Perugina Dark Chocolate Limoncello

The Perugina sweetshop began in 1907, in Perugia Italy making sugared almonds.

In 1922, one of the co-founders, Luisa Spagnoli created a confection wrapped in a love note. She called it Baci, the Italian word for kisses. Baci confections are dark chocolate covered gianduia (a creamy chocolate hazelnut center) sprinkled with chopped hazelnuts and topped with a whole hazelnut. They are still wrapped in notes of affection, love and friendship.

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Will It Chocolate? Funny Video Friday!

Good morning, and Happy Friday from CUO!

As you know, we're all fun and games in the world of chocolate. Today, we bring you a video that has an extra dose of funny chocolate humor.

This video is a gem. It made me literally LOL!

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S'more Hot Chocolate Recipe CUO

Toasted S’mores Hot Chocolate Recipe

There are so many ways to enjoy hot chocolate. I bet you could do a 30-day challenge based on trying a different recipe every day!

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Of course, "the classic" is always comforting and tasty. It's my go-to for a late night snack in the colder months.

A steaming mug of hot cocoa perfectly satisfies my sweets craving enough so that I don't devour the whole cookie jar at 10pm. 

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Kashi Chocolate Almond and Sea Salt with Chia Chewy Granola Bar

The first thing I noticed about the Kashi Chocolate Almond and Sea Salt with Chia Chewy Granola Bar is they don’t skimp on the almonds!

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Detroit Largest Box of Chocolates CUO

World Record Box of Chocolate!

How long is the world’s longest box of chocolates?

Well, as of recent history, it’s 313 feet!

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White Russian Truffles CUO Recipe

White Russian Chocolate Truffles Recipe

As the year goes on and the weather gets colder, people grab a comfy sweater, and comforting foods.

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And, drinks! White Russians are one of those drinks that will warm you up on the coldest of days.

If you enjoy it as a cocktail, why not try it as a truffle!

This recipe has that Fall feeling of warmth and comfort.

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Guittard Soleil D’Or Milk Chocolate

The Guittard Soleil D’Or milk chocolate bar is made from Trinitario beans grown in South America.

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Interview CUO Chocolate Expert

Interview with CUO’s own Bryn Kirk

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!

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Chocolate Vanilla Chip Biscotti Recipe CUO

Chocolate Vanilla Chip Biscotti Recipe

Autumn has lovely weather for enjoying some espresso and biscotti. Like peanut butter and jam, some things simply pair well together.

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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!

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Cascadian Farm® Organic Crunchy Oats & Cocoa Granola Bar

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.”

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