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Have you read “The Chocolate Conspiracy” by New York Magazine’s journalist Rachel Handler? My first thought was “Finally! More people feel the way I do!” I grew up loving Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Snickers, Almond Joys, M&Ms, all of it. My mother allowed no sugar in the house, so I would try to find these treasures in whatever way I could. My best friend Kim’s mother would leave M&Ms in a big bowl in the living room. When I would sleep over, she would find me hiding in a corner of the room with both hands full of chocolate. I wished I could swim in this bowl of heaven, but not anymore. Chocolate from “the big brands” just don’t taste like they used to.

Chocolate and beer simply belong together. The two are fermented products with a delicate balance of sweet and bitter flavors, which can either complement or contrast each other depending on the specific beer and chocolate. The carbonation in beer acts as a natural palate cleanser, which resets your taste buds and prepares you for the next bite of chocolate.

Rosemary Whiskey Hot Chocolate is one of our favorite ways to stay warm during the colder seasons.

Chocolate and whiskey is one of those combos that you have to try at least once in your lifetime. Read more to find out what you're missing out on!

Rosemary is a common herb used in recipes and oils, that can be used dried, or even grown fresh in your backyard. This herb is native to the Mediterranean, and has been known, and proven, to have many medicinal properties. 

When done right, a pairing of coffee and chocolate can be a match made in heaven. Because of their similar flavor profiles, combining the two will make the chocolate taste richer, and the coffee smoother. Read about our favorite chocolate and coffee pairings here.