| Blossom |
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Garnished with a crystallized violet petal. The rich dark chocolate center is delicately flavored with lemon zest, a touch of ginger, and a hint of saffron then encased in a dark chocolate coverture. |
| Champagne |
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Brushed with a sparkle of edible gold dust. The rich dark chocolate center is flavored with a burst of Champagne. Sweet and refined, this truffle is enrobed in a creamy, smooth dark chocolate. |
| Velvet Sin |
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Drizzled with dark chocolate strings. The creamy ganache center is a blend of four European dark chocolates with no added flavoring. This truffle is our ultimate dark chocolate experience. |
| Wine and Roses |
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Embellished with a crystallized rose petal. The rich full flavored dark chocolate ganache is infused with a full bodied French red wine and an essence of rose then covered in a flavorful dark chocola |
| French Velvet |
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Topped with a pearl of dark French chocolate. A delicate blend of two European milk chocolates enveloped in a third premium milk chocolate provide an outstandingly smooth melt in your mouth taste sen |
| Mocha Magic |
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Drizzled with cross hatched dark chocolate strings. A milk chocolate ganache center imbued with the rich flavor of finely ground espresso beans and covered in milk chocolate. |
| Sweet Tea |
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Drizzled with cross hatched milk chocolate strings. A milk chocolate ganache is infused with an organic black tea and essence of bergamot then dipped in a semisweet chocolate blend. A refreshing and |
| Hazelnut Gianduia |
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Garnished with a hazelnut. A creamy smooth blend of milk chocolate and hazelnuts, made in the Italian manner. An unforgettable flavor. |
| Dragon's Sigh |
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Sprinkled with white and black sesame seeds. Enrobed in a creamy smooth dark chocolate couverture, the full flavored dark chocolate center will tickle your tongue with a light taste of Wasabi. |
| Ancient Pleasures |
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Dusted with cayenne and cocoa powder and encased in a dark chocolate coverture. You first experience a lip taste of cayenne, then a rich, full mouth chocolate flavor. A subtle taste of cayenne tingle |
| Key Lime Pie |
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Drizzled with green chocolate strings. This all white chocolate truffle is infused with fresh squeezed lime juice and rests on a graham cracker crust. A light tropical flavor awaits. |
| Lemon Heaven |
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A white truffle sprinkled with lemon zest. White chocolate ganache infused with a full natural lemon flavor. Shrouded in white chocolate. |
| African Queen |
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Finished with a leopard print pattern. A crispy hazelnut wafer is topped with a creamy caramel ganache and enrobed in dark chocolate. A delicious contrast of textures that incorporates a single origi |
| Golden Pecan |
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Topped with a sugared pecan piece. European milk chocolates, brown butter, and finely chopped pecans combine to create a delicately nutty flavor with universal appeal. |
| After Midnight |
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Decorated with a dark chocolate curly cue, this is our darkest truffle offering. A blend of four high cocoa content chocolates featuring a single origin chocolate from Madagascar dipped in a special |
| Diamond Griottine |
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Diamond faceted and dusted with silver powder. A dark chocolate shell is filled with a white chocolate ganache and a brandied cherry imported from France. A delicacy that you'll want to eat all in on |
| Mountain Sunrise |
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Sprinkled with orange zest. A blend of European dark chocolates is enhanced with a bright citrus flavor and dipped in dark chocolate. A classic combination. |
| Chai Moon |
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White chocolate shell dusted with cinnamon and cocoa powder. A milk chocolate center is infused with the main spices of Chai Tea, an Indian tradition. You experience the flavors of cinnamon, cloves, |
| Midsummer's Dream |
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Finished with a white chocolate offset cross hatch. A white chocolate ganache center is delicately infused with lavender, locally produced honey, and a hint of lemon. Dipped in a special 65% dark cho |
| Peanut Panache |
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A peanut set in a dollop of dark chocolate A crispy peanut wafer is topped with a subtle peanut butter milk chocolate ganache. A marriage of peanut and chocolate that allows each flavor to shine. Red |
| Entice Mint |
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Entice Mint: A rich dark chocolate ganache is infused with fresh mint and dipped in an extra dark shell. Garnished with a hand piped milk chocolate leaf. |
| Raspberry |
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Drizzled with milk chocolate strings. Rich dark chocolate is coupled with the fruity sweetness of a French raspberry liqueur then encased in a dark chocolate shell. |
| Bittersweet |
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Topped with a swirl. The rich dark bittersweet chocolate center shines on its own without any added flavors. Encased in a dark chocolate shell, this truffle is the essence of chocolaty goodness.. |
| Kahlúa |
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Dipped in rich dark chocolate and drizzled with white chocolate strings. A dark chocolate treat enhanced with the subtle coffee flavor of Kahlúa liqueur. |
| Milk |
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Topped with a swirl. Pure milk chocolate ganache is covered in a layer of creamy milk chocolate. |
| Milk Pecan |
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Topped with milk chocolate strings and a pecan garnish. A creamy milk chocolate center is laced throughout with bits of fresh pecan. Dipped in milk chocolate. |
| Kahlúa and Cream |
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White Chocolate drizzled with dark chocolate strings. A rich dark chocolate center is flavored with Kahlúa, a coffee liqueur, and dipped in a white chocolate shell. |
| Amaretto |
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Topped with an almond garnish and dark chocolate strings. The creamy dark chocolate center is flavored with the nutty sweetness of Amaretto and enrobed in a rich dark chocolate shell. |
| Semi-Sweet |
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Drizzled with dark chocolate strings. The rich, flavorful semi-sweet center has a true chocolate taste that stands alone. Enrobed in a dark chocolate shell, this truffle is slightly sweeter than the |
| Triple Chocolate |
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Drizzled with dark and milk chocolate strings. Rich dark bittersweet chocolate center is dipped first in semi-sweet chocolate then in milk chocolate. A truly triple chocolate experience. |
| Milk Mint |
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Drizzled with white chocolate strings. The creamy sweetness of the milk chocolate center is flavored with a wonderful, minty zest. Enrobed in a milk chocolate shell. |
| Irish Cream |
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Drizzled with milk and white chocolate strings. This milk chocolate truffle is accented by the subtle nutty sweetness of Irish Cream liqueur and dipped in a milk chocolate shell. |
| Milk Coconut |
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Topped with shredded coconut. A creamy milk chocolate center infused with fresh coconut and laced with toasted coconut. Enrobed in a shell of milk chocolate, this is a coconut lover's dream. |
| Deluxe Assortment |
$27.95 |
A twelve-piece selection of our most classic European style chocolates. Each deluxe assortment contains two each of our America's Best Truffles, Ecstasy Truffles, Diamond Griottines, Almond Caramel C |
| Classic Dark Chocolate Truffle Assortment |
$27.95 |
Indulge your dark desires with an assortment of all dark chocolate truffles featuring flavors from each of our three lines of truffles: Ecstasy, Ecstasy Elite, and America's Best Truffles. Showcasing |
| Ecstasy Elite Chocolate Truffles 12 Piece Box |
$28.95 |
Our sophisticated Ecstasy Elite Truffles series builds on a tradition of excellence and takes it to the next level with unique flavors, intriguing textures, and custom blended European chocolates. Th |
| Ecstasy Elite Chocolate Truffles 24 Piece Box |
$55.00 |
Our sophisticated Ecstasy Elite Truffles series builds on a tradition of excellence and takes it to the next level with unique flavors, intriguing textures, and custom blended European chocolates. Th |
| Ecstasy Truffles 12 Box |
$24.95 |
Enjoy a moment of ecstasy with Ecstasy Truffles, made with our own blend of fine European chocolate. They have a lighter center than the typical American truffle and are more complex and subtly flavo |
| Ecstasy Truffles 24 Box |
$48.00 |
Enjoy a moment of ecstasy with Ecstasy Truffles, made with our own blend of fine European chocolate. They have a lighter center than the typical American truffle and are more complex and subtly flavo |
| America's Best Chocolate Truffles 12 Piece Box |
$24.95 |
Rated in the America's Best series by the Los Angeles Times, our America's Best TrufflesTM are made in the Americans style, with a firmer center and more traditional flavors than our Ecstasy Truffles |
| America's Best Chocolate Truffles 24 Piece Box |
$48.00 |
Rated in the America's Best series by the Los Angeles Times, our America's Best Truffles™ are made in the Americans style, with a firmer center and more traditional flavors than our Ecstasy Truffles. |
| The Chocolate Fetish Sampler |
$35.95 |
A sampling of more than 20 pieces of Chocolate Fetish treats including Truffles, Caramels, Chocolate Fruits, Marshmallows, and Frogs. The perfect gift for any special occasion, featuring a variety of |
| The Chocolate Fetish Feast |
$55.00 |
A decadent collection of the best The Chocolate Fetish has to offer presented in an elegant four box tower. Features a selection of our Truffles alongside Sea Salt Caramels, Chocolate Covered Fruits, |
| The Chocolate Fetish Fantastic Feast |
$75.00 |
Looking for one of everything? A stunning tower of six boxes, the perfect gift to satisfy an army of chocoholics. A selection of classic Chocolate Fetish favorites including Truffles, Sea Salt Carame |
| Chocolate Caramels Assortment |
$29.95 |
The ultimate nutty, crunchy, chewy collection! A sampling of our most popular caramel products including Sea Salt Caramels, Frogs, and Almond Caramel Cups - 19 total pieces in our classic gold boxes |
| Sea Salt Caramels Assortment |
$27.95 |
The ultimate sweet and salty taste sensation. A premium 24 piece assortment of our signature sea salt caramels in milk and dark chocolates. Featuring an array of Sea Salts from around the world inclu |
| Frogs Assortment |
$26.95 |
A one-pound box of our premium handcrafted chocolate Frogs. Featuring freshly roasted nuts, delicious chewy caramel, and melt in your mouth chocolate. Each box is packed with about 12 to 14 of our cl |
| Rounds Assortment |
$24.95 |
Having a hard time settling on just one flavor? Our Rounds Assortment is perfect for you! Let us choose a selection of our most popular Rounds or choose the five Rounds you would like. Each Chocolate |
| European Style Sipping Chocolate Mix |
$12.95 |
Our popular European Style Sipping Chocolate is now available in a convenient mix at home package! European Sipping Chocolate is our version of hot cocoa made with freshly shaved dark chocolate and h |
| Sea Salt Caramels Assortment |
$27.95 |
The ultimate sweet and salty taste sensation. A premium 24 piece assortment of our signature sea salt caramels in milk and dark chocolates. Featuring an array of Sea Salts from around the world inclu |
| Caramels Assortment |
$29.95 |
The ultimate nutty, crunchy, chewy collection! A sampling of our most popular caramel products including Sea Salt Caramels, Frogs, and Almond Caramel Cups - 19 total pieces in our classic gold boxes |
| Habanero Sea Salt Caramels |
$11.95 |
Our Award Winning Habanero Sea Salt are the ultimate sweet, salty, and spicy taste sensation. Our rich buttery German style caramel is covered in our premium dark chocolate blend and then sprinkled w |
| Frogs Assortment |
$26.95 |
A one-pound box of our premium handcrafted chocolate Frogs. Featuring freshly roasted nuts, delicious chewy caramel, and melt in your mouth chocolate. Each box is packed with about 12 to 14 of our cl |
| Pecan Frogs |
$27.95 |
Freshly roasted Georgia pecans accompany chewy German style caramel and your choice of milk or dark chocolate. Each box contains a full pound of our hand made chocolate Frogs. |
| Pistachio Frogs |
$27.95 |
Featuring salted pistachios and chewy German style caramel in your choice of milk or dark chocolate. Our Pistachio Frogs take the classic Turtle® to the next level of delicious! Each box contains a f |
| Rounds Assortment |
$24.95 |
Having a hard time settling on just one flavor? Our Rounds Assortment is perfect for you! Let us choose a selection of our most popular Rounds or choose the five Rounds you would like. Each Chocolate |
| Solid Dark |
$24.95 |
Pure unadulterated dark chocolate - our premium 55% blend. Definitely dark without being dry, bitter, or waxy. |
| Solid White |
$24.95 |
The best quality white chocolate made with a high cocoa butter content. |
| Solid Milk |
$24.95 |
For those who don't want to mix their chocolate with anything extra, rich milk chocolate with a creamy flavor and a high cocoa butter content for an exceptional texture. |
| Peanut Butter Swirl |
$24.95 |
Delicious milk chocolate swirled with peanut butter chocolate. |
| Milk Raspberry |
$24.95 |
Milk chocolate topped with freeze dried raspberries. |
| Milk Almond |
$24.95 |
Milk chocolate studded with freshly roasted almonds. |
| Rocky Road |
$24.95 |
Milk chocolate teeming with marshmallows, pecans, and krispies. Classic & crunchy. |
| S'mores |
$24.95 |
An American chocolate classic. Milk chocolate with marshmallows and graham pieces, accented with strings of semisweet chocolate. |
| Bourbon Pecan |
$24.95 |
Milk chocolate sprinkled with Bourbon sugared Georgia pecan pieces. |
| Cookies n' Cream |
$24.95 |
Our pure white chocolate studded with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies. |
| Espresso |
$24.95 |
Dark Chocolate blended with finely ground espresso. A great anytime pick me up! |
| Dark Ginger |
$24.95 |
Dark chocolate sprinkled with crystallized ginger. Sweet with a hint of spice. |
| Dark Almond |
$24.95 |
Dark chocolate mingling with freshly roasted almonds - simply delicious. |
| Dark Almond Raspberry |
$24.95 |
Dark chocolate complimented by tart freeze dried raspberries and freshly roasted almonds. |
| Marbled Mint |
$24.95 |
Dark chocolate with a swirl of mint chocolate marbled on top. Beautiful, but not too beautiful to eat. |
| Dark Cranberry Walnut |
$24.95 |
Dark chocolate topped with dried cranberries and walnuts. |
| Chili Cocoa Nib |
$24.95 |
Dark chocolate blended with Pasilla and Ancho chilies and finely ground cocoa nibs. Rich chocolaty flavor accented with a build up of subtle heat. |
| Dark Toffee |
$24.95 |
Dark chocolate laced with chunks of our rich buttery toffee. |
| Hazelnut Crisp Truffle Bar |
$4.95 |
The Hazelnut Crisp bar is a luscious combination of velvety smooth milk chocolate ganache accented by a layer of Pailleté Feuilletine. Imported directly from France, Pailleté Feuilletine is a gourmet |
| Bee's Knees Truffle Bar |
$4.95 |
The Bee's Knees Bar features a blend of fine Belgian Chocolates accented with the delicate flavors of hazelnut and local honey. Two scrumptious layers of chocolate ganache are encased in our propriet |
| Ultimate Crunch Bar |
$4.95 |
In 2012 the Ultimate Crunch Bar was awarded a gold medal for Top Chocolate Bar and two bronze medals for Best Taste and Best Texture by The International Chocolate Salon and Taste TV. The Ultimate Cr |
| Special Blend Cranberry Pistachio Bar |
$3.95 |
Our proprietary blend of high cocoa content chocolates has a deeply satisfying rich chocolaty flavor. Incorporating chocolate from around the world, our 74% blend features single origin chocolate fro |
| Special Blend 74% Bar |
$1.95 |
Our proprietary blend of high cocoa content chocolates has a deeply satisfying rich chocolaty flavor. Incorporating chocolate from around the world, our 74% blend features single origin chocolate fro |
| Single Origin 65% Dark from Peru |
$1.95 |
An exotic single origin dark chocolate from beans grown in the Urubamba River Valley near Machu Picchu in Peru. A complex flavor with subtle floral and banana notes. This bar is a well-balanced dark |
| Single Origin 38% Milk from Hawaii |
$1.95 |
This delicious deep milk chocolate comes to us from a single plantation in Hawaii that uses traditional artisan methods to grind their premium cocoa beans. A delicious milk chocolate with a rich bala |
| Half Pound Dried Apricots |
$16.95 |
Extra fancy jumbo apricots from a family farm in the fertile Pacheco Valley of California are hand dipped in decadent milk or dark chocolate - a classic pairing! |
| Half Pound Dark Chocolate Crystallized Ginger |
$16.95 |
Moist chunks of high quality Australian ginger are drenched in our delicious dark chocolate. A delightfully stimulating treat. |
| Half Pound Dark Chocolate Candied Orange Peel |
$16.95 |
Fresh Valencia orange peels are candied to sweet perfection and dipped in our divine dark chocolate for a mouthwatering result. A classic and refreshing delicacy. |
| 8 Piece Coconut Domes |
$12.95 |
Our gourmet take on the classic Mounds® bar. Soft, shredded, sweetened coconut is covered in our premium dark or milk chocolate resulting in a satisfying chewy confection. |
| Chocolate High Heel Shoes Contemporary Patterns |
$32.95 |
Our classic chocolate high heel shoes feature an ever-evolving array of designs hand decorated by our talented chocolatiers. Each High Heel shoe weighs over 3/4 of a pound and is almost a regular wom |
| Chocolate High Heel Shoes Designer Animal Prints |
$34.95 |
The newest artistic creation to emerge from our team of highly talented chocolatiers is our Animal Print Chocolate High Heel Shoes. These chocolate shoes feature fanciful animal designs in a variety |
| Chocolate Cowboy Boots |
$34.95 |
These boots were made for... EATING! Our Chocolate Cowboy Boots are carefully decorated by hand with colored chocolates by our talented chocolatiers. In a variety of vibrant color patterns they may b |
| Hand Decorated Chocolate Easter Egg |
$15.95 |
A truly unique addition to any Easter celebration our Hand Decorated Chocolate Easter Eggs come in a variety of whimsical patterns. Each hollow egg is hand decorated using colored chocolates in a var |
| Peanut Butter Meltaway Egg |
$3.95 |
A delightfully decadent Easter treat our Peanut Butter Meltaway Eggs litterally melt in your mouth. Coated in a thin shell of our proprietary blend milk chocolate and decorated with brightly colored |
| Chocolate Cowboy Bunny |
$19.95 |
Our hand crafted Cownboy Bunny is sure to please the cowgirl or cowboy in your life. Our Cowboy Bunny stands 9.5" tall and wieghs 12 ounces. |
| Hand Decorated Chocolate Chick |
$5.95 |
Our hand decorated chocolate chicks add a touch of whimsy to your Easter celebration. Each hollow chick is lovingly hand decorated with colored chocolates. Measures 3" tall and weighs 2 oz. |
| Chocolate Motorcycle Bunny Family |
$15.95 |
No more hopping around for this family of bunnies! They're zooming off in a chocolate motorcycle complete with sidecar. Measures approximatly 5.5" tall and weighs 8.5oz. A unique addition to any East |
| Classic Chocolate Bunny |
$7.95 |
Our classic seated bunny is based on a traditional Victorian era mold. Available in your choice of milk, dark, or white chocolate. This hollow bunny measures approximatly 5.5" tall and weighs 6oz. |
| European Style Sipping Chocolate Mix |
$12.95 |
Our popular European Style Sipping Chocolate is now available in a convenient mix at home package! European Sipping Chocolate is our version of hot cocoa made with freshly shaved dark chocolate and h |
| Chocolate Mini-Round |
$1.25 |
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| Chocolate Mini-Round Finished with Bow |
$1.45 |
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| One-piece Favor Box Filled with a Chocolate Fetish Truffle |
$2.35 |
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| One-piece Favor Box Filled with Chocolate Caramel |
$1.75 |
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| "Fleur de Lis" One-piece Favor Box |
$2.95 |
filled with a Chocolate Fetish Truffle, by special order only. |
| Two-piece Favor Box |
$4.50 |
filled with two Chocolate Fetish Truffles. |
| Two-piece Favor Box |
$2.90 |
filled with two Chocolate Fetish Caramels. |
| Four-piece Favor Box |
$5.80 |
filled with two foil wrapped chocolate hearts and two Chocolate Fetish Truffles. |
| Making your clients happy is our business. |
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Whether you need a few chocolate gifts or a few hundred gifts, we are ready to help. When your customers taste the quality of our handmade artisan chocolates it will assert the notion that they are d |
| We can develop a custom box complete with your company's logo delivering a unique package that will impress your most discerning client. |
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Our friendly and knowledgeable sales staff makes partnering with The Chocolate Fetish for your corporate gifts easy and effortless. We can take care of everything from shipping to handwritten cards. |
| Our corporate gift program is individually tailored to your business. |
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We spend considerable time making sure the program will suit your requirements. Volume discounts may be available based on quantity. To get your program started please contact us today. |
| Three years of sampling a wide variety of chocolate from 49 states and around the world has shown us what's good. |
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The overall consensus was that the box from Chocolate Fetish was the 'best ever' and 'legendary'. The praise began with the packaging and the sheet describing the contents and continued through the a |
| A unique alternative to a traditional cake, a custom designed Chocolate Fetish Smash Cake is a perfect centerpiece to celebrate any special occasion. |
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A Smash Cake is a thin shell of chocolate that is smashed with a special hammer and the pieces shared with guests. Each cake can be filled with your choice of chocolates, from delicious caramels, to |
| Since each cake is custom designed we recommend placing your order at least three weeks prior to your event. |
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A small selection of Smash Cakes is available for immediate purchase in our store with limited customizing options. Prices start at $75 for our standard two-layer cake that will serve up to 20 people |
| Please note: due to their fragile nature, we cannot ship Smash Cakes. |
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A variety of chocolate cake toppers may be purchased separately, with prices starting at $35. We are able to ship many of our chocolate cake toppers. |
| Asheville, North Carolina is a city alive with the arts. |
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Painters, sculptors, musicians, and the like flock to Asheville to enjoy and be inspired by the beautiful natural setting and the creative energy that buzzes through the streets. We at The Chocolate |
| When you visit our store you will see displays containing some of the wilder expressions of chocolate art to come out of our kitchen. |
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The spotlight shines on centerpieces that are adorned with accents of the natural world. A variety of chocolate flowers from roses to calla lilies accent our custom designed Smash Cakes. Ribbons of s |
| "Is this all made of chocolate?" you wonder. |
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We answer with a resounding YES! Not only are all our chocolate sculptures, centerpieces, and Smash Cakes made entirely out of chocolate, they are made with the same high quality chocolate that we us |
| Custom designed chocolate showpieces, chocolate sculptures, and chocolate centerpieces can be created for any occasion. |
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Please give us a call today to set up your personal consultation. |
| Baking Chocolate |
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Baking chocolate is commonly referred to as unsweetened or bitter chocolate. Baking chocolate contains no sugar or milk solids, but is usually made with lecithin and vanilla. Baking chocolate is popu |
| Bittersweet Chocolate |
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Bittersweet Chocolate is very dark, with high chocolate liquor content, but ideally maintains a well-balanced flavor of strong chocolate and pleasant sweetness. Bittersweet Chocolate is a blend of ch |
| Bon-bon |
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The term bon-bon is used to refer to a range of small, usually bite sized candies often made primarily of chocolate. It can be used to refer to a variety of chocolates; everything from a caramel to a |
| Chocolate Bloom |
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Chocolate bloom is visible by whitish streaks or dots on the surface of the chocolate and can be the result of two things. One cause of chocolate bloom is chocolate that is allowed to get warm, allow |
| Chocolate Modeling Paste |
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Chocolate modeling paste is a combination of chocolate and vegetable oil or corn syrup. It is a pliable form of chocolate used to create decorations for cakes, centerpieces, and chocolate showpieces. |
| Chocolate Frog |
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A chocolate frog is our version of the classic Chocolate Turtle®. Traditionally, a Chocolate Turtle® was made with pecans, caramel, and milk chocolate. At The Chocolate Fetish, we offer our chocolate |
| Cocoa Butter |
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Cocoa butter is the fat of the cacao bean. Cocoa butter is separated from the cocoa liquor as the bean is broken down in processing and is later added back into the mixture to create chocolate, as we |
| Cocoa Powder |
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Cocoa powder is a direct product of the nib of the cacao bean. After the nib of the bean has been exposed, fermented, and roasted, it is ground, resulting in cocoa liquor. Cocoa liquor is processed f |
| Cocoa Liquor / Chocolate Liquor |
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Despite the name, chocolate liquor has nothing to do with alcohol. After roasting and hulling the cacao bean, the resulting nibs of the beans are ground into a dark paste called chocolate liquor. Thi |
| Conching |
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One of the last steps in chocolate production, gives chocolate it's smooth, consistent texture. In the conching process, the chocolate is heated while it is stirred and ground, then further mixed and |
| Chocolate Couverture |
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Chocolate couverture contains at least 32 percent cocoa butter, a higher percent than most chocolate. The high cocoa butter content gives couverture its shiny appearance, smooth texture, and thin con |
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Object believed to have magical powers. Object of unreasoning devotion or concern. |
| Ganache |
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Ganache is a French term referring to a smooth mixture of chocolate and cream. While many ganaches are made of chocolate, cream, butter, oil, and preservatives, Chocolate Fetish ganache is made only |
| Gianduia |
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Gianduia (pronounced: john-DOO-yah) is a creamy smooth mixture of chocolate and hazelnuts. Gianduia can be made with either milk or dark chocolate. The hazelnut flavor is subtle but unforgettable. Al |
| Lecithin |
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Lecithin is usually a soy-derived emulsifier added to chocolate during manufacturing to stabilize the fats in cocoa butter and keep them from congealing and separating. Lecithin also naturally occurs |
| Milk Chocolate |
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Milk Chocolate is a creamy, sweet blend of chocolate liquor, cocoa butter, sugar, and powdered milk solids, usually with the addition of vanilla and lecithin. Milk Chocolate contains less chocolate l |
| Nibs |
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Chocolate nibs are the center of the cacao bean and the base of all chocolate. After the outer shells of the individual beans have been removed, the nibs are roasted and ground. Nibs without the addi |
| Rocher |
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A Chocolate Fetish Rocher (pronounced: row-shay) is our version of a nut cluster. Finely chopped nuts (or coconut flakes) are laced throughout our premium chocolate. The word Rocher is taken from the |
| Semisweet Chocolate |
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Semisweet chocolate is a dark chocolate that balances bitter chocolate flavor with sugar's sweetness. Semisweet chocolate is produced by combining chocolate liquor, a small amount of sugar, cocoa but |
| Snap |
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Snap is a term commonly used to describe the feel and sound of breaking apart a piece of chocolate by hand or bite. Good chocolate breaks, to leave a clean edge and produces an audible cracking sound |
| Tempering |
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Tempering is a process of raising and lowering the temperature of chocolate to bring the cocoa butter to a stable, workable state. Cocoa butter contains four different crystalline structures, each wi |
| Tempering Machine |
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Though a decent temper can be obtained with a double boiler, a tempering machine is an essential piece of equipment used by Chocolatiers and home chocolate enthusiasts to create their ideal chocolate |
| Truffles |
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Chocolate truffles have a creamy, chocolate ganache center enrobed in a thin shell of chocolate couverture. This decadent combination of chocolate-on-chocolate and the melt-in-the-mouth ganache cente |
| White Chocolate |
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White chocolate is made from cocoa butter, sugar, milk solids, and usually vanilla and lecithin. White Chocolate is not categorized as chocolate by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration due to its la |
| Xocoatl |
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Xocoatl (pronounced: sho-KWA-til ) is the Aztec word describing a drink made from Cacao Beans and means "Bitter Water". We get the English word "Chocolate" phonetically from Xocoatl. |
| Before you bite, take a moment to look at the chocolate, since appearance can say many things about it. |
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Chocolate should be shiny and even its coloration. The surface of the chocolate should not show any whitish streaks, dots, cracks, or fog, as these aspects are indicative of "bloom" from bad storage |
| ext, experience the aroma of the chocolate. Good chocolate should have a rich, chocolaty, flavorful smell and should not be at all burned, smoky, or scentless. |
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The best chocolate will not give off any scent of chemicals or impure additives - if this is detectable, it is a good time to put the chocolate down and move on to the next sample. Flavored chocolate |
| The next step for testing is the break of the chocolate. |
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This part is referred to as the "snap". Chocolate should break clean and crisp, without crumbling or breaking into layers. Be certain the chocolate is at the correct temperature. Chocolate that is to |
| Now for the best part, taking your first bite! Break off a bit with your teeth and let it sit between your tongue and the roof of your mouth. |
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Move it around and observe the effects. The chocolate should begin to melt immediately with an even texture, as chocolate melts at human body temperature. The feeling of the chocolate in your mouth, |
| Aftertaste is the last quality to watch for when tasting chocolate. |
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A good chocolate will not disappear immediately, but will leave subtle and pleasant sensations in the mouth. The aftertaste of chocolate should not be too strong, burned, chalky, or too short. When s |
| If you choose to store your chocolate in the refrigerator remember that chocolate stored in the refrigerator will "sweat" |
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this means that a layer of moisture will form on the surface of the chocolate, and when cooled, stickiness will result. The temperature in a refrigerator is too low and humidity too high for ideal ch |
| Chocolate Rounds and other solid chocolates, if stored properly, can be kept for a few months with little degradation of taste and texture. |
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Chocolate Truffles, due to their fresh cream content, should be eaten within 7-10 days of purchase. Truffles from The Chocolate Fetish contain no preservatives, and therefore, careful attention shoul |
| Chocolate that is allowed to get warm will begin to melt, thus allowing the cocoa butter to rise to the surface, creating "bloom". |
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Chocolate bloom will be noted as white streaks or dots on the surface of the chocolate. Chocolate bloom does not affect the taste of the chocolate, but will alter the texture somewhat if not re-tempe |
| Wine and chocolate are not an easy match due to the inherent bitterness of each. |
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Chocolate tends to overpower most wine, killing the subtleties in flavor and bringing wine's bitter qualities to the forefront. A sweet chocolate paired with a less sweet wine will make the wine tast |
| As with food pairing, when paring wine with chocolate, match lighter flavored chocolates with lighter bodied wines and more intense flavored chocolates with more full-bodied wines. |
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"Lighter" chocolate doesn't refer to white or milk verses dark, but the overall flavor of the piece. For example, a delicate dark chocolate ganache can be lighter in flavor than a spicy or nutty milk |
| Dry wines match best with bitter chocolates while milk chocolate (and some dark) can be matched with wines that are slightly sweeter. |
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Milk chocolates go nicely with wines that have fruity qualities while white chocolates go well with lighter wines, perhaps with a citrus quality. |
| As with all things chocolate, it really comes down to personal preference and the joy of the experience. |
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If you like to drink wine with chocolate then be adventurous and follow these simple pairing rules: match like flavors with like and be sure to balance weights and textures. |
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Recommended Chocolate Fetish Product - Ecstasy Elite After Midnight Truffle, America's Best Bittersweet Truffle; Wine Pairing - Cabernet or Bordeaux. |
| Medium Dark |
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Recommended Chocolate Fetish Product - Ecstasy Velvet Sin Truffle, Ecstasy Dragon's Sigh Truffle; Wine Pairing - Zinfandel, Merlot, or Shiraz. |
| Smooth / Mild Dark |
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Recommended Chocolate Fetish Product - Ecstasy Champagne Truffle, Ecstasy Wine and Roses Truffle; Wine Pairing - Riesling or Port. |
| Milk |
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Recommended Chocolate Fetish Product - Ecstasy French Velvet Truffle, America's Best Milk Chocolate Truffle; Wine Pairing - Port, Sherry, or Dessert Wine. |
| Dark with spice / salt |
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Chocolate Fetish Product Pairing - Chili Cocoa Nib Round, Sea Salt Caramel; Style of Craft Beer, Characteristic Flavor - IPA with crisp hoppy bitterness. |
| Medium body dark chocolate |
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Chocolate Fetish Product Pairing - Ecstasy Ancient Pleasures Truffle; Style of Craft Beer, Characteristic Flavor - Pilsner. |
| Almonds + dark chocolate |
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Chocolate Fetish Product Pairing - Almond Caramel Cup; Style of Craft Beer, Characteristic Flavor - Brown Ale. |
| Milk chocolate with coffee |
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Chocolate Fetish Product Pairing - Ecstasy Mocha Magic Truffle; Style of Craft Beer, Characteristic Flavor - Oatmeal Stout. |
| Dark chocolate + spice |
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Chocolate Fetish Product Pairing - Crystallized Ginger in Dark Chocolate; Style of Craft Beer, Characteristic Flavor - Peach Lambic. |
| Dark chocolate |
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Chocolate Fetish Product Pairing - Ecstasy Velvet Sin Truffle, Ecstasy Elite After Midnight Truffle; Style of Craft Beer, Characteristic Flavor - Belgian Strong Ale. |
| Dark chocolate + citrus |
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Chocolate Fetish Product Pairing - Ecstasy Elite Mountain Sunrise Truffle; Style of Craft Beer, Characteristic Flavor - Belgian Triple. |
| When serving multiple beers start with the lightest flavor and move to the darker flavors. |
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| Do not serve the chocolate or beer fresh from the fridge |
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Let them come closer to room temperature to experience the full depth of flavor. |
| Experiment with tasting the beer first then tasting the chocolate, then do the reverse. |
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Due to the cleansing process of most beers you may be delightfully surprised at the flavor difference just by alternating the order in which you taste them. |
| Generally, when pairing beer and chocolate, you should keep sweet with sweet and tart with tart and try to keep the beer sweeter or tarter than the chocolate you are pairing it with. |
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However, it is also nice to experiment with contrasting flavors that can be complimentary. Stout beers tend to be the easiest to pair with often due to coffee and chocolate notes in their flavors. A |
| When paring any foods, we encourage you to seek out the recommendations of the experts AND be willing to experiment on your own. |
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Ultimately, any pairing is subjective; if it tastes good to you, then enjoy! |
