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Return To Chocolate Article Archive   The Worlds Best Chocolate Comes From.... By John Francis Amberden You know it's addictive. You know that it can be fattening. You know that it contains loads of sugar. Has that stopped you? Of course not! It's chocolate we're talking about here! Who can give it up? Chocolate is the favorite vice of both young and old. There are so many types out there. You can find practically any kind of chocolate to satisfy even the most finicky among us. Undoubtedly, the worshippers at the altar of chocolate are a vocal bunch. Ask anyone where the best chocolate in the world come from and you'll get a variety of opinions, but most will agree that Belgian chocolate is among, if not the, best. Belgian chocolate, as we know it today, evolved during the 19th century, but chocolate itself had been present in Belgium for roughly three centuries already. Today, there are many major brands of Belgian chocolate including Guylian, Côte dOr and the exquisite Godiva chocolates. Even Leonidas, which is considered to be the cheapest out of all the major brands of Belgian chocolate, has a vast following worldwide. This can be attributed to the quality of Belgian chocolate, but also the variety available. Unlike many other types, which stick to popular combinations of caramel, raisins and a few classes of nuts, Belgian chocolate displays practically every edible combination possible. Just go to the online catalogue of any big brand. Youll see sections for truffles, nuts, fruits, white chocolate and a host of other categories. If you cant find something you like, then you dont really love chocolate The melt-in-your-mouth consistency of Belgian chocolate has made it a favorite for use in chocolate fountains. This is the latest craze at parties, weddings and many other social events. Chocolate fountains are essentially devices for heating chocolate, which is then transported vertically before flowing over tiers for a waterfall effect. Belgian chocolate is usually high in cocoa butter, giving it the naturally wonderful consistency that is recommended for chocolate fountains. Chocolate fountains are also a lot easier to obtain than a traditional wedding cake. Theres no need to pay someone tons of money for an intricate design and you dont have to worry about anything falling apart on the big day. A growing number of catering companies offer chocolate fountains as an alternative and theyre usually a big hit with guests, who can unleash their inner child by dipping strawberries, marshmallows and anything else you give them, in the cascading Belgian chocolate. About the Author: John Francis Amberden is a regular article contributor on many topics. If you have found this article helpful, visit his resource sites, http://www.chocolategourmet.info and http://www.chocolate-dessert-recipes.info. For information on other topics of interest, visit http://www.moreinformationblog.com. keywords: Chocolate | Chocolates | Candy Best Dark Chocolate

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