Interview with CUO’s own Bryn Kirk
October 9, 2015
We'll get right to it in this post, as there's quite a bit of content.
In an exclusive interview, I asked our own chocolate expert and head of CUO's online chocolate classes, Bryn Kirk, 12 interesting questions about chocolate!
Chocolate Vanilla Chip Biscotti Recipe
October 7, 2015
Autumn has lovely weather for enjoying some espresso and biscotti. Like peanut butter and jam, some things simply pair well together.
You can curl up with a fall-festive plaid blanket and delight in this tasty biscotti recipe.
Backwards from the tradition of added chocolate chips, this recipe melds a cocoa base with vanilla chips for a unique and comforting taste.
Perfect with your favorite cup o' Joe!
Cascadian Farm® Organic Crunchy Oats & Cocoa Granola Bar
October 5, 2015
Cascadian Farm is a real place.
It was started by Gene Kahn 40 years ago. According to their website, “Gene wanted to go back to the land and farm in a way that would not harm the natural beauty of the earth or her inhabitants. So he set out to farm organically on a little stretch of land next to the Skagit River in the Cascade Mountains of Washington.”
Traditions of Warm Drinking Chocolate
October 2, 2015
Hot chocolate is as strong and long-standing a tradition as any. In fact, it's been a tradition since Aztec times.
This beverage is far from being just a kid's drink. It has been the choice drink of rulers, warriors, and explorers for centuries.
Death by Chocolate Cake Recipe
September 30, 2015
I can't imagine another scenario where the reader of "death by..." is delighted to hear the end of that sentence.
This observation alone tells us so much about the power of chocolate in our lives!
If the question is death by chocolate cake, anyone? It's all "jolly good!" And, "I'll have two!"
Joking aside, what better dessert to serve for your Halloween party guests!
Guittard L’Harmonie Semisweet Chocolate
September 28, 2015
Guittard chocolate company is based out of California, started in San Francisco by Etienne Guittard in the mid-1800s.
According to their website, www.guittard.com, Guittard left Tournus, France, hoping to strike it rich during the California Gold Rush. He brought chocolate from his uncle’s factory to trade for supplies but soon had the wealthy miners paying for it.
12 Perfect Chocolate and Pumpkin Recipes
September 25, 2015
It's Autumn, or for us here in the U.S. it's "fall", because leaves fall down. 😉
But all joking aside, isn't it just the loveliest time of year? This is my favorite season, mainly because I get to break out my cozy sweaters and tall boots...
Bavarian Spice Chocolate Cake Recipe for German Unity Day
September 23, 2015
The Day of German Unity (Tag der Deutschen Einheit) is officially celebrated on October 3rd, and has been a German national holiday since 1990, when the reunification of East and West Germany was formally completed.
To help celebrate from afar, test out this Bavarian spiced chocolate cake recipe on family and friends. After all, Germany is responsible for many of the things we enjoy here in the U.S. - Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, BMW, Siemens, Jägermeister, Hugo Boss, and the list goes on.
Clif Organic Trail Mix Bar: Dark Chocolate Almond Sea Salt
September 21, 2015
CLIF® Organic Trail Mix Bars are certified USDA organic. The Dark Chocolate Almond Sea Salt bar is also gluten free and low glycemic.
According to their website, this particular trail mix bar “is a great tasting snack made with wholesome, organic ingredients. These bars are bursting with organic fruit, roasted nuts and delicious dark chocolate”. (You can get a 12-pack here.)
That sounds really good, but I’ve fallen for well-written marketing fluff before. What I really want to know is, does it taste good?
Chocolate Beers to Taste and Love
September 18, 2015
Is there really anything that doesn't taste better with chocolate?
Beer is no different.
Inspired by our German friends, here's to a happy choc-toberfest! Who's with me?!