For the Love of Chocolate It’s that time of year again – what are YOU planning for Valentine’s day? There are a few failsafe ideas that work for almost everyone. A single red rose (or a bouquet if you are feeling flush). Champagne. And, Valentines chocolate of course. I’m always happy to give or receive […]
A Year of Chocolate – Boutique Hotels and More
Exploring the World’s Best Chocolate and Cacao. While I’d love to claim that I’ve spent the last year climbing mountains, diving for hidden treasure or zip-lining across the jungle, 2018 for me has definitely been a year in which I’ve indulged one of my greatest passions – chocolate. Not intentionally, you understand. It’s just happened […]
Hotel Chocolat Chocs to Chill Sleekster
Summer in the City with Hotel Chocolat So far this has been a long, hot summer. And, for most of us, that means avoiding cooking – even at the expense of those delicious chocolate desserts we all crave. You’ll be pleased to know that Hotel Chocolat has the perfect solution in the form of a […]
Beyond the Beach – Three Unique St Lucia Experiences
Three Things to Try in St Lucia: It’s all too easy when you arrive in somewhere like St Lucia to just stay put. Stunning beaches, crystal clear waters and elegant resorts are just so tempting. But, this pretty Caribbean island has a lot more to offer. Can I tempt you with chocolate perhaps? St Lucia […]
Hotel Chocolat – Deliciously Fun and a Little Luxurious
The Story of Hotel Chocolat – an Innovative Chocolate Brand for all. I’ve long been a fan of Hotel Chocolat. I first came across their products when one of my brothers, knowing my love for great chocolate, bought me a subscription to their chocolate tasting boxes way back in 2005 or so. Of course, that […]
The Milk Free Milk Chocolate Egg and More – Hotel Chocolat Easter
Hotel Chocolat Easter Fest: This must be the worst time of year to try and stick to a diet. The shops are FULL of Easter goodies and even if you are strong willed enough not to actually break into your Easter egg before the bank holiday weekend, if you are anything like me it will […]