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Chocolate tours in several cities
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jamie Blache Apr 13, 2010. 14 Replies 0 Likes
I am on an assignment and will travel to Ann Arbor, New York, Boston/Cambridge, San Francisco, Portland. I am soliciting advices on chocolate/dessert spots to visit. Thanks a lot.
Water Ganaches
Started this discussion. Last reply by Mark J Sciscenti Feb 8, 2010. 6 Replies 0 Likes
I am looking to experiment with water ganaches. I am hoping to get some opinions, recepies, comments on the shelflife. I am thinking to make some Oolong tea truffles for my brother's Wedding. Cream…Continue
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Matt Caputo left a comment for Gary Shieh"Gary,
According to Alex Rast of SeventyPercent.com. Domori's Guasare won't be released for three years."
Matt Caputo left a comment for Gary Shieh"Gary,
We ship to California regularly and it is only two days ground to you. Therefore shipping is insanely cheap. I am planning on bringing most of Artisan du Chocolat's bars.
I was not aware Domori had a Guasare and am super pissed they did…"
Gary Shieh left a comment for Matt Caputo"Hi Matt,
Thanks for posting the article on how you are cultivating a population of fine chocolate lovers. I was told that you might be carrying chocolate from artisan du chocolat. What variety are you carrying? I am in L.A. I would love to get some…"
Gary Shieh commented on Artisan's blog post New Vietnam bar"Hi,
I have been trying to get your bars for awhile. Any chances of getting them in the U.S.?"
Jamie Blache replied to Gary Shieh's discussion Chocolate tours in several cities"If you make it to Ann Arbor, you must make a stop to Zingerman's Deli. They have a great Chocolate Lady, Duff, who can show you their outstanding retail department. They don't make their own candy but do make their own gelato and baked…"
Jamie Blache replied to Gary Shieh's discussion Chocolate tours in several cities"Love, love, love Recchiutti! I met Michael at one of the NY Chocolate Shows and he was so nice and down to earth too."
Denise Fontaine Kelce replied to Gary Shieh's discussion Chocolate tours in several cities"Hi Clay,
I know you said Portland ,but Seattle isn't that far...
I am a Chocolatier with Dove Chocolate Discoveries (TM) in the Seattle area which is great chocolate ,but there are some other amazing chocolate makers here like...
Seattle…"
Danielle replied to Gary Shieh's discussion Chocolate tours in several cities"Sure Clay, sorry...kind of an extensive list.
San Francisco:
Cocoa Bella
Recchiutti
Scharffenberger/Joseph Schmidt (Pier 1)
Tcho (Pier 17...walked by...wasn't open)
Candy Shop on Pier 39 near the back - can't remember the name...mainly…"
Clay Gordon replied to Gary Shieh's discussion Chocolate tours in several cities"Danielle:
The whole idea of a discussion like this is that this information is public and shared. So I would
appreciate your sharing it and not asking people to e-mail/message you and keep it private.
:: Clay"
Danielle replied to Gary Shieh's discussion Chocolate tours in several cities"Hi Gary-
I have created my own chocolate tours of San Francisco, Los Angeles and Chicago....depending upon how long you have and whether you are renting a car, I can definately suggest some locations for you to visit. Email me if you would like and…"
Valerie replied to Gary Shieh's discussion Chocolate tours in several cities"I'd be happy to speak with you. You can reach me at vconyngham@gmail.com."
Scott replied to Gary Shieh's discussion Chocolate tours in several cities"Some Portland chocolate highlights --
- Chocosphere (the dominant mail order lifeline for serious consumers nationwide).
- Cacao (for quality of the selection and knowledge level of the staff, the best chocolate retailer I've seen).
- Sahagun…"
Gary Shieh replied to Gary Shieh's discussion Chocolate tours in several cities"Hi,
I am in Boston now. Thanks for the suggestions. If there is a chance I hope to talk to you personally. I have sent you friend request. Maybe we can chat a bit more. Thanks."
Mark J Sciscenti replied to Gary Shieh's discussion Chocolate tours in several cities"In Portland OR, go to Alma Chocolates. Sarah Hart is the owner. She can be contacted via this website or hers."
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My Vancouver chocolate tour
Posted on February 6, 2010 at 3:30pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
I was visiting families and friends this past holiday season and I had the chance to check out several chocolate shops in town. The chocolate scene in Vancouver is definitely booming. New stores and more convenient branch locations for some famous names are blooming to the excitement of the coming Winter Olympics/ Valentine’s Day combo. Although I wouldn’t advise anyone to go for a Vancouver chocolate tour during the Games unless that’s what they are also there for, the huge infrastructure… Continue
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 1:01am on June 25, 2010, Matt Caputo said…
- Gary,
According to Alex Rast of SeventyPercent.com. Domori's Guasare won't be released for three years.
- At 12:56am on June 25, 2010, Matt Caputo said…
- Gary,
Give me your email please.
Thanks,
Matt
- At 12:55am on June 25, 2010, Matt Caputo said…
- Gary,
We ship to California regularly and it is only two days ground to you. Therefore shipping is insanely cheap. I am planning on bringing most of Artisan du Chocolat's bars.
I was not aware Domori had a Guasare and am super pissed they did not tell me about it. I just did an order. F^*K!!!!!!!! I am not interested in Hotel Chocolate.
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