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The average chocolate consumption per person in the UK every year is 11 kilograms, which actually makes the country the joint highest chocolate lover with the Swiss. In fact, 90% of all adults in the UK admit to eating chocolate regularly, but why? Chocolate offers one of the most luxury indulgences for a price that everybody can afford. As this is the case, sales of chocolate have continued to increase even during recent tough financial times.

With the above in mind, it is all too easy to get lazy with your choice of chocolate gifts if you are buying a present. Buying a box of chocolates and giving them away does not show much effort on your part. Just because chocolate gifts are simple, it does not mean that you cannot put some thought into them.

What is the solution?

The solution is very simple. If you buy personalised chocolate , it shows that you have put some thought into the gift. People love personalised chocolate mostly because it is unexpected. A personalised solution can contain a message that means something to your partner, and this can really make the difference.

With personalised chocolate wrappers , you can give your partner a tasty gift that they can also cherish and have as a keepsake as well. By putting in that extra effort and thinking outside the box you are showing the person that you are buying the gift for that care, and, at the same time you are still buying a quality chocolate gift that you know they will love.

In fact, personalised chocolate bars are ideal for a variety of events. As well as giving them as presents you could also give them away in party bags at childrens parties and even provide them at weddings for something a bit different.

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color mist


By Esther L. Greenberger2, 2013-07-30

Can Wilton Color Mist be used successfully on tempered chocolate confections?

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FBM Tempering Machine, Compatta In India


By Boby John, 2013-07-29

Hello,

I am looking for FBM Compatta tempering machine in India. Please anyone help me out to locate a distributor in India.

thanks in advance

John Boby

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Amazing, one of a kind silicone molds


By Jackie Truty, 2013-07-23

I've been a chocoholic all my life, and for the last 10 years I've had a business in the jewelry making industry. Suddenly, some time ago, I realized that the food safe silicone molds we've been creating for many kinds of clays can be used for chocolates as well! I invite everyone to take a look at our "Flexi-mold" line on www.artclayworld.com . Instead of the $15.00 per unit price, anyone a member of The Chocolate Life can get molds at a cost of $7.50 with a $250 minimum order. That's 50% off!!

Jackie Truty

President

jackie@artclayworld.com

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chocolate batch 6


By Milford Dennison, 2013-07-18

Just finished batch 6 a bean from Beliez i made a 70% dark it turned out great it is a pure chocolate not many undertones smooth and no after taste

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Making Chocolate (small scale) at home


By ROBERT ORFORD, 2013-07-08

Hi Everybody,

I am interested in making chocolate at home from scratch, from roasting the cocoa bean to the chocolate bar. I live in the United Kingdom. UK, but making chocolate here is not so well supported as in USA.

I think, I have found a source of cocoa beans on

e-bay(cocoaman)UK, and also giant juicer, I think can be purchased via e-bay as well. There seems to be many models, but most are available in the USA, are

there any cheaper alternatives to the giant juicer?

The last thing is the wet/dry grinder to remove any grittiness from the chocolate. I have found 3, models, but Im not sure if they are suitable, Premier, 1.5 L. wonder stone grinder, Premier, 2.0 L. table top compact stone wet grinder and the Butterfly, Matchless table top wet grinder, 2.0 L?

Also, I am looking for a good book on making Chocolate at home, from scratch, from cocoa beans to chocolate bar? Is there anybody that could help me? Any help, or suggestions would be very much appreciated!

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Competition entries taken and contacted

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issues making chocolate bar


By Rohit Dua, 2013-06-20

hi i have just started my chocolate business and i am producing 500g slabs using high quality ingredients. i am facing lot of problems with the colour of the slab.My colour of the chocolate slab is brown but the dealers want dark brown colour towards the black.Can you advise what permitted black colour is available in the market and also give the name of the company.

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Science Fiction Movie


By Emay Wang, 2013-06-08

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I am never a big fan of science fiction movies; many of them are full of fancy and conjecture. I would prefer to watch something that was based more on scientific fact.

But I have changed my point of view lately. With the help of great graphic designers and advanced technology, Sci-fi movies have transformed into art (Maybe not just Sci-fi, some dramas are the same, for instance, The Great Gatsby). They are all beautifully made with stunning special effects, sound that would take over your brain, and spectacular panoramas.

I care less about the Sci-fi story, and more about enjoying the artistic composition. Now, for me, the experience of watching Sci-fi movies is just like taking a museum tour!

You might agree with me as well if you allow me to share the video clip below.

Martine Villeneuve is the filmmaker of the Canadian sci-fi Mars et Avril. Here is his Ted talk: How I made an impossible film .

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Inspiring Quotes from Villeneuve:

  • big creative constrains can boost creativity.
  • People have a tendency to see the problems rather than the final results
  • if you start to deal with problems as being your allies rather than your opponents, life will start to dance with you in the most amazing way.
  • So if you don't have money to offer to people, you must strike their imagination with something as nice as you can think of.

Thats very true! There has never been a free lunch; opportunities are everywhere, but only for those who are prepared for them!

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FOIL FOR CHOCOLATE PACKAGING/WRAPPING.


By Alufoil Products Pvt Ltd., 2013-06-05

Chocolates, Chocolate products and Confectionery must be protected against light, humidity and air. At the same time, it is necessary to prevent any release of fat form chocolate andto preserve its characteristic flavour. Chocolate is wrapped in aluminium foil that is either unvarnished or varnished with clear varnish on one or both sides.

Different company uses different pattern of chocolate wrappers to make their chocolate wrap look attractive and customised.

Chocolate Embossed - the embossed pattern to show the brand name in style.

Star Embossed - the star embossed pattern which give the frosted look to chocolate wrappers.

Happy Birthday - it enhance the wrapping style of chocolate for that very special someone.

Printed - this pattern give the glossy look with brand name printed on it.

Plain - this pattern is for all purpose chocolate wrapping.

Hand made Chocolates have created a wave globally, mainly among home based confectioners.

We are there to help all those who want to wrap their chocolates with best quality of chocolate foil.

With all ourefforts to maintain the best quality and timely delivery to meet the endrequirement of our members.

Alufoil Products

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