The holiday season is here and there’s no better gift than the sweet treat of chocolate. Opening the box, removing the paper covering and deciding which chocolate you’ll get is a fun experience. Milk or dark? Caramel or nuts? The options are endless. Giving chocolate as a gift is great for any occasion, but especially the holiday season where events and parties are always happening.
Brief History
Chocolate has been given as a gift for numerous centuries for a variety of occasions. The tradition of giving chocolate as a gift stretches back to ancient times when Aztecs would present a chocolate drink to royalty, warriors and explorers. Aztecs had a belief that cacao beans were a gift from their gods thus making it an appropriate gift for those in their society.
Sweet Luxury
Chocolate is of those gifts that can truly make a crowd happy. It is indulgent, luxurious, and meant to be enjoyed just for the sheer pleasure of it. A unique fact is that dark chocolate contains a chemical that is released naturally by the brain when someone falls in love. This chemical encourages the brain to release endorphins, which trigger feelings of happiness and joy
Variety
Gourmet chocolates come in a wide variation of flavors and textures. White, dark or milk chocolate and then a variety of fillings such as coconut, peanut butter, cherry and more. There’s a chocolate for even the pickiest of eaters! When you choose to give the gift of gourmet chocolate, guests can choose from an impressive array of chocolates, such as chocolate-dipped fruits, silky-smooth truffles, and buttery caramels. With the array of choices and flavors, there is something to please even the most refined palate.
For this holiday season, you can’t go wrong with giving gourmet chocolates. Contact the sweet team at Champagne Chocolates today for more information on their variety of delicious chocolates.