The mission of this program is to raise awareness and donate funds for the ongoing rescue and rehabilitation of endangered sea turtles. Lady Chocolatier would like to take part in those efforts and we need your help. 100% of all profits from our sales of Chocolate Pecan Turtles will be donated to the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, the primary facility for current sea turtle recovery from the gulf oil spill.
Last week while in the super market a neat row of ripe and beautiful peaches took my eye. Instantly I was impressed and thought to myself- “I’ll make peach cobbler, it’ll be fun”! I set out to find a classic recipe and quickly learned that over ripe peaches may create a liquefied cobbler. So I decided to buy more peaches, less ripe and combine the two. Out shopping again I came across some lovely white peaches and thought these would help balance the sweetness while creating a nice color variation.
Nearly a year has passed since my first experiments with chocolate and airbrushing. Naturally, the more hands on time I have with the airbrush, the more I learn! It’s been much too long since I’ve posted about my journey and what I have discovered. With increased interest in the art and many of you asking questions I set out to relay the best of my findings. Today will be the first post in a series of airbrushing tips I will call Technique Tuesdays.
Tackling fondant can be tricky and a good work out! I used to make these delicious Cherry Cordials for Christmas and Valentine’s Day but have skipped them over the last couple of years due to the time consuming labor and short shelf life. I decided to make these cordials for a recent chocolate and wine pairing party as a special treat. Because I am always looking for new pairs to mate, we tasted these cordials with the famous Wilson Creek Winery Almond Champagne. I knew these two would hit it off because I always put a touch of almond extract in the fondant to enhance the flavor. I think the flavors are initially a bit sweet together, but with two outstanding partners it’s difficult not to find bliss!
For our second year wedding anniversary Brian and I went for a perfect week of fun in the sun on the island of Maui! A vacation was much needed after our place had become over run with chocolate…. everything! From Easter to Unique LA, then Mother’s Day and even a wine Party, I was pooped! Although, just because I’m splashing with sea turtles and sailing off into the sunset it doesn’t mean chocolate is not on my mind. The gears are always turning up there and I have returned with fresh ideas and some new product ingredients straight from the islands. I even found the time to sample some chocolate made from Hawaiian grown cacao and discover dark chocolate covered macadamias. ; ) A new fav!
First order of business and most important, Honu! The green sea turtle. Everyone is on the hunt for them while out in the water off Maui and we were blessed enough to have spotted a few in three different snorkeling spots. I have always been fond of these creatures and for some time I have been wanting to find a way to support their protection. After this and the recent oil spill in the gulf of mexico we need to do all we can in support of marine life. I usually make classic chocolate turtles, a pecan and caramel cluster dipped in milk chocolate. It’s hard to deny the goodness of this mix of salty and sweet that so many love. …Not to be confused with the gentle giant above these candies don’t look like their reptile counterparts but if all goes well they may in the future. I am currently seeking out the best organization to donate a large portion of all further turtle sales to and as soon as I do, you will be the first to know.
So I made it through the infamous Unique LA spring show! Thanks to everyone who helped make this possible and for all who came out in support of us and all of the other local vendors. We sampled almost 15 pounds of product and had a drawing for $50 worth of free chocolate! I had a great time seeing the shoppers enjoy themselves and even had some time to shop myself!
I didn’t get many photos though, I let my hubby play with my camera for the day in hopes for a few to share but he like to take photos on the move so unfortunately there’s not many to choose from that are in focus!
Hand Dipped Couples
Tuxedo Strawberries were a big hit for our recent Bridal Expo booth. Everyone loves chocolate covered strawberries, especially when they are fully dressed for the occasion!
Share the sweetness of love with your guests and invite them to indulge as they bite into one of these juicy creations. Let Bride & Groom strawberries put a decorative twist on your desert table.
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