CHOCOLATE BLOG
Why We Don’t Chase Flavour Trends (and What We Do Instead)
How Friars develops new chocolate flavours by paying attention to trends, but only committing when quality, balance, and long-term enjoyment are right.
Artisan Chocolate vs Premium Supermarket Chocolate: What’s the Real Difference?
An honest comparison of artisan and premium supermarket chocolate, explaining when each is the better choice.
How to Buy Chocolate for Valentine’s Day Without Being Obvious
How to choose Valentine’s chocolate that feels thoughtful and well-judged, without relying on novelty, clichés, or over-indulgence.
Choosing Chocolate as a Gift: What Actually Matters (and What Doesn’t)
Practical advice on choosing chocolate as a gift, focusing on flavour safety, presentation, and how to avoid common gifting mistakes.
Chocolate and Coffee: The Perfect Pairing Explained
Ultimately, the perfect pairing of chocolate and coffee is a testament to the idea that the whole can be greater than the sum of its...
What Type of Chocolate Is Best for Baking?
The most crucial factor when selecting your best chocolate for baking is its cocoa content. This percentage indicates the amount of cocoa solids and cocoa...
Chocolate to Take on Your Travels
The primary challenge when choosing chocolate for travel is temperature. Depending on your destination and mode of transport, chocolate can quickly turn from solid bliss...
How to Melt Chocolate Like a Pro (No Burnt Bits!)
The cardinal rule of melting chocolate is low and slow heat. Chocolate is delicate, and its cocoa solids and milk proteins are highly susceptible to...
What Is Chocolate Bloom? And Is It Safe to Eat?
When you unwrap a Friars of Keswick chocolate and find a bloom, there's no need for concern. Whether it's the whitish film of fat bloom...