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Spa at Trump – Wellness Chocolate & Biodynamic Wine Pairing

Roxanne Browning — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 15:15:22 +0000

Tuesday, April 26 7-9pm Trump Soho Hotel-Spa at Trump
246 Spring Street, NY, NY

Antidote Chocolate, made from a blend of raw and roasted organic Ecuadorian cacao, dried fruits, flowers and spices for purity and nutrition are paired up with biodynamic red wines from South America’s acclaimed wine regions.

Roxanne Browning, New York’s Chocolate Sommelier from Exotic Chocolate Tasting and Matt Spirn from The Northport Tasting Room will be your guides though this relaxed evening that will awaken all your senses… and enrich your mind. Chocolate maker, Red Thalhammer will share her knowledge of chocolate health benefits of her chocolates named after Greek goddesses.

Experience this first time event at the luxurious and peaceful setting of the Spa at Trump. Treat your body, mind and soul with the gift and the “Food of the gods.”

Event was a great success, fun had by all. Photos and video will be posted on my Face Book page shortly.

Host an Exotic Chocolate Tasting

Roxanne Browning — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 20:57:59 +0000

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Roxanne will guide you and your guests on a journey discovering chocolates from Madagascar, the Amazon rain forest and tropical Islands paired with wine or straight up. A passport around the world from your home, office, restaurant or wine bar. An affordable luxury creating a smart and distinct event that is both entertaining and educational, providing value within budget. Have fun with friends, family, coworkers, or business associates in this palate pleasing adventure!

Tasting chocolate is different than eating chocolate
Single-origin chocolate makers rely on the flavor of the cacao bean to shine. Unique as a snowflake, each handcrafted bar will have a distinct flavor profile. Enjoy these award winning chocolates while discovering their journey from the bean to the bar, how they sustain the rainforests and its indigenous people and mindfully savor each bite for your well being.

Chocolate & wine…now that’s a perfect sensory experience! The concept of chocolate enhancing the flavors and nuances of wine is proven each time a guest has that second sip with the chocolate. An “aha!” moment follows — Infusion of flavors using all the senses will reveal a fun new way to enjoy these beloved pleasures. Beer/spirits chocolate pairings are also available. See the video below for a peek!

Chocolate & Wine Pairing Event

A Chocolate Pairing or Tasting includes:

Each event can be customized to meet your needs:
• The world of chocolate – an interactive presentation – History of chocolate, how it’s made, the health benefits, and what to look for and avoid on a chocolate bar label
• Guided tasting of flights of chocolate; from 3 to 6 organic Direct Trade dark, milk, white, fusion, raw from 60%-80% cacao from all over the world
• Chocolate tasting place mats for rating; describe the aromas, textures and flavors

Your venue or at wine bars, winery or restaurants. Details & pricing to host an Exotic Chocolate Tasting, call or email Roxanne at 631-252-0658 ExoticChocolateTasting@gmail.com

See listing of public events on the right panel in the New York area

GIFT CERTIFICATES – Available for all public events. Sent by email or snail mail. References available upon request

Chocolate & Wine for Valentine’s Day

Roxanne Browning — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 20:04:59 +0000

Ready for wine, chocolate and romance? The perfect match… smooth, rich, and full of surprises. A sure way to score points for the “romantically challenged.” Exotic Chocolate Tasting has scheduled many public events to celebrate the sweetest day of the year.

Choose between Long Island Vineyards, Wine Bars and several Restaurants for Chocolate Covered Wine Dinners. Roxanne, New York’s Chocolate Sommelier working with chefs and wine makers to create this exciting pairings that will awaken all our senses!

See “Events-public” links on the right side panel for the venues. Pricing ranges from $18-$65 for wine & chocolate pairings; Chocolate Covered Dinners – 4-course at Bistro 72 is $72 per person, Amarelle is 6-course for $96 per person. Call for info at the numbers provided or contact Roxanne. Book early, they will be in hot! GIFT CERTIFICATES – Sent by email or snail mail

News on Exotic Chocolate Tasting

Roxanne Browning — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 14:09:11 +0000

Northport’s Former Mayor Says Nothing Follows Politics Better Than Wine & Chocolate

Roxanne has always been a woman who follows her passions. She worked in advertising and then in politics as Northport’s mayor for ten years. She enjoyed the positive role she played in improving the environment and quality of life for her neighbors in a town that she loves. She then went out in search of another rewarding profession and that is when she stumbled upon the world of chocolate…read the full article

Pairings at Panama’s

Roxanne Browning — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 17:28:59 +0000

Friday, June 18th 7pm Enjoy a 4 course meal that infuses exotic chocolates into savory dishes, paired with fine wines.

See the photos of the event on the Face Book page by clicking on the button on the right

Savory and sweet – Each course starts with a wine and chocolate pairing, then be dazzled with Chef Matt’s infusion of that chocolate into each dish. A new twist to make your dining pleasure unique and enjoyable. The only Long Island restaurant rated “Extraordinary” by the NY Times, continues to “Wow” its followers…be dazzled.

872 E. Jericho Tpke, Huntington Station
$95 per person
RSVP 631-351-1727

Wine & Chocolate at The Vine Wine Bar

Roxanne Browning — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:44:12 +0000

Wine & Chocolate Pairing Class
Saturday, March 26 6pm – 8pm

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Wine & Chocolate…Divine at the Vineyards

Roxanne Browning — Tue, 18 May 2010 20:29:38 +0000

Borghese Vineyards Wine & Chocolate Pairing Sunday, April 16 & Saturday, May 14 3-4pm

Third appearance at the North Forks oldest and most respected winery, we will present 4 new artisan chocolates paired with their award winning wines in their private tasting room overlooking the vineyards. Route 48 (Sound Ave) Cutchogue RSVP 631-734-5111 or email info@castellodiborghese.com $30 per person

www.castellodiborghese.com

Laurel Lake Vineyards – Wine & Chocolate Experience! Sunday, May 15, July 10 & Aug. 28 1-2pm

Laurel Lake and Exotic Chocolate Tasting has paired up a flight that will excite! Your senses will experience four outstanding wines matched to organic artisan chocolates from Madagascar, Ecuador, Grenada and Bolivia in their private tasting room.

After you have experienced the wine and chocolate pairing, stay to have a picnic lunch overlooking the sweeping vineyard views from the upper decking… relax and savor the essence of wine country.

3165 Main Road, Laurel RSVP 631-298-1420 or email info@llwines.com

$30 pp for 4 pairings Laurel Lake Vineyards

Exotic Chocolate Tasting Kits

Roxanne Browning — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 21:15:59 +0000

Do-it-yourself Chocolate Tasting Kits for your home or office indulgence. Chocolate is no longer a guilty pleasure…just pure joy, good for you and a mood booster. All bars are full size, made by American Artisan Chocolatiers of organic, Fair trade chocolate and bean-to-bar from far away places we dream to visit. The three collections are a distinct variety of flavors and nuances that will awaken the taste buds and excite the mind. Using all the senses you and your guests will become chocolate aficionados and experience a truly memorable event.

All the kits would make a great gift for chocolate lovers!

Included in the Exotic Chocolate Tasting kits:

Chocolate tasting place mats for rating; describe the aromas, textures and flavors.
Exotic Chocolate Tasting Kit-Fruit of the Rainforests Collection
A guide for the host for palate cleansers and settings.
A handout on the chocolate health benefits-adds to a guilt free evening!

Plantation Sensation – 4 bars serves up to 12 guests
Perfect for a romantic affair for two with plenty left for another day or share with party guests to top off a night of fun. Single-origins, blends and fusion bars.
$35 + shipping

Fruit of the Rainforests – 6 bars serves up to 18 guests
For the serious foodies, experience blissful ecstasy with this full range of chocolates from six countries. Single-origins, blends, raw and fusion bars.
$49 + shipping

Love Match – Chocolates made for wine – each half-pound bar serves 20-30 guests
This collection of wine specific chocolates originates from Ghana, Africa. Each bar matches up the wines for you that take the guess work out of wine and chocolate pairing. Milk, medium, and extra dark chocolates.
$45 + shipping

Click on the Products Page for more details and to order

Chocolate & Wine Pairing Event

Roxanne Browning — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:42:59 +0000

Two beautiful concepts wedded to create gustatory bliss. The right chocolate paired with the perfect wine can create a sensational tasting experience. Learn how to identify the complimentary flavors of wine and chocolate using all the senses and discover a fun new way to enjoy your favorite pleasures.

“Loved it,” “Fantastic…keep up the brilliant pairing,” “A wonderful experience!” ”So delicious,” “Perfect as is,” “It was great, don’t change a thing,” “Truly had a great time, the combo’s were great” are just a few of the comments we received by our guests at the Wine & Chocolate Pairing Mar. 20. Thank you Kim for video taping and the photos of the event, you did a awesome job!

Saturday, March 20 – Video will be posted shortly from this event

Join us in April for our next class, date will be posted soon!
The Northport Tasting Room & Wine Cellar
70 Main Street, Northport, NY 11768

Photos are posted from this Wine & Chocolate Pairing. Click on the Face Book Fan Page button on the right to view.

Hosted by Exotic Chocolate Tasting and Northport Tasting Room & Wine Cellar