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Seems non-intuitive (and sac-religious) to say the most memorable part of today’s first official chocolate segment of my food adventure with David Lebovitz was not the chocolate.  It is hard to narrow down favorites -  Between the private chocolate tasting at the  luxurious (albeit slightly corporate feeling) Maison du Chocolat, where they get their boxes [...]

I have one entire day to myself before the official start of my chocolate and gastronomy adventure with David Lebovitz and venture to skip the touristy spots so I can attempt to blend in as a local. It turns out I would have blended in better if I streaked the Eiffel Tower’s Observation Deck. Two [...]

The food adventure with David Lebovitz continues in Lausanne, Switzerland after a 3 hour train ride from Paris:  Fondue + kirsch (apparently the two go hand-in-hand), AOC mountain cheese, and of course, chocolate.  Breathing in fresh mountain air and enjoying 70 degree weather in a part of Switzerland known for its laid back Santa Cruz-esque lifestyle [...]

I snapped this picture of a Parisian dude heading to work during rush hour.  Not only is he sportin’ a suit while speeding along on his bike, but he is on a public bike rental with perfectly situated hair and appears sweat-free. FINALLY, something affordable in Paris – the city-sponsored Vélib’ self service bike system.  We are talking ~1 euro [...]

  Chocolate from Patrick Roger’s store in Paris, known for its exquisite chocolate displays. I am embarking on a one week chocolate and  gastronomy adventure (sold out!) with prominent food blogger David Lebovitz and nine other food enthusiasts.   We will be spending our days visiting chocolate labs, cheese ripening caves and pastry kitchens while dining in [...]