Happy October!
To celebrate the beginning of my favorite time of the year, I’m giving away some coupons for Ghirardelli Luxe Milk Chocolate.
Of course (ahem, cough) I really needed to “quality-check” the chocolate before giving out samples, and asked Ghirardelli if I could have a couple of free coupons sent to Austin. They obliged, and I am happy to report that the chocolate passed inspection with flying colors. Fuzz, my assistant chocolate taster, was especially fond of it and her enthusiasm made me realize that as a baker I may have been purchasing too much of the dark and bittersweet types and forgetting just how happy younger palates are with smooth and creamy milk. And I enjoyed them quite a bit as well. While I did end up using them in a dessert (more on that later), Luxe milk chocolates were a pleasure to eat right out of the bag.
Speaking of bags, we found three flavors in bags with individually wrapped squares — Almond, Krispy, and Hazelnut. Our local H.E.B. had the other two flavors as well (Toffee and Milk), but we could only find those in bars.
First, we tried the regular Luxe Milk in bar form. It was definitely smoother than other milk chocolates, and the flavor was good too — very fresh, not waxy, and with a clean dairy taste.
Next up was the Hazelnut, which came in the aforementioned individually wrapped squares. Again, smooth chocolate, but with loads of nuts. I enjoyed the hazelnut quite a bit, but I will be honest and tell you that I preffered the Milk over the Hazelnut. The chocolate was so good that I didn’t appreciate the nuts displacing it, but nuts are nutritious so I like to think they make the squares good for the body as well as the soul. But boy, the milk chocolate was good.
I guess my only comment/suggestion for Ghirardelli is that I hope they start selling the Luxe Milk in individually wrapped squares so I can carry them around with me.
If you try the chocolate, let me know what you think. Meanwhile, if you want to try it FREE, leave me a comment telling me what type of situation puts you in the mood for chocolate. My situation is that I have a pulse. Okay, just kidding. My situation is that I need it when I’m about to board an airplane. I can’t get on a plane without chocolate.
If your comment is picked at random, you will be sent some coupons for free bags and bars of chocolate plus a couple of $1.00 off coupons. I’ll pick the random comment tomorrow morning at 10 AM CST (October 2), so that’s the deadline.
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Stress!
The only situation that makes me I want chocolate is when I’m breathing. Other than that, I’ll pass.
Anytime is chocolate time, but is a must with my afternoon coffee break or when I need a little comfort
I need chocolate before I go study.
Cold weather makes me CRAVE chocolate…I think of fires in the fire place and s’mores!
I’m always in the mood for chocolate! But I guess it’s especially strong when I’m stressed out about something, especially at work.
Being alive puts me in the mood for chocolate!
I need chocolate for a quick energy boost
I also refuse to board an airplane without a chocolate bar in hand! Sometimes I don’t end up eating it, but I just really need to have it with me when I fly.
Chocolate? When ISN’T a good time for chocolate?! My must have time is usually on the ride home from my moms. Mainly because she’s the one who has it “in stock” at any time of day, any day of the week. So we leave with the milky treats.
Any time is a good time for chocolate! On a recent road trip, I came upon a Ghirardelli factory outlet store and was so bummed I didn’t have time to stop in.
I need chocolate ALL the time. Like you said–if I am breathing, I need chocolate. Thanks
chasing around my 4 yr old puts me in the mood for chocolate!
I love chocolate ANY time of year – but the ones you mention, I’m not sure are available in my town. Sure would be fun to search, though!!
I must have chocolate after i eat something salty or healthy.
Too much to do with school…so def. that type of stress.
I am usually more of a vanilla girl than a chocolate girl, but every few weeks, I get a strong desire for chocolate. I’m not sure what does it, but it’s probably some combination of stress and sleep deprivation that manifests itself in a chocolate craving
when isn’t a good moment for chocolate? seriously.
I crave chocolate in the evening almost every day. I think it’s a “winding down” thing for me.
Hearing someone talk about chocolate tends to make my mouth water
Everything makes me want chocolate but especially when I am nervous like at a doctors office thinking about getting a shot or getting blood taken.I eat chocolate to make me feel better.I also eat it because I love the stuff like a junkie!
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I’m always in the mood for chocolate but especially when I’m stressed.
I always crave chocolate EVERY DAY after I have my lunch at work. I usually eat a half sandwich so that I can indulge in my chocolate fix without feelling too guilty, LOL
I have something sweet every night after I put my girls to bed (twins, 3 1/2), and most days it is something chocolate! Chocolate is my wine.
I can’t think of a moment that isn’t a chocolate moment for me.
Definitely after dinner. And if I don’t have any chocolate in the house, for some reason I tend to go for a bowl of cereal, which is probably healthier.
When I am stressed, I am rummaging through my pantry looking for chocolate!
The tedious chore of blinking puts me in “Chocolate Mode”!
Late-night studying always puts me in a chocolate-eating mood!
I usualy want chocolate after I eat lunch or dinner
With orange juice. Does that count? Whenever I drink or smell orange juice I have an urge for a chocolate bar!
it may be cliche, but i’m always in the mood for chocolate. good chocolate. in any form.
I always get in the mood for chocolate on cold winter days..not sure why!
Anytime I’m even remotely stressed I REALLY want chocolate. But I still want chocolate when I’m not stressed too.
I need chocolate to LIVE.
When the kids are all being crazy. I go to a little quiet corner for a few minutes and eat a piece of chocolate. Makes me a better mommy.:)
stress, cold weather, boredom!
I could eat chocolate anytime, but especially crave it when I’m doing paper/computer work while exhausted. As a teacher and student, this happens frequently.
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