I’ve eaten quite a few different brands of chocolates around Christmas over the years, and a lot of them are kind of disappointing. The first truffles were made from scraps left over from cutting dipped chocolates into uniform shapes. There’s a noticeable black currant flavor that some might not like because it’s a bit artificial tasting. In the event that Costcuisine receives compensation for a post from the manufacturer of a product or some other third party, the arrangement will be clearly disclosed (including where the manufacturer of a product provides Costcuisine with a free sample of the product). To our existing members, we’d like to say thank you for sharing the past year with us at the Gourmet Chocolate of the Month Club!

Covering core confectionery, chocolate and snacks markets, the event will feature a high calibre of presentations representing the complete value chain of the industry.Sofie De Lathouwer, CEO Gudrun: “With our new Cacaofruit Bites, we have created a top-notch Belgian chocolate product that not only offers a taste explosion, but also takes the sustainable nature of our company to the next level. Whether sharing amongst friends or savouring for yourself, discover a true indulgence for the genuine connoisseur. The truffle centers are piped out and chilled, then coated with tempered chocolate and cocoa, confectioners' sugar, ground nuts, or praline powder. Gudrun is one of Belgium's best known praline producers, noted for the quality and purity of their products. Crafted in the centuries-old tradition of Europe's finest chocolatiers, this collection of fine belgian chocolates will please any palate from the rich.

It is set to draw together some of the industry’s leading lights to discuss major challenges facing the sector, and exploring combined solutions, featuring a trade fair and chocolate festival.The event is linked to the wider Amsterdam cocoa and chocolate week, which includes the World Cocoa Foundation partnership meeting. Gudrun’s ever-popular Bolitas may not win you million dollars like the lottery balls for which they’re named, but they are made of 100% premium Belgian chocolate with soft truffle filling. Gudrun’s ambition as a Belgian chocolatier has always been to make sure these amazing innovations would be shared with a larger audience as this was in fact how the company came to be.

Pralines (pronounced prah-leen in Belgium), cocoa powdered truffles and even the ballotin (a box that was specially designed to protect individual chocolate pieces) were created and perfected by Belgian chocolatiers in the 20th century and have since conquered the world. This principle requires a shift in the mindset of both food companies and consumers, as the latter often associates by-products with waste or inferior raw materials, which is not the case when correctly applied,” explains Gus Verhaeghe, Innovation Manager at Flanders’ FOOD. Nutrition and allergen information may be affected; therefore, you should always check product labels and not rely solely on the information presented here.Arabica: A rich milk chocolate shell conceals an aromatic dark chocolate ganache infused with a signature roast of Arabica coffee. Or maybe it’s something about being enrobed in our signature recipe chocolate before being gently rolled in tongue-tingling shaved chocolate flakes. Other reasons include concerns about hygiene and safety, and the mistaken belief that these products are of inferior quality. Whenever possible they’re made from materials that are biodegradable, recycled or 100% recyclable, ready to re-join the circular economy once you’ve enjoyed what’s inside. Gudrun’s Cacaofruit Bites proves otherwise, but there clearly is still work to be done when it comes to communication and lowering the barrier for other food companies.

Crafted in the centuries-old tradition of Europe's finest chocolatiers, this collection of fine Belgian chocolates offers a luxurious array of high-quality delights, from the rich dark and light white chocolate notes to crunchy hazelnut and fruity raspberry bites.Please note our products may be near or past their best before date, please check our About page for further information . Be sure to check out our new vegan range, including Grand Plant Based Flaked Truffles: exquisite vegan and gluten-free delicacies. Careful efforts to marl the coloured yarns have created a fabric that is full of visual movement upon close inspection. The collection you are about to discover was created around a central theme; the aim for the Gudrun chocolatiers was to demonstrate their mastery by finding the perfect balance between contrasts, whether they be contrasting tastes or textures.