What We're Eating: Domori Sambirano

As I've said before, I love Madagascar chocolate. The complexity of the flavor profiles found in this not-so-little island is astounding. Who knew chocolate could be elevated to this level?

Domori SambiranoFor those of you unfamiliar with chocolate maker Domori I'll give you the run down. This Italian chocolate maker is committed to what it calls "cocoa culture" or a desire to bring fine chocolate into the mainstream while maintaining the culture and biodiversity that is part of cacao's history. It is no wonder we carry so many of their bars as this mission is one that is close to our hearts. If you've been away you may have noticed a few changes. They've recently revamped their packaging and moved to smaller, 25g boxes, but the change has been a good one. It keeps their commitment to getting fine chocolate to the masses when many other chocolate makers are having to raise prices (as an added bonus now I can eat the whole bar and not feel so guilty).

Domori always surprises me with it's smooth texture and sharp snap. No added cocoa butter here folks, this is chocolate at it's most pure. Upon opening the wrapper you are inundated with rum, raisins, and more rum. A light conch leaves their bars alcoholic tasting (true for most of their bars) - the bold flavors of this bar are not for the faint of heart. With a 70% denomination this is a seemingly darker than average bar with tart fruit staccatos intermingled with a cherry cordial quality.

Stop in this Saturday and try a taste of Domori's 70% Sambirano bar

Cheers!
Emily
Purveyor of fine chocolate

What We're Eating: Michel Cluizel Mangaro Noir

Madagascar is always one of my favorite regions. I love sampling it to people and watching the disbelief in their eyes at the flavor profiles hidden within. It is often where I steer the reluctant dark chocolate eater because the underlying notes are so pleasant and interesting many can hardly believe it is dark chocolate. Cluizel's Mangaro Noir 65% is no exception to this rule.



It is not surprising that this bar has quite a few awards under its belt. The wonderful chocolaty aroma greets you immediately upon opening the packaging, followed by a smooth texture with sweet, tart cherry notes that are woven perfectly through this intense chocolate experience. Hints of coffee and exotic spices round out this pleasingly mellow bar. Not one to beat you over the head with the classic Madagascar flavors, this bar is chocolate through and through. Why not stop by and try it some time? We will be sampling all day Saturday but if you'd rather, stop by any time and ask for a taste. You won't be disappointed.

Cheers!
Emily
Purveyor of fine chocolate and operations extraordinaire