We love advent, not only because it is socially accepted to eat chocolate every day before breakfast but also it brings back a bit of childhood nostalgia. What really is Advent? Advent is a big event in the Christian calendar as it marks the period in the lead up to the birth of Christ. It is all gearing up to the big day on December 25th but did
It appears that there is a new baddie on the block in the media as we have seen an increasing number of articles about lead and cadmium levels in products American and global chocolate brands. If you too are worried then let us explain the truth below. So what is all the fuss about? Articles from the likes of American Consumer Reports have
It’s that time of year again! Summer’s rising, holidays are afoot, and the end of term is looming. You need to sort out all those teacher’s gifts to thanks and show them your appreciation – but definitely not to bribe them. Much as we all love the age-old custom, it can be a bit stressful, knowing what to buy and how much to spend. So, here
What is Earth Day? Earth Day was first launched in 1970 as a day to celebrate the global achievements of the environmental movement and bring awareness to the need to work together to protect the Earth and its natural resources. Easy swaps to make planet friendly choices: Invest in a sustainable but stylish shopping bag
Ingredients: 300ml of milk (any) 50g butter (melted) 500g of strong flour 40g soft brown sugar 7g dried yeast 1tsp ground all spice 60g cocoa powder 7g salt 90g Montezuma's Smooth Operator chocolate 90g Montezuma's Great White Chocolate For the cross: 75g plain flour 110ml cold milk Orange glaze: ¼ cup of smooth orange
An extraordinary, chocolate twist on your pancake day recipe. Utilising our delicious chocolate buttons to create a unique spin on this classic dessert. This is the perfect treat to indulge with on Pancake Day. Ingredients: 1 cup of milk 1 large egg 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tbs white sugar 1tbs baking powder 1/4 tbs salt
Of all the gifts you could give this Christmas, you’re never going to go wrong with chocolate. It’s one of the treats we look forward to most over the festive season, whether it’s a bag of buttons or truffles as stocking fillers or a big family chocolate bar to devour alone. This year’s Christmas chocolate collection brings together some
This autumn, get baking and help make a difference for refugee children around the world by signing up for The Big October Cake Bake for our charity partner, Children on the Edge. You could hold a cake sale, host a tea party or get competitive and bake-off with friends. The choice is yours! It’s free to take part and everyone who signs up
Why is World Chocolate Day in July? World Chocolate day is obviously one of our favourite days of the year, as it celebrates the introduction of chocolate to Europe back in July 1550. In those days, chocolate was served melted with spices, water, and chilli powder by the Mayans. It wasn’t until 1847 that the first chocolate bar was made by
Discover the benefits of dark chocolate What would you say if we told you that dark chocolate wasn’t only extraordinarily delicious, but also had a whole host of benefits for the mind and body? Now don’t get us wrong, we’re under no illusion that chocolate is ‘healthy’ but hear us out... What is the difference between milk and dark