woodwork, display cabinets from designers, with everything reflecting the very best. The whole store provides an atmosphere of elegance, the perfect setting for his luxury "black pearls". Chocolate from Jean Paul Hevin is consistently of the very best quality. The secret of course is the high quality luxury ingredients used, the constant tasting of the chocolate and the sampling. Only the very best cocoa beans are used, typically from Ecuador, Columbia and Venezuela.

The Master Chocolatiers most important job is the tasting and Jean Paul has developed different methods allowing him to detect the levels of flavors hidden in each blend. Freshness of the chocolate is important of course, and so each of the boxes of chocolate are freshly prepared every morning. Customers are able to customize their own box and may choose from selections such as extra dark ganaches, pralines and milk.

There are of course many varieties, including caramels, fruit fillings, spices and liqueurs; in fact there are more than 40 varieties from which to choose.

Chocolates are never on the counter for a period of longer than three days, to get enjoyment of chocolate it should be eaten at room temperature, just like one of the very best wines.

Editorial | Image Courtesy Of Jean-Paul Hevin