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Chocolate Bytes: For the Love of Chocolate

Archive for January 2008

January 24th, 2008

Chocolate and Valentine’s Day

I’ve often wondered why some holidays lead the pack for chocolate consumption while others aren’t even on the radar. Of course, Valentine’s Day comes out on top, but why?
Since the days of the Aztecs chocolate has been used as a gift. Chocolate is more than food, it not only fills your belly but also makes […]

By Heather -- 1 comment

January 23rd, 2008

Celebrate National Pie Day with a Chocolate Pie

Happy National Pie Day! Yes, really!
Created by the American Pie Council, National Pie Day is dedicated to the celebration of pie. As part of our American heritage, this day is a perfect opportunity to pass on the love and enjoyment of pie eating and pie making to future generations.
To celebrate National Pie Day, share the […]

By Heather -- 6 comments

January 22nd, 2008

Win A Valentine’s Chocolate Gift!

Win a luxury chocolate gift for a loved one this Valentine’s Day!
Because we all need a little luxury once in a while, Chocolate Bytes has teamed up with Hotel Chocolat to offer you the chance to win a selection of decadent chocolates from Hotel Chocolat’s Valentine’s Day for a loved one.
To enter, click here and […]

By Heather -- 8 comments

January 21st, 2008

Chocolate and Amazon - My Kind of Heaven

Did you know Amazon has an entire Gourmet Chocolate section in their grocery area? Somehow, I didn’t either. Imagine ordering a box of chocolate (or three) and a couple of books at the same time and having them all delivered right to your doorstep. That’s my idea of heaven.
They’ve got chocolate assortments, milk chocolate, and […]

By Heather -- 4 comments

January 21st, 2008

Creamy Chocolate Fudge

My grandpa used to make amazing fudge when we’d go to visit, but no one can seem to find his original recipe now. This is the closest I’ve come to finding a copy:
Creamy Chocolate Fudge
1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme
1 1/2 cups white sugar
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk chocolate chips
1 […]

By Heather -- 0 comments

January 18th, 2008

Chocolate Around the Channel

Chocolate is always a popular topic around the Lifestyles Channel! I’ve rounded up a bunch of links from the past week or so - make sure you stop by!
~ Arieanna at Cooking Gadgets has a Valentine’s Day Cupcake Kit, and the Serendipity Frozen Hot Chocolate Kit.
~ Tom at Noodles and Rice writes about Choco Pies […]

By Heather -- 2 comments