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Types of Chocolate That One Can Send In a Chocolate Basket

March 31st, 2016

Chocolates are such an indulgent treat, and who doesn’t like them? They are creamy, smooth, sweet, and most importantly, they are delicious. Giving someone chocolates during their birthday is something that people do all over the world, and is a much-appreciated trend and something that should never die.

So when you live in a place where such an exotic treat is available for you twenty-four seven, it doesn’t take very long for services like chocolate by post to come up. These services have made life so much easier in terms of gift giving. Gone are the days when you had to pray and hope that the parcel you sent to your sister for her birthday gets to her on her birthday.

Today, you can just call the chocolate delivery company on the day of the birthday or anniversary and have them deliver a beautiful chocolate parcel to the person, whose birthday or anniversary it is.

As a result of this, the question that comes is regarding the type of chocolate that you can send over and what size will the parcel be.

Here are the few types of chocolate that you can choose when you think of sending someone a chocolate basket.

  • Dark chocolate: Just like its name, this chocolate is a deep, almost black, coloured beauty. These taste bitter because the cocoa content in them is a lot higher than the regular milk chocolate ones. Also, dark chocolate is said to be good for your health as well. So not only will you be giving someone a delicious treat, it will also be good for him or her.
  • Milk chocolate: These are the ones that are light brown in colour and are sweeter in comparison to dark chocolate. A lot of people prefer milk chocolate over dark because they prefer their chocolate to be sweet. The reason why this chocolate is sweet is because of a higher milk content, so all your dairy milk and nestle chocolate bars come under this category.
  • Semi-sweet chocolate: This is the variety of chocolate that is somewhere in between dark and milk chocolate, but it tends to lean more towards the dark, resulting in it having an echo of bitterness. Not only are these chocolates delicious to eat, they are also perfect for baking purposes because they do not overpower the sweetness in the dish.
  • White chocolate: As the name suggests, these are entirely white and are really sweet. They are not exactly chocolate since white chocolate doesn’t have a whole lot of cocoa in it. The two main ingredients here are milk and vanilla. These chocolates go really great with almond-based dishes.

Ordering chocolate baskets from any delivery site from the internet is so simple and easy. Make sure that the company, from whom you are ordering the item from, has an outlet in the city where it is supposed to be delivered to. The array of chocolate to choose from are massive and every item is as delectable as the next one.

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How can chocolate improve your beauty?

March 31st, 2016

As many are the reasons to eat that chocolate bar you love, there are reasons for you to smear it all over your face. Chocolate is not just yummy to taste but also has many benefits for your skin and body. So, if you had believed that you must eat only boring salads to get that glowing skin, then be happy because you can eat chocolates too. Indulge yourself in this delightful treat to look your best.

 When I say chocolates are healthy, mind you it is not all chocolates. Some chocolates are healthy for you. They can make a significant change in the improvement of your skin. To be specific, only dark chocolates have beauty and health benefits that you are looking for. Dark chocolates containing at least 70% cocoa are very good for your skin. Thus, most of your favourite chocolate bars do not qualify as a beauty product.

How dark chocolates can enhance your beauty?

  • Chocolates contain naturally occurring substances called as flavonoids. The flavonoids lessen the risk of heart attacks and strokes by keeping your platelets less sticky.
  • Dark chocolate also relaxes blood vessels and reduces blood pressure.
  • It can also increase the production of some mood enhancing hormones, thus making you happy and fresh.
  • You can also combat stress by eating dark chocolates. It reduces stress hormones and that can in turn reduce wrinkles on your skin.
  • Chocolate contains flavonoids called flavonol that protects your skin from damages caused by harmful sun rays. They can also fight free radicals, and increase in good blood circulation.
  • If you are getting chocolate by post make sure you get dark chocolates because, they can improve your skin hydration and thickness.
  • Dark chocolate along with a little bit of caffeine is a great skin detoxifier. You can get rid of your dead skin and get new and supple skin.
  • Chocolate is also good for your hair. It promotes blood circulation in your scalp and leads to growth of hair. It also reduces hair loss.

How to use chocolates for good health and beauty benefits –

Along with eating chocolates, you can also use them externally to improve your skin and hair texture. There are many facial treatments using chocolates.

  • You can go in for a chocolate facial and come out looking young and beautiful and smelling delicious.
  • You can get a chocolate mask to repair damaged skin and get rid of the dryness.
  • There are several scrubs available in the market, which have chocolate content. They help in the exfoliation of your dead skin.
  • Chocolate pedicure is done to soften dry and rough feet. It can also moisturize your feet skin and make them shine.
  • You can use chocolate wax to get rid of body hair. It can also de-tan your skin and leaves a sweet smell of chocolate on your body.

If chocolates are your weakness, do not worry. But make sure that you have them in limits. Replace other chocolates with dark chocolates. Get dark chocolates delivered and eat your hearts full.

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Unfold the History of Chocolates

March 16th, 2016

A popular gifting item for all occasion is the chocolates. Whether one receives it directly or one gets chocolates by post, there is a special kind of happiness on receiving this utter delicacy. In fact, all ages enjoy chocolates alike. It is found to have a sense of satisfaction along with a feel good factor. In fact, many studies have also pointed out that chocolate bar are a great source of energy. Many studies have claimed that dark chocolates are good for health, heart and skin. Overall, one can find something or the other good about chocolates. But do you know that the chocolates that we know of today are quite different from the ones that actually originated. Let’s take a tour on the same.

Early version of chocolate

Chocolate originally was considered to be very bitter in taste. It was prepared from cocoa beans, which were formulated to form some sort of liquid.  The earlier version of chocolate was also referred to as the cocoa drink or the bitter drink. Slowly, people tried to reduce the bitterness of the drink by adding a little milk to it and that is how the concept of white and milk chocolate came into existence. For a long time, the trend continued. After some time, a Swedish Scientist, mixed a little sugar to the concoction and formulated the frozen form of chocolate that we know of them today. It is hence, that many people consider the Sweden made chocolates to be the original form of chocolates.

Revolution of chocolates

With the changing trends, the trends of chocolates also changed. It started taking up different forms. The bar shape was the original one, however, round, oval and chocolates in the shape of different cartoons started gaining popularity. In fact, the flavours also started expanding. The pure chocolate with a larger concentration of cocoa beans was categorized in the dark chocolate segment. Then there came a white chocolate, which was a mix of chocolate and milk products. A pure milk chocolate was formulated solely from milk ingredients. Eventually a lot of other ingredients came into existence along with the chocolates. There was wafers, nuts, almonds and caramels, which were embedded to elevate the flavour and taste of chocolates. Undoubtedly, chocolate has come a long way since then.

Myriad uses of chocolates

Chocolates find its usage in different forms. Chocolates in the raw form are a delicacy. However, the same is used as a flavoured form for cakes, shakes and ice-creams. Chocolate flavour is considered to be one of the yummiest flavours and its form like chocolate chips are used in almost all kinds of desserts.

Chocolate gift has gained a lot of popularity in the current times. It forms an ideal gift for birthdays, anniversaries and other occasions such as Valentine’ Day, Eid, Christmas, New Year Eve, etc. Assorted chocolates can form a really amazing goody bag especially for the kids. Today life without this sweet delicacy cannot be imagined. However, still today it is the dark chocolate, which is known for its health benefits and is considered to the best form of chocolate.

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Top Tips for Making the Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

February 25th, 2016

Chocolate chip cookies are a universal favourite. Nothing can beat the sensation of biting into crunchy, chewy, gooey, chocolaty cookies, any time of the day.

But baking the perfect chocolate chip cookies needs a lot of care. Professional bakers know the secret of baking perfect chocolate chip cookies. After baking them with care, one can send cookies made of chocolates by post.

Here are few super tips to bake that perfect chocolate chip cookie:

  • Use high quality butter that is salted: Use salted creamy butter of top quality from good brands at the grocery store.
  • Melting the butter: It is good to melt the butter, around halfway in the oven. It is good to do the melting in a pre-heated oven rather than the microwave, so as to melt the butter halfway. It takes 3 to5 minutes only.
  • Butter temperature- It is vital to bring the whole butter to room temperature before beginning the cookie making.
  • Beat in eggs gently; Eggs must be blended into the sugar- butter mix, gently. Over beating will make the cookies tough.
  • Add enough flour: Add enough flour so the dough is smooth and not overly wet.
  • Use different types of chocolate chips: Add a variety of chocolate chips to make the cookies more interesting.
  • Baking small: It is good to bake cookies in small batches for better success.
  • Shaping cookie: it is always better to shape dough by hand to get ideal round balls for making cookies.
  • Use top quality flour: It is good to use high gluten flour to produce the right crust and chew to the cookies.
  • Right size: Size is also crucial for the right chocolate chip cookie. Professionals recommend a scoop size of 4 ounces for the right crumbliness and chewiness.
  • Keep away the dough: It is good to age the dough, for a day or two in the fridge for enhanced flavour r(don’t freeze).
  • Use best ingredients: There are very few ingredients in cookies so it is important to use ingredients of high-quality. This is especially true of chocolate, vanilla and butter. For best results, use top quality UK chocolate.
  • Fist mix a lot, then go slow: In the early stages, it is good to mix the ingredients really well. In this stage, the sugar crystals enter the butter and make air pockets to help the cookies rise while baking. But after adding flour, keep down the mixing. The flour’s gluten content will be activated by the liquid in the dough and with more stirring, the tougher will the cookies turn out.
  • Use salt: Salt is called for in the recipe to downplay the sweetness and enhance the chocolate flavour such that you get a well balanced cookie. Sea salt can be used for this purpose.
  • Take care of your baking pan: Avoid pan made of aluminium, which has the tendency to absorb heat and may burn the base of cookies.

These are some useful tips to help you bake the best chocolate chip cookies.

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Best protein shakes with chocolate for building muscles!

February 22nd, 2016

Do you run a lot? Are you obsessed with building muscles? If body building is your main focus for this year, we have just the right protein shake recipes for you. These are few shakes, which are good for health and consist of chocolates, which again everyone loves. So, read this post if you want to know some exciting protein shakes recipes: –

  1. Hot cocoa shake – Hot cocoa is actually good for your health if you consume it without tons of sugar. If you have received chocolates by post, mainly dark chocolate, you can use it up for your post work out drink. Just add a little milk or have it with water. Blend the mix well so that it is easy to drink.
  2. Cream orange and chocolate shake – To add a boost of vitamins, throw in some oranges to your regular chocolate shake. Make sure you add fat free vanilla cream as it has a lot of protein. Blend these ingredients before you drink it. 30 grams of this drink has about 280 calories, which is incredible for building muscles.
  3. Chocolate almond brownies – If you don’t have to have milkshake, you can switch to brownies. Just add milk, good amount of chocolate and chopped almonds on top to finish the dish. This rich and delicious recipe serves about 500 calories with a good amount of protein too. If you are a fan of brownies, then this is perfect for you. Anyways, who can ever say no to brownies?
  4. Chocolate milk – Do you Nutella at home at all times? You can simple use it to make a shake post a vigorous workout session. Just take a scoop of Nutella and add some milk to the mixture. Now put in a little vanilla and blend it in a food processor until the shake is ready. Add chopped almonds and walnuts on top for nutrition. One scoop of Nutella has about 100 calories which is great for you if you want to build muscles quickly.
  5. Chocolate and peanut butter – A shake made with peanut butter and chocolates? Who doesn’t like that! Take 2 cups of whipping cream, add peanut butter, ice cubes, chocolates, water, and flax seeds and blend this mixture. You can also use a little milk if you don’t have flax seed in hand.
  6. Banana shake – This recipe was quite an expected one. Bananas are packed with proteins, calcium and all that goodness. Use unsweetened almond milk, chopped bananas and chocolate to make this delicious smoothie. You can also add some cinnamon and other fruits if you want a healthier version of this recipe. If the banana is not sweet enough, which is barely the case or you want a sweeter drink, then add honey instead of going for sugar. Honey has various antioxidants, which will give your body more than just calories.

So, what are you waiting for? Get chocolates delivered or cocoa powder at your place right now to make this delicious protein and muscle building drinks.

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