Ordinarily, I wouldn’t be posting about a store opening, but this is different. When I found out that Lindt chocolate was opening a storefront, I was very excited. I grew up eating Lindt chocolates! Back then, Lindt was the epitome of gourmet chocolates and it was one of the special treats we got as children. […]
Cocoa Lounge returns with pure decadence
Each year, in February, The Island Hotel‘s Palm Terrace restaurant transforms its private room into a treasure trove of chocolate magnificence to celebrate Valentine’s Day. This year, the hotel’s Executive Pastry Chef, Andy de la Cruz, has outdone himself by creating a wonderland of delightful treats set within a modern and chic environment perfect for […]
sinfully sweet nights at Cocoa Lounge
This month, the Island Hotel reprises its highly popular Cocoa Lounge at Palm Terrace restaurant to celebrate Valentine’s Day. This dessert buffet promises and delivers everything chocolate and, those who have a weakness for anything deliciously sweet will not want to miss it. Executive Pastry Chef Michael Owens once again, along with his team, has […]
Spicy Chocolate Cookies are a hit
I don’t post usually recipes on my blog, but last Friday, I was invited to judge a cookie challenge hosted by Chunk N Chip and I wanted to share with all of you, the cookies which made it to the finals. The first cookie I am sharing with you is the Spicy Chocolate Cookie and comes […]
Cocoa Lounge Opens Tonight
What could possibly be better than having a love affair with food? February has always been a month of indulging your sweetheart with displays of you love. Cute stuffed animals, red roses, a glorious meal somewhere, and chocolates — tons and tons of it! If your significant other is a dessert fiend — no, let […]
