In amongst the exotically illustrated Stainer bars I received earlier this year were these two ‘Grand Cru’ bars – one with 75% cacao and a ‘medio’ chilli addition, and the other a 70% bar with Espelette chilli and pineapple. I … Continue reading →

Hahndorf is an old German town nestled in the hills of Adelaide, South Australia and is more known for its kitsch souvenirs and dodgy looking sausages and sauerkraut than chocolate. However, earlier this year a new player emerged amongst the … Continue reading →

Another from the stable of chocky that claims to be good for you, this one came courtesy of the health food aisle in our local Woolworths. There seems to be a trend in making and selling things high in antioxidants, … Continue reading →

Another one in the occasional ‘Can posh be cheap?’ series, this bar was not only bought from an Aldi (cut price supermarket chain) but was indeed manufactured especially for them. Not Fairtade, organic, raw or unusual – this is chocolate … Continue reading →