Top of the Chocs for Easter

Whether you’ve been abstaining during Lent or just sticking to that New Year healthy eating plan, now is the time you can allow yourself to daydream about chocolate again. For me, Easter is all about quality, not quantity. If you’re going to undo a little of the good work you’ve been doing, it’s got to be worth it, so take the time to choose the perfect Easter treats for you and your family.






For friends young and old – this classic chocolate Beastie egg is sure to go down well with people of all ages (£15.00 from Hotel Chocolat). The accompanying mini eggs are filled with praline and caramel – simple yet stylish.







For Easter Sunday dessert – This Easter nest would make a stunning finale after the roast lamb on 31st (£15.00 from M&S).  Of course as it’s part of the meal, this technically doesn’t count towards your Easter egg quota…







For something a bit different – This clever take on an English classic is sure to put a smile on the recipient’s face (£12.00 from Hotel Chocolat). The egg white is cast from vanilla-speckled white chocolate, while the yolk is filled with soft salted caramel. Now that’s what I call breakfast!







Fun for little ones – Hide these iced alphabet truffles and novelty shapes around the house for your children and see if they can rearrange them to spell out the seasonal message (£6.99 from Thorntons). If you have lots of little ones to buy for, look out for their special offer: 5 boxes for £20.






For complete eggstravagance –The Classic Ostrich is cast from extra thick chocolate, studded with puffed rice, cookie pieces and chunks of white chocolate and comes complete with a mouth-watering selection of chocolates and truffles (£70.00 from Hotel Chocolat). If you have the will power to make it last, it would make the perfect treat to share as a family.

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Don’t forget to check out the ‘Eat Street’ food festival at Festival Place Shopping Centre over the Easter weekend. With demonstrations by James Tanner and bite-sized tasters from local restaurants, it’s set to be a good un!

Happy nibbling!
Fiona B x