The Bite Magazine - Autumn/Winter 2019 - Issue 26

Images courtesy of Milène Jardine bite chocolate spire a world to ‘Live by Love’ with each chocolate.” I mean, I don’t think there’s better chocolate out there! Following an interview with Jardin published in May 2019, Eleanor Cummins of ediblequeens.com wrote, “The company’s signature collection ‘Live by Love’ has five distinct truffles. There are a few classics, like the standard dark chocolate; a warm, orange Harvey Wallbanger number; and the whiskey sea salt. But the others are in- ventive — sometimes shockingly so. Sanctuary, a flavour inspired by her many trips to Japan, is a searing mix of ginger, turmeric, and black pepper plugged right into a hollow chocolate heart. Goddess, inspired by business trips to Egypt and time spent in the shadow of the pyramids, is a mint-hibiscus medley so resonant I actually gasped when my teeth hit the shell.” This utterly elegant and tasteful signature box assortment includes five or fifteen pieces, three each of the five flavours. ‘Live by Love’ is the premiere collection that takes you on a journey to five countries across diverse continents whose cultures have greatly influenced Jar- dine. The chocolates contain the finest natural ingredients: Valhro- na chocolate from France, fresh cream and butter. Each navy box is hand-packed and includes an insert describing each truffle flavour’s unique story and inspiration. Created to connect, heal, and love, each box includes three Tradition: Harvey Wallbanger (USA); three Sanc- tuary: Ginger/Turmeric/Black Pepper (Japan/India); three Goddess: Hibiscus/Mint (Egypt); three Puriste: Dark Chocolate (France); and three Serenity: Whiskey/Sea Salt (Ireland). But, like most inspired and determined entrepreneurs, Jardine want- ed to expand her collection of goodies. In winter 2018, she debuted a line of health-conscious solid chocolate bars. Each 5.125” x 2.3” x 2.3” bar is made from 70% dark chocolate that is blended with fine herbs, spices, and real fruit. Again inspired by flavours from around the world, each flavour combination tells a unique story. The In- ternational Chocolate Bars include Sicilian Salted Lemon, Toasted