Christmas is coming, and that means Christmas shopping - that yearly process where you try to figure out what your friends and loved ones would like, while being sure not to get them anything more or less pricey than what they're going to get you, avoiding anything they might already own, and praying that you don't get them the same thing someone else does. In other words, it can be a challenge -- and that's without taking into account those people you know you should buy gifts for but don't necessarily know. In-laws, workmates and the partners of friends all pose additional gift-giving challenges.
Fortunately, no challenge is too severe to be overcome with the power of chocolate. Chocolate is the go-to gift for all Christmas shoppers who have to get something for a person they don't know well. Unfortunately, ordinary chocolates just don't make for a really special gift. A tin of regular chocolate, while always welcome, is the epitome of the thoughtless, perfunctory gift. A really memorable gift needs something with a little more Christmas spirit.
Enter Hotel Chocolat Christmas wreaths. These delicious chocolate wreaths come in two flavours and two sizes, making them ideal presents for both individuals and groups. The larger of the two wreath sizes weighs in at a hefty 450g, a little excessive for a gift to an individual (although we can dream, right?) but just right for a gift to a group, since they're designed to be sliced and shared. These larger wreaths are also the ideal size to bring as a contribution to a party or as part of a workplace celebration. Hotel Chocolat recommends them for up to eight people, although a serious chocolate lover might think this figure a little on the high side.
The smaller wreaths, at 100g, are more manageable -- but still deliciously extravagant -- gifts for individuals or couples. They have all the same ingredients as their larger counterparts at a more modest size. With that modest size comes a more modest price, putting the smaller wreaths under the price limit for most Secret Santa or similar gift exchanges.
Hotel Chocolat Christmas wreaths are available in milk chocolate and "Purist" (ie dark chocolate) versions. The milk chocolate is still very rich, at 50% cocoa solids. This wreath also contains florentine biscuits, made from nuts, candied fruit and caramel. Tiny cookies add a variety of texture to the smooth, creamy chocolate. The Purist wreath consists of potent 70% dark chocolate, with hazelnuts, almonds and raisins to give a contrast of textures and flavours.
Both types of wreath contain nuts, so before choosing one as a gift it might just be worthwhile checking to see whether your intended recipient is allergic. Outside of dietary restrictions, though, it's hard to image a person who wouldn't be overjoyed to find one of these indulgent Christmas treats in their stocking or under their tree. Chocolate wreaths from Hotel Chocolat make great gifts for chocolate lovers -- and since that's more or less everyone, that means they simply make great gifts!
Fortunately, no challenge is too severe to be overcome with the power of chocolate. Chocolate is the go-to gift for all Christmas shoppers who have to get something for a person they don't know well. Unfortunately, ordinary chocolates just don't make for a really special gift. A tin of regular chocolate, while always welcome, is the epitome of the thoughtless, perfunctory gift. A really memorable gift needs something with a little more Christmas spirit.
Enter Hotel Chocolat Christmas wreaths. These delicious chocolate wreaths come in two flavours and two sizes, making them ideal presents for both individuals and groups. The larger of the two wreath sizes weighs in at a hefty 450g, a little excessive for a gift to an individual (although we can dream, right?) but just right for a gift to a group, since they're designed to be sliced and shared. These larger wreaths are also the ideal size to bring as a contribution to a party or as part of a workplace celebration. Hotel Chocolat recommends them for up to eight people, although a serious chocolate lover might think this figure a little on the high side.
The smaller wreaths, at 100g, are more manageable -- but still deliciously extravagant -- gifts for individuals or couples. They have all the same ingredients as their larger counterparts at a more modest size. With that modest size comes a more modest price, putting the smaller wreaths under the price limit for most Secret Santa or similar gift exchanges.
Hotel Chocolat Christmas wreaths are available in milk chocolate and "Purist" (ie dark chocolate) versions. The milk chocolate is still very rich, at 50% cocoa solids. This wreath also contains florentine biscuits, made from nuts, candied fruit and caramel. Tiny cookies add a variety of texture to the smooth, creamy chocolate. The Purist wreath consists of potent 70% dark chocolate, with hazelnuts, almonds and raisins to give a contrast of textures and flavours.
Both types of wreath contain nuts, so before choosing one as a gift it might just be worthwhile checking to see whether your intended recipient is allergic. Outside of dietary restrictions, though, it's hard to image a person who wouldn't be overjoyed to find one of these indulgent Christmas treats in their stocking or under their tree. Chocolate wreaths from Hotel Chocolat make great gifts for chocolate lovers -- and since that's more or less everyone, that means they simply make great gifts!
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