by Julieta Estevez
La Maison du Chocolat or The House of Chocolate is like the contemporary Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. The chocolate is hand made in the traditional way in their facility in Paris by carefully selected group of chocolatiers, from where they are shipped oversees to boutiques in London, Paris, New York and Tokyo.
The first La Maison Du Chocolate was opened in 1977, by its creator Robert Linxe. Mr. Linxe’s expertise in chocolate making spans many decades, starting out as an apprentice in Bayonne. The chocolates are made to be “Savoir Faire”, guaranteeing perfection in every confection that can only be achieved through years and years of experience and from choosing the best raw materials … a selection and blend of couvertures from different origins. Different flavors, like mint, cinnamon, fresh coffee, lemon zest are blended into the confections. At “La Maison Du Chocolate” unique flavors have always been created, and all chocolates are tested by a group of experts.
La Maison Du Chocolat has “The Recital Club”, where members get to choose a gift as courtesy for all their purchases. They also get the Recital newsletter with previews of the latest creations, and access to exclusive initiatives. They also benefit from special reduced delivery charges. To become a member of the club you just have to go into one of their stores and register.
The La Maison Du Chocolat book features Robert Linxe’s newest creations and recipes and can be ordered at the on-line boutique. The on-line boutique offers a variety of chocolate assortments, truffles and chestnuts, and other original creations at moderate prices packed in beautiful and elegant boxes. They make excellent gifts for any time of the year.
The chocolates of The Maison Du Chocolat are mouthwatering and delicious … with an air of elegance and flair. La Maison Du Chocolat also makes pastries like delectable chocolate and coffee macaroons, truffle mouse, fresh lemon cream, chocolate and almond biscuit and many more unfortunately the pastries cannot be shipped because they are too fragile.
La Maison Du Chocolat is one place you ought to visit to experience what good chocolate is supposed to taste like.