الأحد، 20 أبريل 2014

A Guide To Giving Artisan Chocolate Gifts

By Essie Osborn


You can appropriately give top quality sweet treats to friends, family, or even professional contacts. Here are some tips for selecting the right artisan chocolate gifts for the right occasions, and the right people, in your life. Almost everyone likes a treat, but not all treats are equal.

Chocolate is often associated with romance. It releases a flood of dopamine when nibbled on, making a loved one or romantic partner feel especially happy. If you're giving this kind of treat to the object of your affection, make sure the expense and the scale of the present is appropriate for how long the two of you have been involved.

For a new partner, while you are still in the early phases of courtship, a small gift makes the most sense. A few truffles filled with creamy ganache show that you are thinking of this person, but aren't putting too much pressure on what might happen between you. If you've been together a while, and are committed or even married, the bigger the box and the more luxurious the selection of chocolate truffles, the better!

Because artisan treats are made from the very best ingredients, and are frequently made by hand by talented craftspeople, they are a good choice for an impressive professional gift. Consider sending a selection of artisan confections to the office of a client after closing a business deal together, or collaborating on a project. It's an upscale move that makes a great impression.

When it comes to giving treats to friends, it's not the size that matters, it's the specificity. If you know your pal is a big whiskey drinker or wine fan, select chocolates that pair with those beverages. If you know your friend likes the bright taste of orange fruit, find a truffle with a bit of citrus zest. Show your pal you know them well, with a uniquely chosen treat.

There are lots of occasions when a gift of top shelf treats makes sense. Classic romantic holidays like Valentine's Day or an anniversary are traditional times to give chocolate, and the higher the chocolate's quality, the more welcome the gift. Birthdays are good times to give a treat to a friend, as is any time a friend has a personal victory, like running a marathon or moving to a new home.

When it comes to work gifts, you don't need to wait for a specific occasion or a holiday. Let your client or co-worker be reminded of you anytime. Keep yourself in their thoughts with a generous and delicious gift that celebrates your ongoing working relationship on any day, just to let them know you're glad you work together.

Be sure that you treat yourself, too. Try samples from different chocolate makers to find a favorite. Once you do, you can give that style or brand of confection to lots of different people, since it is an age-neutral and non-gendered gift. So, have fun shopping and doing some taste tests!




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