When it comes to chocolates, I don’t mind admitting I’m a bit fussy.
They don’t have to be the most expensive, or the most fancy. I have a soft spot for a bar of Galaxy, or Aldi’s little bars with orange and almond. But I have rules. I don’t like fruit in chocolate (unless it’s white chocolate, OR citrus because Godiva orangettes are the best). No raisins. Biscuits and nuts are fine, but sweets or jellied things? Nuhuh.
And oddly, given my love of booze, I don’t like booze in chocolate either.
Or that’s what I thought. Until Bee Hive Bakes sent me some chocolates, and I ate one of their hand made Marc de Champagne truffles. I didn’t expect to like it. And I really didn’t expect to be devastated I’d finished it and couldn’t eat it again. So I had another. And another.
I was left somewhat stunned. What magic is this? Is it because theirs are made with white chocolate that are soft and creamy and sweet and balances well with the Champagne. I don’t know, but I know I want more.
The other box was more of a selection.
From a crisp shell of dark chocolate heart with a soft chocolatey/mint centre, to a ripple shelled creamy praline, to a rich salted caramel. They were made with the same care, and same quality of chocolate as the Champagne Truffles, and were just as delicious.
They have vegan options too, and if chocolates aren’t your thing, maybe take a look at their bakes or treat boxes (as I write I’m quietly eyeing up Jammy Dodger and Bakewell Blondies). Both the chocolates and bakes are available for delivery, or local collection. And, now things are getting back to ‘normal’, creator Sarah can be found at a number of local markets. To find our which check out her Instagram or Facebook feed. Oh and they’re letterbox friendly, so if you fancy buying a loved on a treat, it can be delivered direct!
Now if you’ll excuse me, there’s a last truffle with my name on it. At least until I order some more anyway.