The day came when the whole street was filled with a sweet scent. “Valentine’s Day,†where you give chocolate to someone you love, is an exciting day just because of that word, even if it’s an anniversary from a foreign country. It’s a day to confess love with carefully prepared chocolate, but it’s not always easy to find a special chocolate from the standpoint of preparation. They can be easily purchased at convenience stores and supermarkets, but they also seem a bit lacking in sincerity to convey feelings. How about using the “taste of the public†to solve the problems of some girls? Today, the SNS Taste Appraisal Group will introduce a “handmade dessert full of sincerity†restaurants.
American Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is a holiday celebrated annually on February 14th in the United States, as well as in many other countries around the world. It is a day to celebrate romantic love and is often marked by the exchange of cards, flowers, chocolates, and other gifts between romantic partners. Some people also celebrate the holiday with family and friends, or as a day to express gratitude or affection for those they care about.
If you’re looking for chocolate gift recommendations for Valentine’s Day in the US, here are some options to consider:
- Godiva Chocolates: This iconic brand offers a wide range of chocolate boxes and gift sets that are perfect for Valentine’s Day.
- Lindt Chocolates: Lindt offers a variety of chocolate truffles and boxes of assorted chocolates that make great gifts.
- Ferrero Rocher: These hazelnut-filled chocolates come packaged in a gold foil wrapper, making them an elegant and indulgent gift.
- Ghirardelli Chocolates: Known for their rich and creamy chocolate, Ghirardelli offers a range of Valentine’s Day gift sets that include chocolates, truffles, and hot cocoa mixes.
- See’s Candies: This California-based company offers a range of chocolate boxes and Valentine’s Day-themed gifts, including heart-shaped boxes of chocolates and customizable assortments.
- Vosges Haut-Chocolat: This luxury chocolate brand offers unique flavors and combinations, such as their bacon and chocolate collection or their exotic truffle collection.
1. It starts cold but ends hot. Chocolat di
Chocolat di J, located in an apartment complex in Gwanghwamun, is a small studio and shop for Chocolatier Lee Jiyeon. It is famous not only for its sweets made using the finest chocolate, but also for its “adult chocolate,†which contains real alcohol. The signature dish of this place, the whiskey bonbon, is made by putting various types of alcohol in chocolate. The moment you break the chocolate, you can feel the taste of the chocolate bursting in your mouth and melting softly when mixed with alcohol. Cubed chocolate without alcohol is also available, so you can enjoy it according to your preferences. It’s a good idea to note that the Valentine’s Day package only offers on-site pick-up for those who have booked in advance .
â–²Shikigami Mochi’s review: It’s great to go with my boyfriend! I think the dessert cafe I always go to is different from the dessert cafe I always go to ♥ â–²Business hours : 16:30 to 21:30 (Monday to Friday), 14:00 to 17:00 (Sat) â–²Location: No. 114, 1st floor, 95 Park Palace, Naesu-dong , Jongno-gu, Seoul â–²Price range: 8,000 won to 24,000 won
2. Pia stands out for its creativity
Located in Sinsa-dong, Piaf sells a wide variety of handmade chocolate, including more than 20 types of bonbons (chocolate with ganache filling ) and about 15 types of tablets (chocolate plates). You can find unique chocolates full of individuality, from chocolate with a smoky aroma with the spicy flavor of red pepper to chocolate with the fresh scent of mint, blackcurrant, and Geoje citron. Chocolate bars are classified by the origin name of cacao, and they have slightly different flavors and flavors depending on the characteristics of each region. Therefore, there is an advantage of being able to prepare a customized gift that suits the recipient’s preferences. The 2016 Valentine’s Day limited edition package, which consists of 18 different chocolates, is also popular.
â–²Shikigami Miso‘s review: The handmade chocolate shop my boyfriend wanted to get the most on Valentine’s Day! Hmm, I love this place too, so it’s a place that makes me open my wallet with tears… â–²Opening hours: 11:00 to 19:30 Closed on Mondays â–²Location: 27-3, Apgujeong-ro 4-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul â–²Price range: 2400 won (per piece) to 70,000 won (set )
3. Jimmy Genipak, a macaroon that is as popular as it is thick
“Jimi Genipak â€, located in Seomyeon, Busan, is a popular dessert shop that started going viral on social media for its thicker filling than regular macaroons and recently opened a second store in Deokcheon. It is made by filling the skewers with a soft filling that has a chewy texture that doesn’t break. Everyone is satisfied because they have a wide variety of styles, from heavy and rich styles using caramel, chocolate, and vanilla as a base, to a fragrant yet sweet style using rose , yuzu, and jasmine , and fresh macaroons using fruits such as raspberries, green apples, mangoes, and peaches. It’s a good idea to note that most macaroons are sold out after 5 p.m., including the popular green apple, vanilla mango macaroons, and New York cream cheese macaroons.
4. Luxurious taste and visuals, ‘classy’
The dessert shop Classiche, which boasts a cozy and warm atmosphere with a brown-toned interior, specializes in handmade chocolate and drinks by Chocolatier Jung Daun. Classique’s signature menu, “French Coco,†is a hot chocolate made by putting homemade cream and cute coco balls on dark chocolate. It has a rich, sweet, and moderately acidic finish to the mouth. Everyone’s favorite truffle chocolate and the crunchy texture of Cocoroche make a great gift. If you’re looking for a different kind of chocolate, I recommend apple chocolate, which has a chewy texture made of apple coated with white chocolate. You may fall in love with the flavor of savory white chocolate combined with the fresh apple.
Shikigami Ogul Ogul’s review: I thought the price was a bit expensive. When I saw the food come out, that thought went away. It was a place where I could feel that they had delicious and good ingredients. â–²Business hours: 10:00-22:30 â–²Location: D-04, The Shopstar Park Shopping District, 174-1, Jeongja-dong, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si
Price range: 5,000 won to 10,000 won
5. Traditional Belgian handmade chocolate specialty store, KakaoBomb
Kakao Bom’s chocolate, which makes chocolate according to the traditional method of Belgium, the kingdom of chocolate, is characterized by using only 100% cacao butter and melts cleanly in the mouth without feeling outwardly felt. Praline, a typical Belgian chocolate containing raw chocolate with a soft and chewy texture, nuts such as walnuts and hazelnuts, butter, and alcohol, is sold in small quantities such as 6 balls and 12 balls, so it’s a great gift for someone close to you. This year’s Valentine’s Day limited set includes chocolates that are hard to taste only now, such as “Honeymoon †using natural honey and “Hot Hot Night,†which contains a 40-degree moonbae, so it’s perfect as a gift with a special heart.
Shikigami Eun Jung Choi’s review: A place full of sweet chocolate scent
Business hours: 11:00-22:00
Location : 1st floor of Minwoo Building, 337-16, Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Price range: 2,500 won (per piece) to 60,000 won (set)