If there is one thing that I love about the Christmas season it is the joy of pigging out on chocolate and having an excuse to cram in as many calories as humanely possible. From being brought the classic ‘Celebration’ and ‘Quality Street’ Christmas tins and eating them all in one sitting, to stealing the candy from the kid’s and pretending that ‘Santa was punishing them for being greedy’, when it comes to eating chocolate, I believe that I am a pro. So naturally when my favourite luxury chocolate supplier of ‘happy dreams’ AKA Hotel Chocolat told me that ‘Christmas was coming early this year’, I was more than placated with their promise of free ‘glorious chocolate’. What could my surprise package be I wondered, as I waited like a cat at the door in search of fresh milk. Enter The Chocolate Christmas Wreath Box with 40 mind blowing chocolates, two Grand Snowflakes and one Festive Christmas Wreath, sent by express delivery from Santa himself. From the ‘Christmas Gifts For Her‘ page, the Christmas Wreath was beautifully presented in a white ribbon emblazoned box, and the smell of chocolaty goodness wafted up to my nostrils like a sensual aphrodisiac.
A Close Up Of Eton Mess, Treacle Tart, Cookie & Caramel Wreath, Gianduja Bombe & Cinnamon Bun
But would the chocolates past my taste test and be approved for an upcoming Christmas Gift Guide For Her I hear you ask? As I bit into the ‘Supermilk Caesar’ , I was hit with the most breathtaking explosion of praline, which contrasted against the whole Piedmont hazelnut beautifully and was accentuated by smooth and creamy 50% milk mousse. It was like Nutella and Snickers had a ‘love child’ and that love child had become a millionaire , in short I was ready to marry the chocolate wreath there and then, After all, at least chocolate would always keep me company unlike the f**kboys I always seemed to attract. But how would the rest of the chocolates hold up? In actuality Hotel Chocolat had created a ‘festive masterpiece’ and not only were the chocolates beautifully presented but the artisan craftsmanship behind every individual chocolate was just exquisite. While the ‘Supermilk Caesar’ was undoutabely a stand out, other contenders for the crown of winning ‘Faded Spring’s heart’ was the ‘Billionaires Shortbread’ and the ‘Carrot Cake Chocolate’.
The Billionaires Shortbread was like an orgasm; short but sweet, with plenty of momentum in the middle to keep my interest piqued. The Piedmont hazelnut praline added depth to the shortbread and struck the right contrast between ‘smooth’ and ‘crunchy’ while the silky sensuous blend of caramel chocolate and hazelnut praline, was accentuated by the crumbly cookie pieces peeking through the top. It was little wonder that I had found the shortbread to be such a pleasure experience, given my fondness for ‘praline’ but nevertheless nothing could have prepared me for this beautiful chocolate moment. The Carrot Cake on the other hand was light, creamy and had a subtle tinge of spice, that was almost as ‘foodgasmic’ as the ‘SuperMilk Caesar’ and the ‘Billionaires Shortbread’. Containing real carrot, there was no question of a doubt that it tasted exactly like ‘carrot cake’ and honey I was living for it. If I thought I was marrying the Christmas Wreath before, I was all too ready to buy a ‘couples coffin’ so that I could stay in eternal slumber with the chocolate for all eternity!
A Close Up Of The Billionaire Shortbread
At this point I was committed to joining the ‘Hotel Chocolat cult’ and decided to sell my soul to the ‘Chocoate God’, ordering all my loved ones to buy me as much chocolate as humanly possible. From the fabulous looking ‘Merry Christmas Everyone Hamper’ to ‘The Chocolate and Fizz Collection’ my Christmas wishlist had transformed into a sea of rather delicious looking chocolate. But what were my top picks?
The Chocolate Wreath In All Its Beautiful Chocolate Goodness. A Chocolate A Day Keeps The Stalkers Away…
The Chocolate & Fizz Collection
What better way to celebrate eating your way through life this Christmas than with some good ol’ fashioned ‘plonk’ and sumptuous chocolate to boot? Partial to a good bottle of prosecco, nothing screams Christmas Indulgence more than a glass of fizzy and a classic chocolate pairing this festive season. From a Classic Champagne Truffles Selector-which having tried them in the ‘Christmas Wreath Box’ I can attest that they are boozy-licious- to a full bodied prosecco , with fruity tasting notes, this Christmas is guaranteed to be a firecracker.
Merry Christmas Everyone Christmas Hamper
At the top of my wishlist-which if my wishes to receive as much chocolate as humanly possible is not granted, there will be hell to pay LOL- is this beautiful festive hamper. Although the ‘Christmas Hamper is meant to be a ‘family affair’, I’m pretty sure I would be keeping this delicious secret all to myself. From ‘White Snowflakes’ which as a white chocolate fan makes my heart melt with joy to a ‘Winter Puddings Box’ which contains delights like the infamous ‘treacle tart’ shaped in a ‘Letter H’, this Christmas Santa got a lil’ naughty. What H stands for beats me but my guess is something festive like ‘Ho Ho’ or ‘Haggis’ although I hope that it’s not haggis!
The Chocolatier’s Table
What better way to make my loved one swoon-AKA me, myself and I- than with a chocolate gift set full of unadulterated pleasure? With naughty delights like ‘Raspberry Pannacotta’ and ‘The Passionfruit Margarita’, get yourself a ‘hot date’ with the sauciest chocolate box in town. Lets put it this way, if someone buys me a box of chocolates that looks this good, I’m about ready to hop on a flight to Timbucktoo and elope into the mountains with them. And if you have gone on a first date this winter with a douchebag that has made you question all mankind, then no worries because chocolate has always got your back.
Excuse Me I Have A Date With A Chocolate Snowflake. Ah Chocolate, Falling In Love With Me Since 1993
The Bliss Luxury Chocolate Hamper
Ok I lied when I said that the ‘Christmas Hamper’ was at the top of my wishlist, because then I saw this ‘luxury beast’ and boy was it a dream to behold. With everything from divine chocolate spread to hot chocolate, this hamper is made for greedy monkeys like me who think nothing of having chocolate for dinner. And yes on nights where I can’t be bothered to cook and am too tired to ‘eat real food’ I will quite literally eat ‘chocolate for dinner’. And let me tell you, it’s freaking delicious. The perfect night in for a ‘designated session of me time’, why not treat yourself to some milky hot chocolate, prosecco and champagne truffle? Now that is what I call a Christmas to be remembered!
Excuse The Rain Drops. They Thought They Could Steal My Chocolate But They Were Wrong…
What Are Your Thoughts On Hotel Chocolat? Have You Ever Tried It Before?
*Disclaimer
Please note this is a sponsored conversation with Hotel Chocolat but all thoughts are my own and are not affected by monetary compensation.
I think I am literally THE biggest Hotel Chocolat fan in the world, haha! I LOVE it!! I can’t pass the shop without popping in and buying something, their dark chocolate is to die for!!!
This is such a divine post – I love the chocolate snow flake so sweet and would make a fab festive cake topper x
My husband gifted me a few chocolate hampers this evening, he knows how much I love chocolates! 🙂 This chocolate wreath box looks amazing, the chocolate snowflake is beautiful.
Since, I don’t have to give these to her, I will take that for myself. Thanks for the chocolates and making me drool during work, will remember that :p
Hotel chocolat is my absolute favourite chocolate!! They’re so different! I love them
CREASING at your review of the Billionaires Shortbread, bloody hell! What are you like? I’m running round the Arndale tonight getting last minute gifts and I’ll have to drop in HC to pick some up… for myself!
Oh my word I’m in Hotel Chocolat heaven I would be happy with any or all of these as a Christmas gift!
Love the decoeration and styling of these chocolate. Can def be a perfect gift for anyone to giveaway on festivities.
Oh my! I love chocolate and Hotel Chocolat is my favourite too. These look amazing but if they were in my house they wouldn’t last until Christmas. Enjoy you lucky thing!
Oh my goodness! Delicious! We have had a new Hotel Chocolate store open up here in Belfast – I must pop in after seeing this!
These all look so delicious! I would be happy with any!
They look amazing! I never really buy anything from Hotel Chocolat as the price never sits right with me but I do enjoy their chocolates and the fact they always look amazing x
I love Hotel Chocolat – such luxury! I have got quite a few gifts from there for people this year. This looks stunning though – love the ‘Christmas Mess choc 🙂 x
I don’t think I’ve ever had Hotel Chocolat chocolate before, but they sound delicious! I love indulging in chocolate over Christmas. I’m usually so good with my diet, but it all goes to pot over the Christmas holidays.
Hotel Chocolat what is the not to like, these look absolutely scrumptious
Hotel Chocolate do the most amazing gift ideas, it always amazes me the things they come up with , as it’s not all about chocolate.
But that’s by the by, HOW amazing does this selection look, those snowflake ones are just WOW.
These remind me so much of my grandpa when I was growing up. Every year to Christmas dinner he brought two things: A huge box of chocolates and a fruitcake. By the end of the night, nobody had touched the fruitcake, and the chocolates were a pleasant memory. My favorites were always milk chocolate (anything). Especially with almonds, or caramel. Oh, and the turtle clusters my brother and fought over. Thanks for the trip down memory lane. x
It looks so amazing. I would want it all. We tend not to bring these types of things home and only enjoy it out so as to make it a bit easier to resist.
Wow that massive box looks amazing. My problem with those things is if I open them then they’re all gone x
I absolutely love Hotel Chocolat and had forgotten about them until reading your post. Every year, while we were in the UK, I’d treat us to over £100 worth of their goodies. I must see if they do international shipping!
Hotel Chocolat always do the best Christmas gifts for chocoholics. The chocolate wreath looks so impressive – I almost wouldn’t want to tuck in – almost 😉
I love hotel chocolat I always treat myself to the dipping selection around Christmas time
I absolutely LOVE Hotel Chocolat and their Christmas range is always welcome in our house. Delicious stuff!
I have never tried Hotel Chocolat before but I love the selection of chocolates you have mentioned. I love the sound of the billionaires shortbread as it’s one of my favourite combinations. The raspberry pannacotte sounds delicious and I would be more than happy to receive any for christmas!
I’m a huge chocaholic – so to me this looks divine! I have a nut allergy though, I don’t suppose you know if they have a nut free range at all?
Hotel Chocolat is really lovely, and this selection box so pretty I’d almost feel guilty eating the first one… then probably scoff half the box in under an hour.
Wow, that’s one of the most amazing boxes of chocolate I’ve ever seen! Wouldn’t mind getting this for Christmas 🙂
Ooh wow these look so good! I absolutely love chocolate haha and I love receiving them as gifts too! Such a fun gift to give – something everyone likes!
I love the dark chocolates at Hotel Chocolat – I would love for them to do a whole hamper of dairy free chocolates but currently you have to pick and mix!
C x
Wow the chocolates look yummy. The rain drops couldn’t steal this beauty. Yummy chocolates 🍫
Ooh Hotel Chocolat is my absolute favourite!! I have asked for any of the dark chocolate range for Christmas, which is even better as the children only like milk!
I love hotel chocolat and we have a local store where we often go for drinks and pick some lovely chocolates and hot chocolates. These look absolutely delicious
Oh my God! The chocolate wreath in all its beautiful chocolate goodness makes me wanna just go in there and devour them. And here i am thinking I’ve seen the best chocolates in stores wrap in chocolate wrapper until I’ve seen this. Amazing!
I love chocolate so I need to check out this company. I haven’t tried them before x
This look incredible, the millionaires shortbread oh myyy!
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Chocolate never lets you down! The wreath looks so beautiful. A new Hotel Chocolat has just opened in the Lexicon near me so I will head there when I get the chance (they have a cafe too which I’ve been dying to try!)
These chocolates look delicious! I wish i got these for Christmas
I’m reading this while munching on a box of quality street, which don’t look nearly as appealing as these Hotel Chocolat chocolates! The flavours in this gift box sound unreal! x
I’ve never had a Hotel Chocolate experience yet, it’s definitely on my must do list. The chocolates look INSANE!!
We had one of these for Christmas too and it was so yummy!