Joe’s Journey
San Diego, CA: Eclipse Chocolat (EXPLORED)
Sooo Goood! There is so much to write about here. One of the true Gems of house made chocolate shops in America. This sensational hot chocolate has few true rivals. The vanilla bean marshmallows were a great added touch. Also tried the balsamic pink peppercorn truffles- fantastic!
Continue ReadingSan Diego, CA: Chocolat (EXPLORED)
Hungry for lunch and found this unusual option at Hillcrest’s Chocolat bistro. Homemade Cacao ravioli filled with Ricotta & mashed potatoes topped w/ porcini cream mushroom sauce. Shaves of dark chocolate melted on the plate added just the right flavor hint of my favorite ingredient. Strangely good! Levitra
Continue ReadingSan Diego, CA: Uncle Biff’s Killer Cookies (EXPLORED)
This is a real cookie store w/ a “killer” cookie. Been here for years and still puts out the best cookies for miles around. Always hot and fresh- ask for Paul and Thanh for advise be the right cookie for you! Mine had semi-sweet + white chips, pecans and walnuts.
Continue ReadingSan Diego, CA: Extraordinary Desserts (EXPLORED)
Maybe the most beautiful Bundt I have ever seen and one of the best tasting too.
Continue ReadingSan Diego, CA: Chocolat Cremerie (EXPLORED)
So sweet, creamy and good. Just the right amount if Nutella and cream mix.
Continue ReadingCosta Mesa, CA: Vie de France (EXPLORED)
Such a wonderful flavor- the combination of #chocolate w/ Almond!
Continue ReadingCosta Mesa, CA: Champagne French Bakery Cafe (EXPLORED)
Cool “lite” but “big” find at base of Bridge of Gardens. Awesome snack!
Continue ReadingManhattan Beach, CA: Cake Bakeshop (EXPLORED)
A very special signature cookie from baker extraordinaire Laura. A soft chocolate cookie w/ roasted marshmallow and chocolate icing top. Also try the exceptional Oreo cookie + the S’more brownie!
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