chocolate
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Chocolate was first introduced to Europe by the Spanish and from there, spread to the entire western world. As a product with the most history and tradition in Spain, its use evolved from a form of currency to exotic beverage and with the invention of cocoa presses, what we know today as chocolate. With such a history, it is no wonder that Spain is home to many artistic chocolate creations and professionals. The Spanish Pantry brings to you both Blanxart and Oriol Balaguer, two renowned chocolatiers of the highest quality.
Each unique in their own right, Blanxart remains true to the traditional chocolate methods, creating hand-made artisan chocolates since 1954. Their long established and pure approach is elaborated in all their products ranging from the authentic cooking chocolate to their organic chocolate bars.
With a very different approach, Oriol Balaguer takes chocolate to a level of art, sophisticated craft and technical expertise. The former El Bulli pastry chef regards chocolate as ‘the product with the most personality in the patisserie realm’. This, coupled with his master skills allows him to create an impressive range of chocolates, which we have brought for you to enjoy.
BLANXART - The authentic artisan chocolates
 | Since 1954, Blanxart has been dedicated to the manufacturing of high quality, hand-made artisan chocolates. Blanxart chocolates are characterised by their traditional flavour and texture and unlike most chocolatiers these days, the celebrated Spanish company select and roast their cocoa beans from Ecuador, Brazil and Africa, to ensure the right blend, aroma and texture for complete quality control. As reflected in their award-winning rustic style packaging, their chocolates are done in the way chocolate was meant to be that is, not over refined to allow the true cocoa qualities to shine through for you to taste and enjoy. Complemented with natural local ingredients such as organic Marcona almonds, Blanxart chocolates are satisfyingly luscious and rich, and available in both conventional and organic forms. |
 | Dark Chocolate from Ghana 80% cocoa 150g |  | Organic Dark Chocolate with Marcona Almonds 72% cocoa 150g | |||
 | Organic Dark Chocolate 72% cocoa 100g |  | Organic Milk Chocolate 32% cocoa 100g | |||
 | Dark Chocolate from Ghana 80% cocoa 48g |  | Milk Chocolate 32% cocoa 48g
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 | The Authentic Cocoa Powder 200g |  | The Original Cooking Chocolate with vanilla 50% cocoa 200g
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ORIOL BALAGUER - A taste of El Bulli
 | The chocolate creations of Oriol Balaguer are now available in Australia and Hong Kong. The internationally acclaimed and former pastry chef of the world’s best restaurant, Michelin starred El Bulli, is more than a pâtissier – he is an artist*. Known to be one of the best and revolutionary talents in the dessert profession, Oriol Balaguer’s awards, accolades and his innovative Chocolate Studio in Barcelona are a true testament to this. His professionalism and unique style is expressed in all facets of his work such as his delicately moulded chocolates, which include surprising flavours such as olive oil, passionfruit, wasabi and pop-rocks. Described by Gourmet Traveller editor, Pat Nourse as your very own “taste of the world’s most famous restaurant”, Oriol Balaguer’s chocolate creations are truly ground breaking and it’s no wonder that they have become cult items worldwide. *AFR Aug 31, 2007. |
 | Collection 12 12 units 12 flavours |  | My Obsession Oriol Balaguer’s 18 most obsessive chocolates | |||
 | Collection Nippon 9 units: wasabi, macha tea, soya and yuzu |  | I love you 6 units: passionfruit, coffee and toasted corn | |||
 | The Best 6 The 6 best: olive oil, toasted corn, mascletà, saffron, truffle and yuzu |  | Collection Mascleta 12 units, hazelnuts praline, mandarin and crunchy caramel | |||
 | Thank You – Gracias 4 units 4 flavours |  | Golf Hazelnut praline filled chocolates shaped like a golf ball | |||
 | Chocotube Flavours include crujiente and mascletà |  | Rajola Dark 100g 70% Cocoa | |||
 | Rajola Dark 100g 100% Cocoa
|  | Bola Bola pack 3 flavours, 300g macadamia, hazelnut and rice |
