Linda – Page 2 – Choc Affair

Mini 30g Christmas chocolate gifts for children

12 Dec

News

Thoughtful Chocolate Gifts You Can Send to Children by Post

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Linda

12/12/2025

Finding a thoughtful little gift for a child can sometimes feel more complicated than it should. Parents want something simple, ethical and made with care. Children want something delicious. And when you’re sending a gift in the post, you want...

20 Nov

News

What Is Sinterklaas? The Dutch Tradition & Chocolate Letters

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Linda

11/03/2026

If you haven't heard of Sinterklaas, don't worry, you're not alone. This jolly Dutch holiday figure is still relatively unknown in the UK, but it's a beloved tradition that has been celebrated in the Netherlands for centuries. Sinterklaas is a traditional...

13 Nov

News

The Ultimate Chocolate Letters Gift Guide: Unique Personalised Treats for Every Occasion

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Linda

13/11/2025

Looking for a gift that's both personal and delicious? Chocolate letters are the answer you've been searching for. These charming, personalised treats offer something truly special - a thoughtful gift that literally spells out how much you care. What Are Chocolate Letters? Chocolate...

10 Nov

Dark Chocolate, Recipes

Chocolate Chip Shortbread Recipe

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Linda

23/03/2026

Can we be honest? Sometimes you discover something so good in a supermarket bakery that it becomes a bit of an obsession. That's exactly what happened when I first tried the chocolate chip shortbread from the Marks and Spencer bakery section. One bite of that crumbly, buttery perfection studded with chocolate chunks, and I was absolutely smitten.

12 Sep

Recipes

Delicious Chocolate Sourdough Brownie Recipe

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Linda

12/09/2024

When asked to do a sourdough recipe for this month, I can honestly say I baulked a bit. I’ve never made a sourdough starter, or even baked homemade bread since my days at catering college and that is way back...

white chocolate and strawberry cheesecake

23 Jul

Indulgent, Recipes

Recipe for White Chocolate and Strawberry Cheesecake

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Linda

23/07/2024

Nothing spells summer quite like a light and very British kind of cheesecake. This no-bake recipe is really simple to make and doesn’t require very many ingredients. If you’re more of a raspberry lover, you can swap out the strawberries...

04 Jul

Family and kids, Indulgent, Recipes

Recipe for Summer Chocolate Trifle

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Linda

04/07/2024

Our Summer Chocolate Trifle is the ultimate dessert to impress your guests at any gathering or to indulge in as a special treat for yourself. Think vibrant, sharp raspberries, mixed with velvety smooth white chocolate…hmmm. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue...

14 May

News

From Cocoa to Community Care: Celebrating Mental Health Awareness with Chocolate & Co

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Linda

14/05/2024

Having seen first-hand how hard it can be if you’re someone who suffers from mental health struggles, in our busyness of life, it can be all too easy to overlook the significant impact that having meaningful activities or work can...