2024-03-28 14:06
A deliciously decadent way to begin your day? With our chocolate chip pancakes, light creme fraiche and your choice of summer berries. Chocolate spread, berries…
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2024-03-28 14:01
Freshly made homemade banana and chocolate chip muffins served warm and fresh for the perfect breakfast. 2. To make the streusel topping, combine the dry ingredients, melt the butter and sti… Read More
2024-03-28 13:55
This is a fun way to liven up your morning porridge, and the chocolate makes it feel like a cross between a porridge and a pudding – it is absolutely delicious!
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2024-03-24 09:07
This is a fabulous and simple way for a busy household to enjoy a delicious, very decadent brunch treat with very little fuss. You can, of course, make your own waffles from scratch, and I&r&hell…Read More
2024-02-13 08:14
Make this Pancake Day one to remember, and even more scrumptious than the last with our Biscoff and chocolate pancakes recipe! Lashings of caramel sauce and Biscoff will take your pancakes t… Read More
2024-02-05 14:44
This is one of those recipes that once you’ve tried, you’ll never look at a Sunday dinner in the same way again! Chocolate Sauce Serve the pancake on a plate, or in the pie dish/… Read More
2024-02-01 08:30
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate love than with a heartfelt chocolate gift? We have curated a delightful selection of chocolate hampers and t… Read More
2024-01-25 14:57
It’s a super sweet week! Get ready to indulge as we celebrate a trio of delicious days: To mark this week of all things sweet and decadent, we’ve created three new delicious reci… Read More
2023-10-09 13:50
Halloween is right around the corner, and as the leaves crunch beneath our feet, the anticipation for that sweet-filled evening grows. But this year, why not take a different approach? Inste… Read More
2023-09-22 06:26
Whilst I love a drinking chocolate at any time of the year, there’s something extra special as we move into Autumn, with the falling leaves of rich orange and red hues, the darker even… Read More
2023-09-19 13:47
With our new charitable Chocolate & Co café venture, I’ve been working on the menu and experimenting with some recipes, to try give us a little point of difference, whilst b… Read More
2023-08-20 15:00
The issues and challenges around the environment and global warming aren’t going anywhere and there’s still much to be done in addressing the damage we’ve collectively caus… Read More
2023-08-01 12:19
Let me tell you a little about the very beautiful region of Tumaco, a city located in southwestern Colombia. It is situated on the Pacific coast and is known for its rich history, cultural d… Read More
2023-07-28 08:00
Cheesecakes are a fabulous dessert, they look amazing, taste delicious and are really simple to make. Honestly, if you’ve never made one, do try this recipe, as everyone thinks you&rsq&hell…Read More
2023-06-27 08:05
Summer is here! The school is out, and the children are buzzing with excitement for six weeks of summer holiday adventures. It can often be a challenge to keep the little ones entertained th… Read More
2023-06-26 08:34
Learning how to make chocolate buttercream that’s luxurious and rich in flavour is a game-changer for any home baker. At Choc Affair, we understand that the perfect chocolate buttercre… Read More
2023-06-18 07:41
We’ve been working with Blueberry Academy for several years now, a local organisation supporting adults into independence and employment. Over the years we’ve worked with maybe 1… Read More
2023-06-13 07:57
Well, when I was asked to write something for this I was delighted as it meant I would have to pull the ice cream maker out from under the recesses of the cupboard under the stairs, dust it… Read More
2023-06-01 13:53
Chocolate is one of the most beloved treats in the world, and there are several factors that go into what makes a chocolate bar taste great, starting with where the cocoa beans are grown. Yo… Read More
2023-05-20 09:04
With National Fudge Day soon approaching, it was inevitable that we were going to create a fudge recipe using our delicious white chocolate. MAKES 1 TRAY // TIME: 5 MINUTES (2 HOURS COOLING… Read More
2023-05-14 20:00
Chocolate has a rich history that spans centuries and continents and has been enjoyed by royalty and commoners alike. From ancient civilizations in Central America to the courts of Europe, c… Read More
2023-05-14 20:00
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2023-05-08 16:16
2023 was a long overdue visit to Colombia, after the craziness of the pandemic, this was our first chance to get back out there and see firsthand the amazing work which is going on out there… Read More
2023-04-07 14:26
Asked to come up with something for food wastage day, I was a little stuck, as due to the nature of working with chocolate, we don’t really have any wastage within our production. So… Read More
2023-04-04 17:17
Choc Affair started in my kitchen in 2006, where due to my daughter’s intolerance to milk, I began making hot chocolate using bars of dark chocolate and soya milk. From trying to creat… Read More
2023-03-23 19:54
If you’re a baker, a parent or grandparent, the likelihood is you’ll need to melt some chocolate for a recipe at some point. In this post, we’ll show you four easy methods… Read More
2023-03-15 15:59
As Mother’s Day approaches, for many it is a time to celebrate the love of a good Mum, yet for others it is a tender and difficult time, as they navigate the loss of their loved one, o… Read More
2023-03-08 07:00
Well, having been asked to write something for this day, I was a little, what or who can I write about for this – it’s a big topic! So, I turned my thoughts to consider the women… Read More
2023-02-01 12:31
It’s almost that time of year again, where we really show our appreciation to the ones we love. Valentine’s Day is approaching, and we have the perfect recipe that will knock tha… Read More
2023-01-30 07:39
We produce a lot of lavender chocolate in the summer for some of the lavender farms in the UK, and the aroma in the building when it is being produced is really something else, and could sen… Read More
2023-01-09 09:31
Whether you’re looking for something for that special someone in your life or maybe you want to give the gift of ethical chocolate to thank a loved one, we have an exquisite range of h… Read More
2022-12-27 06:35
Imagine having your very own tabletop hot chocolate making station at home, with a variety of chocolates and toppings, lashings of cream and chocolate flakes…hmmm. Well, you need not… Read More
2022-12-23 10:20
Christmas is the time of year when the focus is all on the children as the atmosphere builds until the big day arrives. The Elf is wreaking havoc in the house as he reveals more and more out… Read More
2022-11-13 08:00
If you haven’t heard of Sinterklaas, don’t worry, you’re not alone. This jolly Dutch holiday figure is relatively unknown in the UK. Sinterklaas is a traditional Dutch holi… Read More
2022-11-09 08:48
In 2017, Linda was part of a small team, registering a charity here in the UK, with two distinct objectives: a child sponsorship scheme in Kumi, Uganda, for those young people identified as… Read More
2022-11-01 10:19
What a wonderful simple bake! These delicious Classic Milk Chocolate Coconut Macaroons are perfect for baking with the kids. Such fun to make and such a treat to eat! What are you waiting fo… Read More
2022-10-09 11:37
Florentines are usually quite expensive to buy, but with our easy to follow recipe, you could have your own batch of delicious Florentines to tuck into or gift to a loved one within the hour… Read More
2022-09-22 11:00
Recently we experimented with our Roasted Winter Fruits to create a delicious Crème Brûlée and it’s turned out to be such a great recipe! Scrumptious and warming, t… Read More
2022-09-05 09:40
Are you ready for the autumn/winter months? We certainly are with our new Autumn/Winter chocolate collection, which is now available online. We have had an outstanding summer, and our Spring… Read More
2022-08-17 12:54
A delicious sweet treat in a pot, our dark orange chocolate mousse recipe offers a spot of indulgence and relatively easy to make. Let us know how you get on with it. MAKES 8 // TIME: 15 MIN… Read More
2022-08-09 09:00
This gorgeous Pavlova recipe is full of fruity flavours which will tantalise your taste buds and make you come back for an extra sweet serving! For the meringue: 6 Medium free range egg whit… Read More
2022-07-28 16:36
Every family has a favourite bake or family recipe, and ours is the chocolate brownie with which we’ve created using our salted caramel oat m!lk chocolate range. I always find a chocol… Read More
2022-07-09 10:04
Delicious and nourishing, we decided to create a simple yet wonderful shortbread recipe using our Lime & Sea Salt Dark Chocolate which pairs beautifully with our classic chocolate mousse… Read More
2022-06-21 09:01
Storing your chocolate correctly during warmer spells is, dare we say, critical, and to make sure you don’t miss out on your favourite Choc Affair chocolate experience, we’ve com… Read More
2022-06-07 10:32
Vegan-friendly and nourishing, our oat m!lk iced hot chocolate recipe is ideal for those who follow a vegan or plant-based diet. Simple and easy to make in just a few minutes, this drink is… Read More
2022-06-01 09:33
This is a delicious recipe, perfect for those Sunday roasts and dinner parties. With the duck cooked to your liking, served with your favourite vegetables, with a chocolatey twist the whole… Read More
2022-05-27 22:34
Whether the father figure in your life is your dad, a neighbour, a Godfather, or a mentor, acknowledging their kindness and support on Father’s Day can go a long way. Most of you will… Read More
2022-05-24 08:20
This divine White Chocolate & Raspberry Roulade is for those with an enormous sweet tooth. It’s moist and rich texture complements the Peach & Raspberry chocolate, creating a f… Read More
2022-05-17 09:02
After a big meal (or even cooking one), you sometimes can’t face a huge plate of chocolate cake – however tempting it may be! This Panna Cotta recipe is the perfect dessert to se… Read More
2022-05-10 08:37
What a stunning treat this one turned out to be! With it’s hard caramelised top, (which by the way makes the most amazing sound when cracked through with a spoon), and it’s delic… Read More
2022-05-03 10:04
Not only is porridge quick to make, but it is also a great meal to kickstart your day. The beauty of porridge is that it is a versatile product which means that it can be used with a wide ra… Read More
2022-04-26 13:00
For the hot chocolate lovers amongst us, you may be looking for new ways to use your drinking chocolate flaking during the warmer months. Luckily, we’ve prepared a Chocolate Martini Mo… Read More
2022-04-12 09:45
Easter hunts, special church services and chocolate moulded eggs are commonly associated with Easter. Each year, approximately, 80 million chocolate shaped eggs are sold in the UK, with 8,00… Read More
2022-02-28 11:49
This pancake is really simple to make and a terrific sharing dish to present to your friends and family. Once you’ve tried this, you’ll never look at Yorkshire puddings in the sa… Read More
2022-02-01 13:48
Believed to have originated in India over 5,000 years ago, and renowned for its culinary and medicinal purposes, turmeric is a staple in Middle Eastern Cookery. Pleasantly spicy and full of… Read More
2022-01-04 11:40
Mindfulness is a huge part of today’s society with more health professionals now encouraging people to eat mindfully. Research shows that practising mindful eating has many benefits, i… Read More
2021-11-03 15:57
A hot chocolate station is a great addition to add to your kitchen in the run-up to the festive season, or if you are like me, all year round! A drinking chocolate station can be made up usi… Read More
2021-09-20 13:16
We’re delighted to unveil the UK’s first range of Vegan Trademark registered oat m!lk chocolate bars. Verified by The Vegan Society, our exciting new plant-based bar flavours inc… Read More
2021-08-04 12:42
These cookies are really simple to make – the temptation to eat all the cookie dough, before they get to the oven is hard to resist though! For these cookies you will need: 225g/ 8oz c… Read More
2021-07-19 14:50
The great British summer is upon us and what a week we’ve had this week – blue skies, donkey rides on the beach, and lots of ice cream cones in hands. We think the drink that cap… Read More
2021-07-07 10:11
Throughout the last 20 months during the course of the Covid pandemic, we’ve continued to enjoy our delicious chocolate here in the Uk, but have we paused to think of the farming commu… Read More
2021-06-09 11:00
The history of Father’s Day In 1910, in Washington, USA, a lady called Sonora Smart Dodd, raised by her Dad after the death of her Mum, felt that fathers should also have a day to cele… Read More
2021-06-08 05:36
Such a simple and classic recipe, that everyone loves, especially when they are packed full of our delicious real Colombian dark chocolate! 100gm Self raising flour 20gm Cocoa powder 140gm C… Read More
2021-06-04 09:00
The word origin means the point or place where something begins, and in the case of a single origin chocolate, it means the cocoa beans are sourced from a single area, which can be a country… Read More
2021-06-01 11:52
As a home-grown British chocolate manufacturing business, we are immensely proud of the relationships we have garnered over the years, ensuring we continue to supply you with delicious and e… Read More
2021-05-27 13:43
The bank holiday weekend has us all excited about being able to dust off the garden chairs, wheel the BBQ out of the garage and put the beers on ice. We’ve been looking at a traditiona… Read More
2021-05-25 08:50
It is the time of year where we are ready to whip the cover of our BBQ’s, usually with the best of intentions to cook up a storm on the grill and try some new recipes out. If you&rsquo&hell…Read More
2021-05-17 10:17
The most common question that we are asked as British manufacturers of delicious confectionery is “can I store my chocolate in the fridge?” The question tends to cause a lot of l… Read More
2021-05-13 11:22
By its very nature, chocolate comes from a plant – the Theobroma tree and in its purest form is vegetarian and even vegan. It is through the additions of other ingredients during the p… Read More
2021-05-06 15:37
Knowing where your chocolate comes from ensures you can make the very best choices regarding what matters to you. If provenance is important, you’ll want to understand where in the wor… Read More
2021-04-09 09:08
If you follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, you would have seen that last week we started to hint that we were about the unveil something new and exciting here at Choc Affair. With t… Read More
2021-03-04 11:39
According to research performed by Statista, British manufacturers make up 17.41% of the UK economy, however, when it is further investigated, it becomes evident that there is a huge gender… Read More
2021-03-03 07:56
I thought I’d share with you this incredible piece of research being carried out by the amazing company we source our chocolate from in Colombia. Not satisfied with how diverse and vis… Read More
2020-11-27 12:25
We’ve got to share with you the good news! It’s that time of year now where the nights are dark earlier, it’s cold and a little damp – making it the perfect time to s… Read More
2020-10-20 07:05
Traditions generally creep up on us and we often don’t think about how or why we are doing the things the way we do. Halloween is a time of several of these traditions, and we’ve… Read More
2020-10-20 06:41
With Halloween creeping up on us, we wanted to explore how the pumpkin became significant for this season, and here in lies the tale of Jack O’ Lantern. “Jack of the Lantern&rdqu&hell…Read More
2020-10-07 07:07
With Halloween fast approaching, the shops full of costumes, scary masks, and plenty of Halloween chocolate and treats, we’ve been doing some reading to trace the roots of Halloween an… Read More
2020-09-17 12:11
I don’t know whether you caught Sir David Attenborough’s Extinction: The Facts on Sunday evening, but as the title suggests it was quite a harrowing look at the state of the worl… Read More
2020-09-10 09:49
For those that follow us on social media, you would have seen in recent weeks that we have been teasing you about the launch of a new and exciting Choc Affair product. With today being the b… Read More
2020-07-23 11:08
With a focus on caring for our environment, and respecting people and community, as a British producer of delicious flavour infused and origin chocolates, we believe strongly in responding t… Read More
2020-06-24 08:13
If you have any chocolate in the house, you can use it to make a lovely frozen hot chocolate. The amount of milk will depend on how much chocolate you have to use, we like 20g of chocolate f… Read More
2020-06-22 12:23
Chocolate and Strawberry Roulade Sponge Roll75g Dark Chocolate175g Caster Sugar6 Large Eggs, Separated2 tbsp Cocoa Powder, Sifted Filling: 450ml/15fl oz Double CreamIcing Sugar, SiftedPunnet… Read More
2020-06-18 11:15
Here we all are slowly easing out of the most crazy time of a generation, and waiting with baited breath to see if the economy starts to recover. I don’t know about you, but this feels… Read More
2020-06-18 11:15
Here we all are slowly easing out of the most crazy time of a generation, and waiting with baited breath to see if the economy starts to recover. I don’t know about you, but this feels… Read More
2020-03-08 18:00
So, its International women’s day and here at Choc Affair we have interviewed our very own, Linda Barrie, the founder of Choc Affair. I would describe Linda as determined and focused b… Read More
2020-02-25 07:08
I’m not 100% sure why, at the first hint of snow I end up turning to a hot chocolate to cheer myself up, as I am an avid coffee drinker the rest of the time: it must be the combination… Read More
2020-01-30 14:29
This week is the last week for our team members being vegan, and it’s definitely been an experience for them! Doing this challenge has opened our eyes to the vegan market, and how we c… Read More
2020-01-22 08:58
It’s the third week of Veganuary for our vegan team members, and we are learning more and more as the month goes on! We recently discovered that some vegans don’t actually eat av… Read More
2020-01-16 10:38
It’s our second week of Veganuary, and for some of us it’s getting easier – and for some it’s getting more difficult! The cravings begin to kick in, and the temptatio… Read More
2020-01-07 13:07
This was the first vegan chocolate recipe that we made for Veganuary this year, and it was actually extremely difficult as beginner vegans to actually find the ingredients! The ingredients s… Read More
2020-01-07 12:59
This month, 3 of our team members are taking part in ‘Veganuary’, and being vegan for the whole month of January! We are hoping that the challenge will help us to become more awa… Read More
2019-12-06 09:24
With a history spanning 110 years, Luker chocolate, a family owned enterprise has taken the philosophy of corporate leadership with a social mission and purpose to a whole new level, one whi… Read More
2019-11-13 09:55
As part of our ongoing investment into cocoa growing communities, for this coming year we have chosen to work with our cocoa supplier in Colombia, to create entrepreneurial opportunities for… Read More
2019-11-09 10:56
So; we’ve done this recipe before as a simple chocolate roulade, and it’s a staple one in my house as everyone loves it. With the perfect amount of light chocolat-iness in the sp… Read More
2019-11-01 09:29
We have recently announced that we are now investing into ‘The Chocolate Dream’ – but you may be wondering what that is exactly… The Chocolate Dream is a project bas… Read More
2019-10-28 15:38
According to the news this week, it is anticipated that more than 8 million pumpkins – equivalent to more than 18,000 tonnes of edible food – will be discarded after the pumpkins… Read More
2019-10-24 10:28
I found this recipe in the Delicious Chocolate magazine, and even though it is not a recipe I’d usually try, I gave it a go to take to evening I was going to. What a hit! It is absolut… Read More
2019-10-16 10:02
Christmas is the perfect time of year to get baking, and as you’ve probably noticed, it’s one of our favourite pass-times! There’s nothing quite like the fresh smell of spi… Read More
2019-10-10 14:19
This is a stunning, gluten free biscuit recipe which can be adapted really easily if you fancy an orange version. Simply change out the dark chocolate for our orange dark and replace the alm… Read More
2019-09-26 09:09
This recipe was one that Lisa created, for she tried some rice pudding that she bought from a supermarket, and simply wasn’t impressed! She has a great love for white chocolate, so dec… Read More
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