Chocolate. Wine. ...and Basketball? An Event Sponsored by Astor Chocolate

Good things come in little black boxes wrapped with purple ribbon.

Like an outing to the CNN Building...

...and Philips Arena to see the Atlanta Hawks!!!

I am such a sucker for a good basketball game.

Especially when there are snacks!

...and sweet treats!

...and wine.

And CHOCOLATE.

This, ladies and gentleman, is Astor Chocolate.

1929

On the banks of the Danube River, in Czechoslovakia, near the picturesque Carpathian Mountain Range, Leopold Grunhut began studying the art of fine chocolate making. Before long, his skills were acclaimed and he began creating unique chocolate confections with delicate balances of flavor in his small kitchen. Using only fresh cream from the local farmers, his small operation soon became the talk of the town. Within five years, he had four stores in town selling his confections.

Over the years, Astor became famous for its innovations in the chocolate market.

In the 1960’s it was illegal to sell liqueur-filled chocolate. Erwin thought of a creative alternative, a chocolate cordial cup to be filled with liqueur. This dark Belgian chocolate cup soon became a best seller, as the company aligned with brand name liqueur brands such as Kahlua, Nocello, Tia Maria as well as private label packages for other liqueur companies. The classic liqueur cup gift box was prominently displayed in the window of Bloomingdales and a feature article was written in the home magazine – House Beautiful.

1967

Due to the rapid expansion of Astor Chocolates, they moved to a large new factory in Glendale, New York.

In the 1970’s, Astor introduced customized turndown chocolates to the American hotel market. These chocolate mints soon became the hallmark of turndown service at many famous hotels. Astor remains the industry leader in chocolate amenities for the hospitality industry.
Astor products are made from premium Belgian chocolate – known to be the finest in the world. As complete product design and development team creates its distinct packaging and acclaimed chocolate products. Passionate dedication, from outstanding chocolate to refined presentation, is the Astor trademark.

Who could ask for anything more?

I love surprises.

What an incredible experience.

Exquisite chocolate, fantastic wine...and a great game of basketball!

All of that in a little black box wrapped with a purple ribbon.

Although we were guests of Astor Chocolate for this media event, all thoughts, opinions, words, over indulging and drooling are strictly my own.
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Melissa Pelkey-Hass
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Photo Credits to Astor Chocolate & The Front Porch Gourmet

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