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What is a Chocolate Infusion?
On By Bill Dietz / 0 comments
I like to think that in my own way, I have maintained the same integrity that my grand father held when he opened his bakery in the early 1900’s when he came to this country from germany. All we’re really doing here is adding life back into the words homemade or handmade. Even though I have been a professional in the food service business for a long time, I like to think that in my own way, I have maintained the same integrity that my grand father held when he... Read more
The Secret Chocolatier Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Fudge and Chocolate Fudge Icing
Good Homemade Chocolate Frosting Recipes
On By Bill Dietz / 0 comments
Everyone has their own variant of homemade chocolate icing/frosting. A Little more butter, little less, powdered sugar, egg whites, chocolate chocolate and more chocolate! If I've tried ten I've tried... Read more
Valentine's Chocolate Photo/Video Montage
On By Andy Ciordia / 0 comments
  Having trouble viewing? Check out the chocolate music video on YouTube Valentine’s Chocolate If you are looking for something to satisfy any chocoholic this Valentine’s day get your order in with The Secret Chocolatier and save 15% with the use of BEMINE09 during checkout. Special runs until the day after Valentine’s (just in case you find yourself in the doghouse). Read more
Giving Artisanal Chocolate Is Always Special
On By Andy Ciordia / 0 comments
Artisan 1 : a worker who practices a trade or handicraft : craftsperson 2 : one that produces something (as cheese or wine) in limited quantities often using traditional methods Something we say a lot around here, “When it’s made with passion it’s bound to be good.” Artisanal chocolate gifts are always a fantastic gift to give. It doesn’t matter if it’s a holiday, celebration, seasonal gifting or a moment to honor someone special. Christmas to Valentine’s, Mother’s Day to Teacher appreciation, Birthday’s all around are made special by having... Read more
Supporting The Chocolate Ball 2009
On By Andy Ciordia / 0 comments
We like to support good causes. From farming to helping people back on their feet, the family here cares. We were approached to participate as a sponsor in this years Chocolate Ball run by Substance Abuse Prevention Services (SAPS) in Charlotte, NC. The Executive Director of SAPS, Helen Harrill can often be found at the markets talking with her local farmers and artisanal crafters and that’s how we came to meet her. She’s bright, funny, deeply caring, and a true inspiration to talk with. As we started heading down the... Read more
What's Your Favorite Homemade Dessert?
What's Your Favorite Homemade Dessert?
On By Andy Ciordia / 0 comments
Everyone has a favorite. It can be as simple as a touchstone from childhood or something more modern. Homemade desserts. Just thinking about it makes you salivate, dreamy, maybe even... Read more
Healthy Homemade Chocolate
On By Karen Dietz / 0 comments
I know that many of us are lamenting the few extra pounds we are carrying after the holidays and are trying to completely avoid sweets. However, eating small bites of really, really, good chocolate is so completely satisfying that after one piece you don’t feel the need to keep eating big bags of it (thus the extra pounds). Therefore, the better choice for all of us would be to have a well made chocolate truffle every day or two, or three. Satisfaction Helps Us People are always asking me how... Read more