Limited Edition Holiday Truffles: What Makes Them Special

Every year, as the cold settles in and the world begins to glow with twinkling lights, my kitchen transforms into something of a winter atelier—a place where spices warm the air, chocolate flows with quiet elegance, and the season’s most nostalgic aromas weave themselves into edible art. Our limited edition holiday truffles are more than…
Luxury Chocolate Gifts for the Holidays

The Art of Gifting Flavor, Elegance, and Joy The holidays bring with them a certain magic—a soft, shimmering hush in the air, like the opening notes of a familiar melody played on a grand piano. It’s the season of giving, of gathering, and of savoring the moments that feel warmest and most meaningful. And among…
Does Chocolate Go Bad? A Master Chocolatier Explains How to Tell and Taste at Its Peak

Have you ever unearthed a half-eaten chocolate bar, hidden behind pantry boxes or tucked away at the back of a drawer, and wondered, “Can I still eat this?” The answer, more often than not, is yes — but the real question is whether it will taste as luxurious as when you first bought it?…
Why Chocolate on Valentine’s Day?
Why Chocolate on Valentine’s Day? Recently, Forte has been taking time to reflect on the holiday that is so important to the chocolate industry. We’ve discussed the inseparable history of passion and chocolate. We have also explored how Japanese culture translates the Western tradition of giving chocolate gifts on February 14th as a complete twist…
Is Chocolate Vegan?

If you’re lactose intolerant or vegan, the question “does chocolate contain dairy?” will pop up. Chances are, you have a sweet tooth and enjoy the finer things in life. And there’s nothing finer than luxury gourmet chocolate. Good news though; Chocolate can be dairy free, especially dark chocolate. Many luxury gourmet chocolate makers, like Forte,…