My birthday was on the 9th of December and my wonderful friend Philippe bought me the Vosges collection that I have always dreamed of! The Collezione Italiana, with the famous rooster truffle with tallegio cheese, a white chocolate truffle with olive oil and dried olives garnished on top, a balsamic vinegar truffle and other such foodie delights. I will have to admit I scarfed them down before I could do a proper tasting, with notes and careful capturing of flavors, but it was a little intimidating anyway because the flavors were so varied and intense. This is less chocolate and more chocolate as a vehicle for far-flung flavor destinations. Bottom line: worth the 50 something dollars for the 16 piece collection. Unforgettable.
I have also tasted the Chocolove Fruitcake! Which was surprisingly delicious. A conglomeration of nuts, dried fruit, and cinnamon. In cake, its not so great. In chocolate, it was interesting and exciting- it keeps the tastebuds hopping! Savor this with hot chocolate to get in the holiday mood :D
Their description: Limited Edition Chocolove Holiday Bar is a blend of sweet currants, tart cherries, zesty orange, spicy ginger, and a mix of crunchy pecans, walnuts and hazelnuts enrobed in smooth dark chocolate
The Theo Nutcracker Toffee was also good, but less flavorful. Very earthy notes, dark dark chocolate with coffee tasting nuts. It is a holiday edition bar, but it tasted like thanksgiving to me....
I have been dying to make some pine-flavored truffles, so I may be making some soon! And since I am getting a camera today (late b-day present) I will be able to photograph my chocolate adventures!
More chocolatey goodness to come!
Enjoy the holiday season- all the sights, sounds, and flavors.
Love,
Sondra
