Zafran and Art Chocolat

Zafran and Art Chocolat

Several leading NGOs showcasing their merchandise in a fundraising event organised by Art Chocolat at Hafele Design Centre, Okhla.

Zafran wondered if cacao beans can have such an interesting history as she held the piece of delicately crafted chocolate in her hand and popped it in her mouth. "Mhm, the flavour of rose petals in the chocolate ganache tastes so heavenly. The aroma of rose with the dark chocolate is a divine treat to my senses. No wonder people used cacao pods as a currency in the ancient times." She thought to herself. 

"Where did you store your chocolates earlier? I always stored it in the refrigerator. I never knew that chocolates were supposed to be kept in a cool and dry place." said Krishna as both of them twirled around the chocolate counter together. "And did you know that the milk chocolates that we Indians relish so much were an accidental invention by the owner of Nestle? I thank god for that mistake! At least we have our milk chocolates handy." Zafran laughed as she gulped down another piece of the dark delicacy with roasted coffee beans covered with chocolate.

Art Chocolat is one the leading premier chocolate training academy based in New Delhi offering courses in chocolate making, chocolate packaging and chocolate presentation for amateurs and professionals. They recently organised an event, 'Chocolate For Charity' at Hafele Design Centre in which Music Basti, Clothes Box, Chintan and People For Animals were the participating charities.

Hand-painted, round, rectangular, dark, white, luscious, silky; there were chocolates of all kinds. With chocolate bars snapping and lips touching the warm gooey drink of hot chocolate with every sip, it was nothing less than Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory. "But how do we order these chocolates? Who are these chocolatiers and where do they sell their amazing sweet and bitter creations?" Krishna was still busy finishing his cup of Hot chocolate with melted marshmallows. "Well, that's a good question. Wait, let me tell you."


Sugar Therapy by Divya Kakkar

Sugar Therapy by Divya Kakkar makes customized chocolates and amazing fruit bread loaves to be gifted to your loved ones. From mulled wine milk chocolates to champagne mousse cups, sugar therapy gives you the right sugar rush. If you wish to devour these amazing chocolates, check out their Instagram account.


Roasted coffee beans dipped in milk chocolate.




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Chocomaya by Vini Soni

Chocomaya comes with a twist as Vini Soni combines an exquisite variety of chocolates with Indian confectioneries like the rose, betel, coconut and saffron. Beautifully hand-painted chocolates with the Indian flavours bring the festivity with chocolates.

Utsav by Chocomaya - a celebration of Indian flavours in rum chocolates.

Classic rum truffles!

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Agape by Shalini Sharma Khajuria

This Noida based chocolate shop is your go-to place for chocolates if you're into gourmet chocolates but don't wish to burn a hole in your pocket. Agape offers a variety of gourmet milk and rum chocolates starting from 50 bucks. 








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"Phew! I feel full of the lovely chocolate delights. Let's just go home. We had a wonderful day today with Art Chocolat!" Krishna held his stomach as he sat on a chair after having his last bite of the stawsabi. 







Comments

  1. Unknown16 February 2018 at 11:03

    Amazing!!!! ❤ didn't realise how I learnt facts through the story. 😁

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    1. Unknown16 February 2018 at 12:28

      Thank you. Please stay tuned with us for more episodes.

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