Warren Laine-Naida was born in England and grew up in Canada. He studied marketing, English literature and received his chef’s papers. He has worked 20 years in food and 10 years in marketing & communication. He has lived in Germany since 1993 where he developed his chocolate sculptures as an extension of his pastry work. He is married and has two sons, Christopher and Robyn.

The notion of birth is the stylistic drive to Warren Laine-Naida’s poetics. For him it is, first of all, a core of a thousand faces and an ideal receptacle for experiencing the rupture of meanings: “The audience accepts chocolate and is asked to accept a sculpture in chocolate. To accept a new signified using the old signifier. It is an expression of the inexplicable, of the double meaning.”

Chocolate is a versatile artistic medium and a cultural icon, but Laine-Naida saw it making flesh under natural demiurges like fire, humidity, mould, seism, time – as well as industrial and fashion trends. It expressed caved-in figures of piety and motherhood, then suburban distress blown with shattered glass, tainted with toxic waste, wax or barbed wire. Now it expresses the glamorous heaven of commodities production.

Through the art of Warren Laine-Naida, the multiple faces and reveries of chocolate have been freed from the garden of our narrow gastronomical delights. He emancipated it from alimentary colonialism into a frenzy of chemical expressions that range from alchemy to sexuality to language.

The book Art in chocolate conveys the four seasons through full-page photos of the ornate and unexpected chocolate sculptures of artist Warren Laine-Naida. A seasonal short story and recipe accompany each sculpture. The stories and recipes are in english, german, russian, spanish, french and japanese.

2009 “colour water chocolate” Bremen, Germany (with Larissa Kühler)
Other Shows in 2009: Toronto (08/09), Bremen (08/09), London (10/09), Paderborn (10/09), Wien (11/09)

2007-2008 “innocence in black and white” Halle, Germany
2006 “No More Words“ Bremen, Germany
2005 “mit den Augen Essen – begehren und überdruss“ Wien, Austria (group exhibit)
2004 “Das Bekannte und das Unbekannte“ Linz, Austria (with Ulrike Merk)
2003 “7 Deadly Sins“ London, Canada (with Joan Brennan)
2002 “Chocolarte” London, Canada
1999 “Read Between the Words” Vancouver, Canada
1997 “A Fantasy of Cake” Munich, Germany

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Pacari

Various, Nationwide

www.pacarichocolate.com

Pacari Chocolate is a line of premium organic chocolate, and the first single-origin organic chocolate made in entirely in Ecuador.

Unlike most Ecuadorian origin chocolate available, Pacari is made at source from “Arriba Nacional” cocoa beans. These beans are purchased from small Ecuadorian producers who are fairly compensated for their produce. As Pacari always manufactures in small batches, they have successfully managed to capture the complexity and unique floral notes of these cocoa beans to create a truly exceptional chocolate.

Now, distributed by Mood Foods Ltd, Pacari Chocolate has arrived in the UK market, bringing an innovative array of exotic fine chocolate products from provincial origin bars through to chocolate covered goldenberries.

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Audrey’s Chocolates

East Sussex, South East England

www.audreyschocolates.co.uk

Say Chocolate to anyone who lives in Brighton and they will say Audrey’s. Over 60 years, we have established ourselves as one of the UK finest chocolatiers.

Simply Irresistible – Audrey’s Chocolates
Say Chocolate to anyone who lives in Brighton – and they will say Audrey’s.
For over 60 years we have established ourselves as one of the UK finest Chocolatiers.

Our Chocolate is made in small batches in our own workshops using only the finest ingredients from around the world. Over the years we have won many awards for our chocolate, but the best award we have received so far is our customer loyalty.

We never stand still at Audrey’s, our chocolates are always thinking of new recipes, our latest edition to our range is our Chocolate Bars, now in 11 mouth-watering flavours, all handmade and just waiting for you to try!. Watch our for the next addition to the Audrey’s range coming soon!

To celebrate Chocolate Week will be having chocolate tastings in both our stores in Brighton and Hove throughout the week, or come and meet us at Fortnum and Mason’s on Wednesday 13th October.

View our extensive range of Chocolates on line which are all available for mail order direct from. www.audreyschocolates.co.uk

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Sweet Sensations

Online, Nationwide

www.sweetsensations.uk.com

Sweet Sensations specialises in raw chocolate – minimally processed chocolate that far outstrips even the finest quality organic dark chocolate in terms of nutrients and its positive effect on mood (highly recommended for PMT or to spice up your love life!)

In addition, everything is free from sugar, dairy and gluten, and made with natural ingredients and superfoods.

Liz Bygrave, the founder of Sweet Sensations, runs regular raw chocolate workshops in London (during Chocolate Week she will be teaching her Raw Chocolate Desserts And Cakes Workshop at Leith’s Cookery School in West London on Tuesday 13th October).

At these workshops you learn the art of making your own melt-in-your-mouth truffles, dark chocolate bars, tiramisu, chewy chocolate almond cake etc. Nothing is cooked, so no culinary skill is required. But you will be amazed at how delicious your creations are!

On the Sweet Sensations website you will also find Liz’s handmade raw chocolate truffles, chocolate making kits, easy to use chocolate moulds, and the ingredients she uses in her recipes, as well as some informative articles and a couple of recipes to get you started when you sign up to the monthly newsletter.

And if you should ever get tired of chocolate…Liz also specialises in sugar, dairy and wheat-free desserts – for instance, check out the new ice cream and sorbet booklet on the site.

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Charbonnel et Walker

Mayfair, London

www.charbonnel.co.uk

Charbonnel et Walker has been established at Britain’s Master Chocolatier’s since 1875 and today carries the Royal Warrant as chocolate manufacturers to Her Majesty the Queen.

In 1875, King Edward VII, then Prince of Wales encouraged Madame Charbonnel to leave the chocolate house of Maison Boissier in Paris to join Ms Walker to establish a chocolatier and confectionery house in London’s Bond Street, where they have remained ever since. Now Charbonnel et Walker is housed in one of London’s most elegant arcades, The Royal Arcade in Old Bond Street. Charbonnel et Walker specialise in handmade, traditionally English chocolates made to original recipes from the finest ingredients. All Charbonnel et Walker chocolates are made in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent. Charbonnel et Walker feel much pride and privilege to be endorsed with the Royal Warrant as chocolate manufacturers to Her Majesty the Queen.

Other locations

Promenade Level, Cabot Place West, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4QT
The Mall, West Concourse, Liverpool Street Station, London, EC2A 2NA
19 County Arcade, Victoria Quarter, Leeds, LS1 6BW

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Ministry of Chocolate

Various, Nationwide

www.ministryofchocolate.com

The Ministry of Chocolate is one of the UK’s leading providers of interactive chocolate adventures for businesses, universities, schools, clubs, societies, special occasions and private clients.

The Ministry runs chocolate tasting events, chocolate and wine pairing events, chocolate cookery demonstrations, team building events for businesses and a host of other chocolate talks and workshops.

With a national UK reputation for excellence, every event is run by a professional chocolatier and accomplished presenter in a light-hearted, engaging way so everyone benefits and enjoys themselves.

The Ministry has a strong and rapidly growing client base throughout the UK and prides itself on providing exceptional service. Every chocolate adventure is carefully planned, reviewed with the client and managed in a professional, hassle free way. You’d expect nothing less from a Ministry.

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Chocolate by Trish

Online, Nationwide

www.trishdeseine.com

French based, Irish chocolate lover, Trish Deseine, author of the bestselling 'Je Veux du Chocolat', will be introducing her new range of French cooks chocolate - 'Chocolate by Trish' during Chocolate Week.

She has sold over 1 million cookbooks, presented three TV series, and writes for both English and French language publications. Now her love of chocolate and her belief that using good quality can transform any cook's baking has led her to create her own range of quality French cook's chocolate due to launch in Selfridges in October, and perfect for using in recipes at home.

As part of the Selfridges Chocolate Week celebrations Trish will be demonstrating different methods of making chocolate using her Chocolate Making Kit and inviting customers to participate in blindfolded tasting tests.

All it takes is the right stuff. Rich in cocoa butter. Made in France with
love and care.

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Chocaccino Chocolate Cafe & Shop

Devon, South West England

Chocaccino is a Chocolate Café and Shop situated in the heart of Plymouth’s very, very old Barbican area right next to the Plymouth Gin Distillery.

The business was started by mother and daughter team Kim and Aisleigh in August 2007. Kim had spent the previous ten years creating and running a very well known restaurant in the city with her sister and has had a life long love affair with desserts and all things chocolate. Aisleigh had spent some years cooking and like Kim, she also had a passion for creating sweet things.

We make an array of chocolate goodies on the premises. The most popular being our selection of loose chocolates. We typically have 25 types on display including such flavours as Cranberry bomb, Posh snickers, Spanish flamenco, Chilli tingle, Think Pink Strawberry & Black pepper, Lime Zinger as well as our truffles - Milky moment, White delight & Dark moment. These of course are all our own recipes.

We mould a range of novelty figures, shapes & Bars, and not forgetting our favourite which is a hollow chocolate box to fill with a selection of chocolates from our range “save the planet, eat the box”

Our chocolate knowledge has allowed us to branch into the area of chocolate parties. We now hold adult & children’s parties where much fun and creativity runs wild amongst chocoholics

The next part of our business which keeps us on our toes, is the chocolate café. Serving Genuine Hot Chocolate, Chocoholics dream cream teas, brownies to die for, the best white chocolate cheesecake you will ever taste and much much more, as long as its chocolate. We also serve really good coffee and tea.

The quality of our cakes led to people asking us to make celebration cakes, this part of the business has grown significantly and as well as creating a range of popular cakes we now create beautiful chocolate wedding cakes.

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Galler Chocolates

Online, Nationwide

www.gallerchocolates.co.uk

Galler creates exquisite Belgian chocolates - mouth-watering pralines, tempting truffles, delicate chocolate ganache and chic chocolate Christmas presents.

Galler was founded in 1976 by the chocolatier Jean Galler and was appointed “Belgian Royal Warrant Holder” in 1994.

Enjoy the ultimate in self-indulgence and choose from a wide range of exquisite Belgian chocolates: cocoa coated truffles, assorted artisan pralines, beautiful filled bars, plain high cocoa content bars, Virtuous Sugar Free Bars, and exciting chocolate collections such as the Elements gift range.

Alternatively give friends and loved ones the gift of chocolate. Choose from fabulous Chocolate Hampers bursting with flavours, beautiful Gourmet Praline Gift Boxes, cheeky chocolate Cat’s Tongues complete with colourful tin and perfect for kids and adults alike, and innovative chocolate gifts such as the Kaori – Japanese Chocolate Calligraphy Set.

Visit Galler UK’s online shop for award winning luxury chocolate gifts from Galler delivered straight to your door. Alternatively call 0207 351 1668 to order over the phone or visit the Galler retail outlets at Harrods and John Lewis Food Halls (Oxford Street and Bluewater branches).

Other locations

Harrods, Chocolate Room, Ground floor, Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 0EW

John Lewis Food Hall, Oxford Street, London, W1A 1EX

John Lewis Food Hall, Bluewater, Greenhithe, Kent, DA9 9ST

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Cocoa Red

Isle of Man, North West England

www.cocoared.com

Cocoa Red is an exclusive artisan chocolate house situated on the southern coastline of the Isle of Man. We are a knowledgeable, passionate and dedicated team who aspire to create the most exceptional handcrafted chocolates.

It is our aim to educate people about ‘fine’ or ‘real’ chocolate and to make it available to buy.

It is Cocoa Red’s aim to source only the finest ingredients available worldwide. Our chocolate is sourced from the rarest of cocoa beans and often from the most exclusive single estate plantations. Our butter, cream and milk are acquired locally from our award-winning dairy and our other essential ingredients are sourced from only select suppliers. Every chocolate at Cocoa Red is handcrafted with expertise, care and plenty of flair. A truly unique product is always assured.

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The Chocolate Cellar

Liverpool, North West England

www.thechocolatecellar.co.uk

The Chocolate Cellar sells award-winning handmade chocolates, cakes and truffles.

Inspired by the film Chocolat, Bala Croman decided to explore the enchanting world of chocolate and was wooed by the magic of cocoa beans. From very small beginnings in her cellar, she created some unique and inspiring recipes with chocolate.

As well as selling chocolates, cakes and truffles, The Chocolate Cellar now provides a range of services including chocolate tasting parties, chocolate workshops, custom made corporate chocolate gifts and wedding chocolates to name but a few.

GOLD AWARD WINNER IN THE 2006 AND 2007 GREAT TASTE AWARDS.

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Chocolate Café

Manchester, North West England

www.chocolate-cafe.co.uk

A welcoming café and chocolate shop in Ramsbottom, also with a stylish takeout premises in Manchester as well as an online store

Purveyors of the highest quality chocolate from around the world and founders of the Ramsbottom Chocolate Festival, the Chocolate Café has built a reputation for excellence and innovation. From unique gifts such as personalised chocolate pizzas to 80% cocoa Labooko and exotic flavours such as chocolate flavoured with caramelised bacon bits, the Chocolate Café is a haven for chocolate lovers.

Customers can enjoy tipples such as chocolate beer and 100% real hot chocolate (gourmet chocolate pieces melted into frothy milk), over 20 whole leaf teas and artisan coffee. Offering exclusive brands such as Zotter, Anton Berg, Villars and Kshocolat, the Chocolate Café is ideal for indulgent gift shopping.

Other locations

Overseas House, Deansgate (on the corner of Quay Street), Manchester, M3 3BB

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L’atelier des Chefs

West End, London

www.atelierdeschefs.co.uk

L’atelier des Chefs provides cookery classes that are truly accessible to anyone with any level of cooking experience, from the absolute beginner to the die-hard foodie.

Have you always dreamt of cooking to surprise your friends and family, but just never been daring enough? Do you enjoy culinary treats but have never learned how to cook your favourites for yourself? Always cooking the same old dishes? Or do you already love to cook and are simply looking to improve your skills and discover new recipes?

L’atelier des Chefs runs new generation cookery classes that allow you to rediscover the pleasure of cooking. You’ll learn handy tips from the chef, discover how to cook exceptional dishes with every-day ingredients, and explore new recipes and flavours.

The classes are taught by professional chefs who share their know-how with a relaxed attitude in a pleasant, social environment. The classes are run as hands-on workshops in which everyone gets involved, so that you can create the recipes again at home.

Different and varied classes run each day so there is a plethora of cuisines to choose from! From the relatively easy to the very sophisticated recipe, from simple starter to mouth-watering dessert and from familiar European cooking to cuisine from all over the world, you will certainly find something to suit your taste.

Once you have taken the class, the recipes will be emailed to you so that you can create them at home and surprise the family or even throw the perfect dinner party! See the website to discover the classes and book.

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Chocolate Ecstasy Tours

Various, London

www.chocolateecstasytours.com

Chocolate Ecstasy Tours guide locals and tourists around London to some of the finest chocolate shops for the ultimate chocolate experience.

Founded in 2006 by Jennifer Earle, a true chocoholic, she and her specially-selected chocoholic guides share their passion for all things chocolate with fellow chocolate lovers and offer a VIP treatment into the dark (and milk) side of the very best chocolate in London.

Whether you've lived in London your whole life or you're just visiting, spend time a few hours relaxing and enjoying a walk around gorgeous London side streets and alleys, spoiling yourself with some of the most incredible chocolate in the world. On the exclusive Chocolate Ecstasy Tours for you and a maximum of 12 other people, you will receive special attention and learn all the chocolate secrets London has to offer.

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Food is Art

Online, Nationwide

www.foodisart.co.uk

Food Is Art Ltd produces luxury hand made chocolate art, using the finest quality chocolate, from a studio in the Cotswolds.

Prudence Staite is the inspiration behind this company. Her passion for food began when she was a child, and read the fairytale of Hansel and Gretel and the amazing edible house.
Whilst studying for her fine art degree, she started to produce art made from real food, especially chocolate.

Prudence believes that art should stimulate all the senses, not just the eye! Her philosophy is that food is an art form in itself”. Her unusual sculpting talent is recognised worldwide, and she has performed live all over the world. Her sculptures have included life size chocolate furniture, people, and even life size chocolate rooms!

She has a online shop where you can purchase some smaller chocolate art creations, such as a Chocolate Tumbling Tower game, chocolate chess, chocolate wedding favours, chocolate shoes, and chocolate skulls.

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The Academy of Chocolate

Online, Nationwide

www.academyofchocolate.org.uk

The Academy of Chocolate is an organisation run by chocolatiers and industry experts that aims to improve the standard and knowledge of chocolate in the UK.

The Academy of Chocolate was launched in the UK in London on 15 June 2005 and its aims are to:

- Encourage chocolate lovers to ‘look beyond the label’ to differentiate between chocolate confectionery and ‘real’ chocolate;
- to improve the standard and knowledge of chocolate in the UK by promoting an understanding of the ingredients of chocolate, through the chain, from bean to bar;
- to encourage the transparent sourcing of cocoa beans from the plantations, and their production in socially fair and environmentally undamaging conditions.

The Academy holds regular events and organises the Academy of Chocolate Awards each year.

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Food Inc

Bayswater, London

www.food-inc.com

Food Inc., a food market like no other, opened in June 2009 as part of the refurbishment of Whiteleys in London’s Bayswater.

Created by Harvey Nichols Food Markets and Restaurants founder Dominic Ford and business partner Pat McDonald, Food Inc. aims to delight customers by bringing ‘a restaurant approach to food shopping’ as well as injecting some fun into the experience, more akin to eating out than simply buying groceries.

“We believe that food makes people happy and we aim to make Food Inc. customers happy by bringing a fresh, innovative and enjoyable approach to food shopping, using restaurant know-how to enhance and reinvent the retail experience,” explains co-founder Dominic Ford.

Dominic and Patrick have been involved in countless successful restaurants, through which they have developed an instinctive understanding of ingredients, seasonality, menus that excite and the convivial enjoyment of food and drink.

The chefs and life-long foodies running Food Inc. are not especially interested in tins, packets and buy-one-get-one-free. Their aim is to show customers how to shop for the ingredients and ready-to-eat foods that will really make them happy.

With its unique, modern, stainless steel and glass showcase design by Architects Lifschutz Davidson Sandilands and funky graphics by Michael Nash Associates, Food Inc. promises to offer West Londoners an inspirational, contemporary food shopping experience.

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Seventypercent.com

Online, Nationwide

www.seventypercent.com

Seventypercent.com is one of the world’s leading resources for everything about fine and origin chocolate - featuring chocolate bar reviews, articles, blogs and an active community of cacao enthusiasts and professionals from around the world.

For real world chocolate tasting, Seventypercent specialises in public and corporate events where you can try the best and latest in fine chocolate, on its own, or at one of our many chocolate matching events. Wine, rum, whisky, cheese, we’re always ready to discover new and exciting combinations. At our monthly tasting events, we introduce the world of fine chocolate and feature our most recent finds, often brought back from exotic plantations or the depths of the Amazon.
So whether you’re a complete beginner or a knowledgeable connoisseur, Seventypercent.com has everything you need.

For more information about private or corporate tastings, contact us on events@seventypercent.com, or call 0870 446 0770.

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Harrods

Knightsbridge, London

www.harrods.com

With over 30 different brands of some of the world's best chocolate, as well as a restaurant completely dedicated to chocolate, Harrods is THE place to come for the true chocolate lover.

Come and experience a taste of pure indulgence...

Harrods stock the following Chocolatiers ; Neuhaus, Valrhona, Leonidas, Patchi , Charbonnel & Walker, Godiva, La Maison Du Chocolat, L'artisan Du Chocolat, Lindt, Galler, Grandazzi, Choccywoccydodah, Mariebelle, Venchi, Mademoiselle De Margaux, Grandazzi, Chocolat Du Monaco, Presat, Bendicts, Stainer, Mademoiselle De Margaux, Jessica Walker, Booja Booja, Baratti Milano, Green & Blacks, Xocoa, Maxim's De Paris, Venchi, Swiss Delice, Stollwerk, Caffarel, Grandazzi.

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Fortnum & Mason

Piccadilly, London

www.fortnumandmason.com

For three centuries Fortnum & Mason has been committed to bringing the world’s best ingredients and foods to Piccadilly.

Within the Ground Floor Food Hall, visitors can find, amongst the tea, coffee, jams, preserves, Splendid Sweets and delightful baked goods, the ultimate Chocolate Counter.

Whatever your desire Fortnum & Mason has something to satisfy even the most decadent chocolate craving, from the new range of chocolate bars, including flavours such as Macadamia & Coconut and White Chocolate Gingerbread, to exclusive rare delectable chocolate treats from all across Europe.

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Chococo

Dorset, South West England

www.chococo.co.uk

Chococo was set up by husband & wife team Andy & Claire Burnet in late 2002 and they have established themselves as one of the UK’s leading contemporary chocolate makers with a passion for freshness, purity and provenance.

As well as using origin Venezuelan chocolate, and ethically sourced ingredients, there's a real emphasis on using local seasonal produce and you'll find fresh cream from Craig's Farm Dairy, Field Honey Farms honey, Denhay butter, Somerset cider brandy, Long Barn lavender, Bramley & Gage fruit liqueurs, Purbeck fruit jellies and Old Thumper beer from Ringwood Brewery featuring in the chocolates.

Visitors to Cocoa Central in Swanage, on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, can book into a chocolate-making workshop in their original chocolate kitchen, buy from the shop opposite and also enjoy delicious hot chocolates, chocolate afternoon teas, chocolate fondues, ice cream sundaes (with local Purbeck Ice Cream), freshly ground coffees and locally handmade cakes & bakes in Chococo's chocolate café next door.

Chococo have a long list of accolades; 29 fine food awards, including coveted 3 Star Gold Great Taste Awards in both 2009 for their Blackcurrant Beauty fresh chocolate & in 2010 for their Fresh Mint chocolate, a 2009 Gold Academy of Chocolate Award for their Gorgeous Ginger, Inspirational Food Business in the Taste of Dorset awards 2009 & Best Food Producer in the Dorset Food & Drink awards 2007. Claire is also a member of the Academy of Chocolate.

Constantly innovating, they create not only a wide selection of hand-dipped fresh truffles & chocolates but also edible decorated chocolate boxes, slabs & bars studded with fruits, nuts & spices, hot chocolate mixes, chocolate fridge cakes, handmade tablet and hand-dipped organic dried fruits.

Nationwide Mail Order service available online or by phone
Shop & Café open Monday - Saturday 10am to 5pm, and also on Sundays in the summer holidays.

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Co Couture

Online, Nationwide

www.cocouture.co.uk

Co Couture focuses on creating gourmet artisan chocolate handmade in small batches using only the finest raw ingredients.

Experience the quality and pleasure in every delightful bite of out tantalising selection of fresh chocolates and chocolate bars.

We use a blend of fine chocolate to create our chocolates. Each blend is then carefully and expertly matched to its flavouring to ensure the ultimate taste sensation.

The Guild of Fine Food awarded our Irish Whisky Truffle the coveted 3-star Gold in the Great Taste Awards 2008. Our Dark Chocolate with Biscuit & Cranberry also received a stunning 2-star Gold.
Co Couture is the new kid on the block although we are definitely one to watch!

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Coco of Bruntsfield

Edinburgh, Scotland

www.cocochocolate.co.uk

Coco specialises in Fine Organic Chocolate. Coco only sells 'real chocolate' - that is chocolate with high cocoa content and all of the expensive & delicious cocoa butter

Coco produces chocolate in its own Edinburgh kitchens, which opens it's doors twice a month for a chocolate school. Coco is a proud member of SOPA (The Scottish Organic Producers Association), adhering to their strict guidelines for organic chocolate production.

Our beautiful shop in Bruntsfield offers you a charming environment to relax or enjoy with friends. Allow our trained staff to explain the chocolates from bean to bar, serve liqueurs & muscats that enhance the chocolate experience or enjoy the finest Italian Massimo coffee & loose leaf teas.

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Cocomaya

Bayswater, London

www.cocomaya.co.uk

An artisan chocolate shop selling a range of single estate chocolate delicacies, alongside chocolate drinks, ice cream, brownies and cakes using the rarest and finest cocoa beans.

Three of London’s key players in fashion and lifestyle - Joel Bernstein, Gail Mejia and Walid Al Damirji - have created an original concept environment for the shop on Connaught Street, with personally sourced settings and display units. Green degrade effect walls, reclaimed wood floor, marble top counters and pink high gloss display units act as a backdrop to the menagerie of antique glass and mirrored pieces used to display product. Butterflies dotted on walls lend a touch of fantasy. This is old-world with a contemporary twist.

Bespoke items can be created, from chocolate insects to a chocolate violin – the perfect gift for the person who has everything. Chocolates will be presented on semi-precious stones or in boxes, jewel-like in colour.

The products have no artificial sugars, sweeteners or preservatives giving a unique taste and will be made on the premises by chocolatier Jonathan Suthee Phelk Deddis. Everything sold is made in England from ethical sources.

Other locations

3 Porchester Place, London, W2 2BS

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Cocoa Loco

Online, Nationwide

www.cocoaloco.co.uk

Cocoa Loco are an award winning artisan organic chocolate company who love making super scrumptious confections that are so chocolatey they make you jump for joy.

They make a range of organic and Fairtrade chocolates in environmentally friendly packaging. There are fabulous brownies in lots of flavours, even one with a hint of chilli to transform your morning cappuccino into something decadent.

Savour their handmade heavenly truffles with a glass of red and snack on their glorious hand baked cookies with a deep dark chocolate heart. Try their fruit and nuts draped in silky smooth chocolate guaranteed to make your mouth water and your soul sing.

See our full range online at www.cocoaloco.co.uk

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Damian Allsop

Online, Nationwide

www.damianallsop.com

Acclaimed chocolatier and pastry chef Damian Allsop creates a range of sensational chocolates and ganaches without cream for an intense chocolate experience

Trained in the kitchens of Gordon Ramsay and Giorgio Locatelli, followed by 5 years in a 2 Michelin-starred restaurant in Spain, Damian has developed all his own recipes to enable him to omit the use of cream in his ganaches. The result? The chocolate experience is all the more intense because there is no cream to cover the true flavour.

Damian makes his signature water-based ganaches with a range of flavours from the more classical fresh mint, single malt whisky or hazelnut praline to innovative combinations like salty liquorice or pear and anise; semi-liquid truffles that change flavour in your mouth; and funky lollipops; amongst other original and unique creations.

“Damian's understanding of his craft and creative genius makes these chocolates truly special and an amazing addition to any restaurant." Says Adam Byatt, Chef and Proprietor Trinity Restaurant.
Damian Allsop Chocolates Ltd supplies gastronomic chocolates to hotels, restaurants and speciality shops around the UK.

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Demarquette Fine Chocolates

Chelsea, London

www.demarquette.com

Using only the very best ingredients, Chocolatier Marc Demarquette meticulously hand makes each chocolate using traditional artisan techniques handed down by generations of only the best chocolatiers.

‘Taste the World through Chocolate’ is the guiding principle behind the imaginative selection of fine ganaches, truffles and chocolate bars. Unique contemporary flavours are delicately combined to create fine chocolates that are inspired by the world’s cultural diversity and heritage. All flavours, for example Arabian Coffee, Seville Orange, Japanese Cherry Blossom, Earl Grey Tea or Thai Lemon Grass, are tastefully written on each individual chocolate. Hand selected assortments are presented in luxury gift boxes of different sizes displaying Demarquette’s signature ‘D’.

Marc Demarquette, who trained at the prestigious Maison Lenôtre in Paris, is passionate about using only the very best ingredients sourced to the highest standards in order to offer you the finest chocolates. As well as being the only accredited partner to Valrhona in London, he has also been exclusively commissioned by Fortnum & Mason to produce their bespoke range of fresh chocolates.


Opening Times:

Monday: closed
Tuesday – Thursday: 11am - 6pm
Friday & Saturday: 11am - 7pm
Sunday: (seasonal - see the website)

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Divine Chocolate

Various, Nationwide

www.divinechocolate.com

Divine Chocolate has sponsored Chocolate Week since it began eight years ago. Divine works with hotels, restaurants, tea rooms and shops across the country to offer a range of chocolate experiences for chocolate lovers

Highlights include a Divine themed afternoon tea at The Orangery at Kensington Palace; chocolate dim sum at The Grosvenor Hotel; chocolate cocktails at K West Lounge and a Divine Truffle Making course at Widemouth Manor Hotel in Cornwall.

Divine’s products are made using the very best cocoa beans which are nurtured and handpicked by farmers in Ghana who take extra pride in farming because they co-own the company. Divine’s range of over 40 products contain no artificial flavours or preservatives and are made with entirely natural ingredients.