toured and interviewed several important chocolatiers and chocolate store owners while […]
Continue ReadingTV: Food Network- “Covered in Chocolate” weekend
Food Network TV shows will have lots of chocolate segments to enjoy Saturday, February 5th and Sunday, February 6th: 5 Ingredient Fix: Saturday, February 5th at 9:30am, “My Fave Classics” Chocolate Soufflé. Paula’s Best Dishes: Saturday, February 5th at 10am, “Always Room for Chocolate”Milk Chocolate and Almond Brickle, Chocolate Explosion Cheesecake and Chocolate Cream […]
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