The Art of the Chocolatier: From Classic Confections to Sensational Showpieces

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A must-have guide to chocolate making and chocolate showpiece design, from renowned confectionery expert Ewald Notter.

Covering the full spectrum of chocolate work--from the fundamentals of chocolate making to instruction on advanced showpiece design and assembly--The Art of the Chocolatier is the most complete and comprehensive guide to chocolate making on the market. The book covers basic information on ingredients, equipment, and common techniques in the pastry kitchen, while also offering clear, step-by-step instructions on creating small candies and large-scale chocolate pieces.

This is the ideal book for pastry students enrolled in chocolate and confectionery courses, as well as working professionals and even serious home confectioners who want to improve their skills in advanced chocolate work.

Illustrated step-by-step instructions cover all the essentials of chocolate-making, from tempering and creating ganache and gianduja to using molds, transfer sheets, and more.
An entire chapter devoted to Creating a Competition Piece covers the ins and outs of confectionery competition, from preparing for the event and developing a concept to designing and building a winning chocolate showpiece.
Beautiful full-color photos throughout provide inspiration for chocolate décor and showpiece design, while clear how-to photos illustrate key techniques.

The Art of the Chocolatier provides expert-level coverage of every aspect of the chocolatier's art for students and professionals alike.

Selected Recipes from The Art of the Chocolatier

Chocolate Shavings

Chocolate shavings can be used as a décor element for showpieces, and they are useful for hiding imperfections. They are often used to surround flowers instead of leaves. They can be made from any type or color of chocolate.

Spread a thin layer of tempered chocolate directly onto a marble with an offset spatula. Clean the edges with a triangle spatula to form a sharp rectangle.
Once the chocolate sets, rub your hand over it to warm it and to increase elasticity.
Use a triangle scraper to shave off the chocolate in a fast, curving outward motion.

NOTE: White chocolate sets more slowly than dark chocolate, allowing more time to shave it off as compared to the dark chocolate.

Variation

Marbled Chocolate Shavings: Drizzle dark chocolate onto a marble tabletop, and before it sets, cover with white chocolate, slightly blending them together to create a marbled look. Use an offset spatula to spread the marbled chocolates into a thin layer. Shave off curls as described above.

Flower Vase Showpiece

Clockwise from left on diagram: Leaves, sphere, flower support, circular base for beneath vase, feet, base, support for pralines.

NOTE: All templates can be enlarged or reduced as needed. Spheres and feet are included for size only and are meant to be created using molds.

Northern Lights 3 by 6-Inch Pillar Candle, Chocolate Hazelnut

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Northern Lights Candles is our signature fragranced candle collection in a wide range of scents and colors. All Northern Lights Candles are poured right here in Wellsville, NY and are available in a variety of sizes and packaging options.

Chocolate Cranberry Hazelnut Butter Spread : 9 oz. jar of Oregon Filberts

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Our Dundee Orchards Chocolate Cranberry Hazelnut Butter Spread starts from Oregon grown hazelnuts (or filberts)
that are picked when ripe, and are made into butter that is mixed with creamy, delicious chocolate.
Maybe you've tried the supermarket version of this, but our hazelnut spread is some of the richest, tastiest spreads out there.

Once you try ours, you'll never want that supermarket stuff!

Try it on your toast, as a topping for your ice cream, as a creamy frosting on cupcakes, or even add it to your favorite recipe.

Hershey’s by Hanna’s Candle 17-Ounce Milk Chocolate with Almonds Jar Candle

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Hershey's Milk Chocolate with Almonds jar candle holds 17-Ounce and 90-100 hours of burn time per candle. No lead or metal wicks. Made in the USA.

On the Chocolate Trail: A Delicious Adventure Connecting Jews, Religions, History, Travel, Rituals and Recipes to the Magic of Cacao

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Take a delectable journey through the religious history of chocolate a real treat!

Explore the surprising Jewish and other religious connections to chocolate in this gastronomic and historical adventure through cultures, countries, centuries and convictions. Rabbi Deborah Prinz draws from her world travels on the trail of chocolate to enchant chocolate lovers of all backgrounds as she unravels religious connections in the early chocolate trade and shows how Jewish and other religious values infuse chocolate today.

With mouth-watering recipes, a glossary of chocolaty terms, tips for buying luscious, ethically produced chocolate, a list of sweet chocolate museums around the world and more, this book unwraps tasty facts such as:

Some people including French (Bayonne) chocolate makers believe that Jews brought chocolate making to France.
The bishop of Chiapas, Mexico, was poisoned because he prohibited local women from drinking chocolate during Mass.
Although Quakers do not observe Easter, it was a Quaker-owned chocolate company Fry s that claimed to have created the first chocolate Easter egg in the United Kingdom.
A born-again Christian businessman in the Midwest marketed his caramel chocolate bar as a Noshie, after the Yiddish word for snack.
Chocolate Chanukah gelt may have developed from St. Nicholas customs.
The Mayan Book of Counsel taught that gods created humans from chocolate and maize.

Sunbeam 2591 350-Watt MixMaster, Black

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Sunbeam Mixmaster Stand Mixer features a powerful 300-watt motor with 12 variable speeds for unsurpassed mixing versatility. Soft start technology starts the motor slowly to prevent splatter. The ergonomically designed soft grip handle provides both maximum comfort and control. Off-center mixing allows you to add ingredients while you mix saving you time. A useful addition to any busy kitchen, this durable stand mixer makes it easy to prepare anything from cookies for the family to party platters with treats when hosting a birthday celebration, graduation party, or other social gathering.

Mugs for Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Latte Asst Set of 3 Christmas 10 Oz. Each

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Godiva Truffle Bar Cheesecake Filling Milk Chocolate 1.5oz (8-pack)

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Fox Run Brands Bamboo Skewers, 6-Inch

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Bamboo Skewers from Fox Run. Set of 100 skewers. 6" long. Great for seafood and veggies. Soak in water before using.

Trader Joe’s Caramel and Dark Chocolate Popcorn Crunch

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Trader Joe's Caramel and Dark Chocolate Popcorn Crunch is perfectly popped popcorn dressed in smooth, creamy caramel mingled with dark chocolate clusters. It's made extra special by a supporting cast of almonds, pecans, walnuts and cashews. Enjoy this limited edition holiday classic before it's gone!