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How Nirvana Chocolates are Crafted Nirvana Chocolates are individually hand-made by award winning chocolatiers. Using centuries-old Belgian methods, supreme taste is achieved through a skillful contrast of textures and flavors. The foundation of Nirvana chocolates is rich cocoa beans from Africa, which are stronger and more present than the milder American beans, used by American chocolatiers. Add to that cream, butter and sugar and you have the basis upon which all Nirvana Chocolates are made. The couverture that is used is made with the highest quality Callebaut chocolate, the world-famous premium- quality chocolate supplier. Traditional artistry combined with unique flavors create a harmonious balance of taste sensations. Nirvana Chocolates are always made in small batches so that the freshest chocolate possible is guaranteed. Because our ingredients are pure and wholesome, the smooth supreme quality is attained. This makes the difference between mass-produced chocolates and our artisinal flavors. We believe that a fresh Belgian quality praline can bring you the pinnacle of taste sensation. Nirvana chocolates are delivered from our Belgian workshops as soon as they are made to your door in days, ensuring the ultimate in freshness. Since we offer Nirvana Chocolates on the Internet, our chocolates are virtually made-to-order. Fresh chocolate is the best! How Nirvana Chocolates are Selected Throughout Belgium, the selection of fine chocolate is taken seriously. Confisiers, or chocolate shops, are places of beauty and presence. Customers are knowledgeable about their chocolate choices and carefully select one by one what goes into their box. Chocolate selection is not a process to be rushed through. In keeping with Belgian traditions, you can choose Nirvana Chocolates one by one, selecting which flavors go in your box. Through self selection, you are sure to include all the flavors which you adore. What better way to ensure that you enjoy every delicious morsel? How Nirvana Chocolates are Presented Nirvana Chocolates are packaged in a unique, decorative box that emphasizes that the gift of chocolates is something special. Our seasonal collections are hand-wrapped in a festive paper and adorned with appropriate ribbon and trimming, Every box embodies European elegance from outside to within. Open a striking cobalt blue box and indulge in an exquisite selection of imported Belgian chocolate. The gift of Nirvana Chocolate should be an unforgettable experience in every way. How Nirvana Chocolates are Admired Similar to the wine-tasting ritual, there is a chocolate tasting method that allows for optimal enjoyment. The more varieties of chocolate one eats, the more one can develop a certain degree of expertise and sensitivity to a range of flavors. First, look at the quality of the praline. How well was it crafted? Observe the attention to fine detail. Next, check the chocolate aroma. As soon as you open the box, you should notice a quality chocolate scent. There should be no hint of any chemicals or an overwhelming sweetness to overpower the cocoa. The aroma should be rich, subtle and appealing. Examine the proportions of the chocolate, regularity of the color, and slightly glossy finish. The shape should be harmonious, the highlights deep and reddish. How Nirvana Chocolates are Savored One should eat chocolate of this quality like a good red wine - at room temperature. This makes sure that the creamy structure, the full taste and the silkiness of the filling and aroma will be at their best. Bite off a small piece of chocolate and let it gently melt on your tongue. Look for a good balance between sweet and bitter. Quality chocolates should not be overly sweet. Is the use of vanilla or other flavors subtle or does it overpower? As with fine wine, the finish should be good and long-lasting. The aftertaste should be strong but never overpowering. Above all, the chocolates should taste very fresh, never stale. It should leave you with a desire for another chocolate...so be prepared!

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