Forum Activity for @Eric Devlin

Chipotle in Chocolate

Posted in: Tech Help, Tips, Tricks, & Techniques

Hi,Can anyone point out a starters guide for using chipotle in chocolate? Please keep in mind that I am VERY, VERY new at this.I recently purchased some decent chocolate and a variety of dried fruits. I made up a mix of cinnamon, brown sugar and chipotle. I covered the fruit in the chocolate and then sprinkled the mixture on top.The result was ok, but I wasn't completely happy. I was thinking about adding ancho. I was also thinking about adding the chipotle directly to the chocolate while it was melting.Any input would be appreciated.Thanks,Eric
updated by @Eric Devlin: 04/23/15 03:40:15PM

Chocolate soda

Posted in: News & New Product Press

Hi,I know that this information is a bit sparse, but Coopers Cave Ale is developing a chocolate soda. I believe that some is available now, but it isn't listed on their website.If you aren't in the area, I believe that they do mail order (but don't hold me to that). http://www.cooperscaveale.com/gourmetsodas.html Eric
updated by @Eric Devlin: 04/16/15 12:24:27PM

Chocolate Competition

Posted in: News & New Product Press

Thank you.I will definitely try to get the information out earlier next year. Both for participants and judges.If anyone is interested in judging, please shoot me an email. We would love to take advantage of your expertise.Eric

Chocolate Competition

Posted in: News & New Product Press

Registration form in MS Word.There is no fee involved and mailing in entries is fine.Eric

Chocolate Competition

Posted in: News & New Product Press

Hi Carol,Shoot me an email and I will reply with the application attached. I'll send it in both MS Word and PDF. Let me know if another format works better for you.Thanks,Ericsaberinc AT verizon DOT net

Chocolate Competition

Posted in: News & New Product Press

Hi,I believe that this (the 'News' section) is the appropriate place to post this. There will be chocolate competition this October on Long Island.We are inviting chocolatiers who wish to enter the competition and anyone who would like to help judge to contact us.There is no fee involved at all and entries can be mailed in.Below is the general information:____________________2008 New York Food FestivalDuring the weekend of October 25th 26th, the 2008 New York Food and BBQ Festival will be held in the town of Sayville, New York. Between 25,000 and 50,000 attendees are expected. The event will be receiving significant media coverage from local television and newspapers.In addition to the NY State BBQ Championships and the NY State Cheese Competition there will be a chocolate competition that will focus on 6 separate categories. Manufacturers and artisans are invited to submit chocolates in as many or as few categories as they would like.Plaques and ribbons will be awarded. The manufacturer with the highest aggregate score will be named the 2008 New York State Champion. This event is operating under a Governors Proclamation from NY State Governor David Patterson.Chocolate Categories:FudgeTruffleMilk ChocolateDark ChocolateSweet ChocolateArtisanal Chocolate (open category)There will be 6 judges for each category. We recommend that you submit 8 separate items per category to ensure that there are at least two extra in case of damage in shipping.Judging Criteria:TasteTextureAromaAppearanceRelevant Web Sites: www.nyfoodfestival.com www.bbqbattleli.com www.greatersayvillechamber.com Entries and any questions:Eric Devlinsaberinc at verizon dot net986 Baldwin PathDix Hills, NY 11746 USA
updated by @Eric Devlin: 04/10/15 06:29:23AM

Introduction

Posted in: Allow Me to Introduce Myself

Hi,Being new to the forum, I thought that I would introduce myself. My name is Eric and I live on Long Island.I'm helping to organize the chocolate competition that will be part of the NY Food Festival in Sayville this October. I came across the forum while doing some research and I regret not finding it sooner.My tastes are rather plebeian (I enjoy valrhona and perugina, but I have to admit that my favorite snack is dark chocolate peanut m&m's).I'm sure that I'll be picking the brains of the experts as I try to widen and deepen my knowledge base.Have a great weekend!Eric
updated by @Eric Devlin: 04/17/15 04:18:59PM