The Cacao Nibbler

april 2012

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CHOCO-QUOTE OF THE MONTH

“This Easter I had been hoping for a Lindt rabbit, but all I got was this dust bunny.” ~Joan Freed, local entertainer.

GO CHOCOLATING

Hope the spring season has gotten off to a great start and that you are taking time to enjoy the gorgeous flowers and the other seasonal delights. Chocolate Tasting & More provides indoor chocolate tastings, neighborhood chocolate walks (Lake Oswego, Downtown Portland and The Pearl/West End), and a Sweet & Savory Food Tour (Vancouver, WA) from mid-March through early December. Our new 2012 “chocolating” season is off and running. Last month we had nine chocolate lovers join us in Lake Oswego. We’d love have you experience one of our programs this coming year.

DOWNTOWN PORTLAND WALK

April can also be a “taxing” month, that’s for sure. So take a delicious break and join us as we explore the sweetest nooks and crannies in Downtown Portland on Sunday, April 29th from 1-4:30 pm. We’ll be visiting obvious and more hidden chocolate gems in the heart of the Metro. Secure your spot by clicking on this link. Can't make it this date? Then contact us to set up your own deliciously memorable adventure for your company employees, clients, or your closest chocolate-loving friends.

VIDEO OF THE MONTH

You may have come across novelty chocolate “LPs” at some point. Yet have you ever heard about an edible and playable single? That is what one pastry chef in Fife, Scotland has done to help promote a local band. Check out our blog post to see how he accomplished this feat. So, I guess you can now have your music and eat it, too!

VANCOUVER FOOD WALK

This year’s first Downtown Vancouver Sweet and Savory Walking Food Tour will take place on Saturday, May 19, from 2-5:30 pm. Participants will walk and eat their way through this historic neighborhood to a minimum of six locations offering an array of ethnic and chocolate delicacies. Find more information and register for this popular and enjoyable experience here.

PERFECTLY PORTLAND

Visit 52 Perfect Days to discover “52 Ways to Enjoy Chocolate In & Around Portland.” Chocolate Tasting & More would like to thank this informative site for the opportunity to compile a sampling of some of the wonderful chocolate being created and enjoyed all around the Portland Metro. We also appreciate them for helping spread the word about our programs.

WORD OF THE MONTH

Lindor is the name given to the smoothest chocolate created by the chocolatiers at the Swiss company Lindt. It consists of a silky smooth interior covered with a thin shell and was first produced as a tablet in 1949. In 1967 the more familiar balls were introduced. They were so popular that in 1969 they became a regular in the Lindt product line. Lindor continues to be the company’s most popular item and is currently sold in more than 100 countries. For more info on this historic company and the Lindt Easter Bunny mentioned in this month’s quote, see this creative link.

 

 
 

ON THE SILVER SCREEN

The French film, Romantics Anonymous, made its American debut in New York City last fall. It’s about two very shy chocolate lovers- a chocolatier and a chocolate factory owner. Screen International said it was an “Absolutely delicious confection packed with bittersweet humor and genuine charm." You can also view it via here.

ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS’ WEEK

Next week show them you value their contributions by giving a Chocolate Tasting & More Gift Certificate. Good for any publicly scheduled Neighborhood Chocolate Walk or Sweet & Savory Tour, they are valid 16 months from the date of purchase. Definitely the sweetest gift around!


CHOCOLATE PAVES THE WAY

3-D Printers have been getting a lot of press. This technology is very exciting and potentially empowering to a computer savvy individual. Watch this video to see how chocolate is helping make it possible for future non-edible creative endeavors.

WE’RE ON FACEBOOK

If you are into social networking, we encourage you to "Like" us and keep abreast of even more up-to-the-minute chocolate info, events, and happenings in Portland, the Northwest, and beyond. Thanks in advance for telling all the chocolate lovers in your life about our FB page.

SPECIAL THANKS

Chocolate Tasting & More is extremely grateful to all our wonderful program participants and supporting Metro businesses. The same goes to all newsletter subscribers, website visitors, and friends & family who take the time to read through The Cacao Nibbler. We wouldn't be here without you.

Make It a Great Month & May It Be Filled With Chocolate!

 

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