Hedonist - Lavender Truffles - December 18, 2012

Chocolate of the Day:

Hedonist Artisan Chocolates
Lavender Truffles
Good + - Very Good
Weight: .78 oz. (22 g.) (estimate) for 2 truffles/ 3.9 oz. (110 g.) for box of 10
Calories: 117 calories (estimate) for 2 truffles
Cost: $20.00 for box of 10 truffles
Purchased from: Hedonist Chocolates (site)

Today was Day #4 of Chocolate and Lavender Theme Week.

In centuries past, flowers (such as lavender, violets and roses) were more commonly used to flavor and decorate edibles. I'm happy to see them making a cuisine comeback. I love the taste of lavender, and incorporating lavender flower buds into desserts and other dishes. So, no surprise that I liked these Lavender Truffles from Hedonist Artisan Chocolates (Rochester, NY).

The sweet, white chocolate, lavender infused ganache (centers) were enrobed in bittersweet chocolate and cocoa powder. The box of 10 Lavender Truffles -- individually wrapped in purple foil -- was tied up with a pretty purple ribbon.

ChocolateBet: January 15, 2011

Chocolate of the Day:
2 truffles
Hedonist Artisan Chocolates
Raspberry Chocolate Truffles
Good + - Very Good
Weight: .9 oz. (25.47 g.) (estimate) for 2 truffles
Calories: 130 calories (estimate) for 2 truffles
Cost: $N/A - samples
Purchased from: N/A - from Hedonist Artisan Chocolates, Rochester, New York

Today's 5-piece set of Raspberry Chocolate Truffles are from Rochester, New York-based Hedonist Chocolates. Each piece is decorated with a different design. Made from fresh raspberries, raspberry liqueur and semi-sweet chocolate, these lovebird-inspired TweetHeart truffles are a reminder that Valentines Day is one month away.