Tag: gourmet food
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This advent calendar is what is preoccupying my mind
I am one of the grinches who grumbles at each airing of a Christmas themed ad before November. And yet, I’ve got advent calendars on my mind. In particular, I am especially moved by the offering by Dandelion Chocolates. The San Francisco based chocolatiers have put together a beautiful offering based on the solar system.…
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Fond memories of Le Jardinier
Two years ago, I found myself in New York City in the fall. It was a work trip, but I decided to make the best of my visit. I decided to eat well, even if I had to eat alone. I wandered down the streets and decided to head into Le Jardinier. To be honest,…
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Can’t get knefah copycats
I had a little taste of the famous “Dubai” Chocolate bar from FIX Chocolatiers while I was in Austin for SXSW. Or rather, it was the “Can’t get knefah of it.” I enjoyed the crunch of the knafeh, but I didn’t have my life changed to the point of wanting to pay $20 plus shipping…
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This San Francisco chocolate tourist site is way overrated. Here is where I’d tell you to go instead.
The Ghiradelli Chocolate Experience. I had such high expectations, but alas it is not accurately named. Granted, you might be able to find more flavors of chocolates for sale than in your local store, but to call it an “experience” was a bit much. Unless by you talking about the experience of long lines and…
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Hear me out. You need to add The South Slope Cheese Co. to your Asheville itinerary
The South Slope Cheese Co. in Asheville, North Carolina is now probably on the list of my wallet’s most horrifying nightmares. I cannot be trusted in any grocery store, let alone a specialty one. But pardon me, it is not a cheese shop; it is a fromagerie. They sell a selection of not just award-winning…
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