Chuao Chocolatier *Holiday Gift Guide

***Great Gift for Everyone***

About Chuao Choclatier:

Chuao Chocolatier (pronounced chew-WOW) is the first Venezuelan Chocolatier based in the United States and Southern California’s premier artisan chocolatier.

Founded in 2002 by Master Chef Michael Antonorsi and his brother Richard Antonorsi - the company's Chairman of the Board; Chuao Chocolatier is known for creatively blending ethically sourced cacao and the finest all-natural ingredients into gourmet handcrafted chocolate.

The Venezuelan born brothers, now San Diego residents, named the company Chuao Chocolatier after the legendary cacao-producing region of Chuao (pronounced chew-WOW) located in central Venezuela. The Antonorsi’s decision was a reflection of their commitment to both high quality and their Venezuelan family heritage. Chocolate is part of their roots, as their ancestors once ran a small family farm that was an important part of the criollo cacao plantation industry.

Initially, the company started with a single boutique in Encinitas, CA featuring a one-of-a-kind confectionary menu of chocolate bars,bonbons, truffles and hot chocolate. Their signature flavor was Spicy Maya, a modern twist on the Mayan’s ancient hot chocolate recipe made with pasilla chile and cayenne pepper. At both of the Southern California Chuao Chocolatier cafes & boutiques, patrons delight in a menu of luscious bonbons & truffles, innovative chocolate bars, luxurious sipping chocolates, exotic gelato and sorbet flavors and decadent seasonal creations.

Unusual flavor combinations are at the heart of Chuao Chocolatier’s unique experienceincluding: Firecracker, a chipotle caramel fudge truffle with popping candy, a hint of salt, and dark chocolate and Pan Con Chocolate, a dark chocolate bonbon filled with roasted Panko bread crumbs and olive oil ganache with a touch of sea salt.

Chuao Chocolatier has expanded the menu to include numerous drinking chocolates, pastries, gelatos and decadent seasonal creations. They now own and operate two chocolate cafes in San Diego county.

Today, you can discover Chuao Chocolatier chocolate confections around the United States at fine specialty retailers including Whole Foods Market, Dean and Deluca, and Crate & Barrel, as well as fine restaurants & hotels including Omni Hotels nationwide, La Costa Resort & Spa, Coupa Cafe, and Hard Rock Hotel.

My Review:

As far as chocolates go, I am not a huge chocolate eater, but I absolutely loved the Chuao chocolates I got to try out.  I received several of their chocolate bars, but my favorite was the Peace, Love & Peppermint, it was excelent! But Chuao Chocolatier offers many different flavors of bars, so you are sure to find one to fit your tastes. 

And if you want a more stylish gift for your special someone, don't forget the gift boxes that they have to offer as well.

 So make sure to check out their gift guide on their website for some great Holiday Bonbon Collection starting from $12.95.  And give that special someone on your list a gift as sweet as they are!

Disclosure: I received product(s)  in exchange for an honest review, which may differ from yours. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I used personally, and believe will be good for my readers