Bacon Chocolate Truffles, Vegan Pistachio Truffles, and adventures with friends!

Well first of all, it’s been awhile…

But school is crazy! And work! And life!

Yup.

I barely have time to sleep, much less blog about chocolate. (NOT of course, to undermine the importance of chocolate. I continue eating it faithfully whenever I can J )

But last weekend, I got a welcome respite from the craziness and had some chocolate eating and making adventures with a dear chocolate-loving friend, Marybeth.

We started out with a trip to the art museum where, after a wonderful tour, we bought exotic chocolate at the store. Marybeth bought a Theo Coconut Curry Milk Chocolate bar. Call it strange, but it is DELICIOUS! The curry surprises, even when expected, and there is a lot of coconut, but it is an intriguing and then addicting taste that you have to experience for yourself.

After another day of adventures, we made vegan pistachio truffles and chocolate chipotle bacon truffles.

So for you hippie-vegan-whole-foods type of people, I got you hooked up right here:

Link to the recipe: http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2013/12/27/pistachio-chocolate-truffles/?utm_source=explorer

Pictures of our version:

And for you chocolate AND meat lovers, why not have both? These turned out surprisingly good, though next time I think I’ll go with a little less chipotle chili powder and dark chocolate instead of “semi-sweet.”

Link to the recipe: http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/1028455/bacon-chipotle-chocolate-truffles-recipe

Picture of our version:

My only apology is that the pictures are not clearer L My camera hasn’t been working so we had to use my friend’s iphone.

Until next time, remember to savor life as much as you savor chocolate! Every tiny moment and little joy makes your life a tapestry of happiness. Don’t miss out by wanting more than you have.

Love,

Sondra