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ALMOND SPONGE CAKE MOISTENED BY WHITE CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM AND FRESH STRAWBERRIES

ALMOND SPONGE CAKE MOISTENED BY WHITE CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM AND FRESH STRAWBERRIES

Buffer I couldn’t get myself into a celebratory mood ON Mother’s Day, until late in the evening. Ever since my Mother is no longer with us, I get a very “heavy” feeling this day. It does not... Continue reading »

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE MOTHER’S DAY WINNERS

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE MOTHER’S DAY WINNERS

BufferSO MANY WINNERS! DID YOU WIN? If  not, please do not despair, other giveaways are lurking in the neighborhood already! HERE ARE THE LUCKY WINNERS FROM THE MOTHER’S DAY GIVEAWAYS Pamper... Continue reading »

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$300 GIVEAWAY FOR MOTHER’S DAY

$300 GIVEAWAY FOR MOTHER’S DAY

Buffer We have a Mother’s Day Special for our loyal readers! Chocolates and Figs has teamed up again with other bloggers to offer a $300 GIVEAWAY to one of our followers. The cash giveaway is... Continue reading »

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UNABLE TO COPYRIGHT YOUR RECIPE? CAN YOU WRITE A ROMANCE NOVEL?

BufferThere are only a few food bloggers that I have opted-in for their update; none as informative and thought-provoking as Diane Jacob’s blog, “Will Write for Food.” If you do not know Diane... Continue reading »

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Win an iPad2 – Lead the Life of the Rich and Famous

Win an iPad2 – Lead the Life of the Rich and Famous

Buffer We at Chocolates & Figs are thankful for your support by visiting our site, by telling your  friends about us, by updating us about the important events in your life on Facebook... Continue reading »

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“I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU”

“I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU”

BufferHAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY ISN’T  THIS PAGE LOOKS WONDERFUL? DO YOU THINK  THESE ARE THE RESULTS OF HARD LABOR? YOU COULD NOT BE FURTHER FROM THE TRUTH Color Shell-molded Chocolates... Continue reading »

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100 Reasons You Should be Member of Our Community – Win $100.00…

100 Reasons You Should be Member of Our Community – Win $100.00…

Buffer By sharing your experience in dining-out on Valentine’s Day and as a result help others to enjoy a great evening, on February 14, 2012, Chocolates & Figs will enter you to our raffle... Continue reading »

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5 (or more) Creative Ways to Prepare Peanut Butter and Jelly (PB&J) Cookies

5 (or more) Creative Ways to Prepare Peanut Butter and Jelly (PB&J) Cookies

Buffer We have spoiled our kids and grandchildren with all the indulging goodies during the holiday season; and they loved it. Now, we feel guilty to cut them out from their lunch box completely;... Continue reading »

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VIVA LAS VEGAS – HAPPY NEW YEAR!

VIVA LAS VEGAS – HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Buffer I thought I worked hard the entire year, perhaps I should treat myself and have some fun? So, I hit the road to FUN City – where else, but Las Vegas. But it was not meant to be. I got very... Continue reading »

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THE NUMBER ONE CHOCOLATIER IN THE US – RICHART

THE NUMBER ONE CHOCOLATIER IN THE US – RICHART

BufferThe Artisan/Michel Richart: Michel Richart grew up in an ambiance of fine chocolates. His father, who was a chocolatier himself, was delighted that his son, Michel, was enthusiastic to learn,... Continue reading »

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All You Need to Know About Chocolate – Review of E. Notter Chocolate Book

All You Need to Know About Chocolate – Review of E. Notter Chocolate Book

BufferThis is the time to indulge in life’s delicacies – and what else can represent it better than chocolate. It is usually the time that I look for chocolate books as gifts for my friends who... Continue reading »

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Win Two Great Cookbooks -Share Your Holiday Cookie Recipe

Win Two Great Cookbooks -Share Your Holiday Cookie Recipe

Buffer I believe December should be declared as the “Month of Cookies.” I think you can guess why? As far as I remember, years back from the day of my arrival to this wonderful country to date,... Continue reading »

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GIVEAWAY:Win $200 in our “Santa Cash Giveaway”

GIVEAWAY:Win $200 in our “Santa Cash Giveaway”

Buffer This holiday season, we at Chocolates and Figs are very thankful to you our readers for spending your valuable time with us over the past year.  It’s hard to believe that another year... Continue reading »

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Everything You Need to Know about Leading a Chocolate Class from Home – FREE Webinar

Everything You Need to Know about Leading a Chocolate Class from Home – FREE Webinar

Buffer MARK YOUR CALENDAR You are cordially invited to attend a special FREE Live Webinar to learn how to run a chocolate tasting/appreciation class from your home and create an easy extra income for... Continue reading »

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Thanksgiving’s Favorite Dessert – Pecan Tart

Thanksgiving’s Favorite Dessert – Pecan Tart

Buffer This year November brought too many celebrations and as a result I am delayed in my preparing for Thanksgiving. It is not because I neglect or disregard this Holiday, on the contrary. It... Continue reading »

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Birthday Gift – $10.00 to Everyone Registers to my Newsletter.

Birthday Gift – $10.00 to Everyone Registers to my Newsletter.

Buffer Dear friends, fans, followers and everyone else, This is my birthday. This is my BIG birthday, if you understand what I mean. Usually, birthdays are a happy occasions. We are happy to be... Continue reading »

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Ask the Expert – How to Select the Right Flour for Your Baking

Ask the Expert – How to Select the Right Flour for Your Baking

Buffer A few days back I was shopping at the supermarket and stopped to pick up some flours, sugar, baking powder and some other basic ingredients to get ready for our highest baking season. As I was... Continue reading »

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Thanksgiving Writing Contest – WIN – and Celebrate in Style

Thanksgiving Writing Contest – WIN – and Celebrate in Style

Buffer Thanksgiving Holiday is about two weeks away. Despite all the turmoil in the world, a nearly failing economy, and so many people looking for jobs that are nowhere to be found, we still have so... Continue reading »

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It is Time for Simple, Tasty and Fun Cupcakes

It is Time for Simple, Tasty and Fun Cupcakes

BufferI can’t believe it is Halloween again. It seems as if we just celebrated it yesterday; or rather could not celebrate because we were moving.  Can you believe that? We could not get a mover... Continue reading »

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Easy, Delectable Coffee Cake with Sour Cherries, Topped with Chocolate Cookie Streusel

Easy, Delectable Coffee Cake with Sour Cherries, Topped with Chocolate Cookie Streusel

BufferI cannot believe it is nearly November and soon all the major holidays are coming up. It is the time when guests are keep coming over, and the question is what dessert to serve for the more... Continue reading »