Coffee Chocolate Tarts
August 28, 2013
Planning a party and running out of food ideas? Or, do you want something to whip up for your friends who plan on coming over this weekend? This recipe will definitely be on for the books!
You can make use of metal pastry rings for the tarts placed on a baking tray lined with baking paper. You can buy them at kitchenware stores. You can also find chocolate short-crust pastry at specialty food stores and delicatessens.
Chocolate and Bones Could Be Life-Threatening For Your Dog
August 23, 2013
Before you give in to your beloved dog’s pleading eyes when he hints he wants a piece of the chocolate bar in your hand and some bones from the food you just ate, heed this warning: chocolate and bones can be harmful to your pet.
Truth be told, chocolate can be fatal to a dog. It depends on the size of the dog, as well as how much chocolate and what type of chocolate he eats. Also, bone splinters could get lodged into your dog’s throat and gastro-intestinal tract.
Chocolate is known to contain theobromine, a bitter, caffeine-related alkaloid. This can come with dangerous effects on the dog that gets to eat chocolate. Your pet may fall victim to a theobromine-caused condition known as chocolate toxicosis. He could die within hours.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Breakfast Banana Split
August 21, 2013
Chocolate and peanut butter? How can I say no?
Do you have kids and want to impress them? Whip this up and you’ll be hearing them sing your praises in no time!
With each decadent bite, you will feel like it’s so sinfully calorie-laden, but it's definitely not!
White Chocolate and Blueberry Pancakes
August 14, 2013
Nothing beats a hearty breakfast. You know what they say, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Who would want to skip breakfast if white chocolate and blueberry pancakes are served on the table?
With a delicious drizzle of maple syrup and your favorite cup of Joe (or tea) on the side, what more can you ask for? So much win!
Chocolate Scent Can Boost Bookstore Sales
August 9, 2013
Belgian researchers did a 10-day experiment at a general-interest chain bookstore which involved comparing the behavior of customers with and without the scent of chocolate. There were dispensers that released a scent of chocolate set in two different locations.
Researchers observed every fifth customer who came into the store, for a total of 201 customers. They were able to notice different “purchase-related” customer behaviors such as closely checking many different books, going over the summaries of books, hanging out in the store, speaking with and inquiring the staff.
Chili, Chocolate, and Beef Casserole
August 7, 2013
It may sound quite bizarre, but trust me, you'll love this recipe. It has an interesting mix of an extremely rich and heartening beef dish, accompanied by a subtle touch of creamy sweetness of chocolate and a little chili sensation to boot.
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Alcohol-flavored Chocolate Readily Available to Children
August 2, 2013
Imagine these little children walk up into a supermarket and buy alcohol-flavored chocolates all in their gloriously bright colors side by side with other candies. Supermarkets, candy manufacturers and alcohol distillers are the ones who are getting the most out of this. It’s such a bummer that there are countries that have no laws that ban the sale and marketing of alcohol-flavored chocolates, lollipops and other snacks to little children.
There was a specific time when rum and vodka-flavored chocolates were readily available in only exclusive outlets in Nairobi, but now they are widely available in leading mass distribution retail outlets in the capital.
DIY Chocolate Liqueur
July 31, 2013
What’s about to unfold is something so simple you’ll think I’m giving you a guide to cooking dried pasta. It only calls for rum, cacao nibs, some vanilla beans and a mere bottle. A little patience on the side can go a long way, too.
I like trying out new stuff. I love experimenting with things. I already know to come up with new things that almost always amuse me. Now, it’s about time I shared with you guys something I myself just stumbled upon while browsing the Internet: a remarkable DIY take on Chocolate Liqueur.
This version of chocolate liqueur is so unique. We’ve all tried buying a bottle or two of from the local liquor store. For the most part, what we take home is something so incredibly sweet it makes you cringe. Why not make your own chocolate liqueur? Why, yes.
Dark Chocolate Lovers Tolerate Bitterness In Ice Cream
July 26, 2013
According to senior author John E. Hayes, Assistant Professor of Food Science and Director of the Sensory Evaluation Center, College of Agricultural Sciences, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, their main objective in this particular study zeroed in on identifying whether rejection thresholds for added bitterness in chocolate ice cream has a direct correlation with personal preferences for solid milk or dark chocolate.
"Estimating rejection thresholds could be an effective, rapid tool to determine acceptable formulations or quality limits when considering attributes that become objectionable at high intensities," he said.