Tucking into Toffee
Toffee is a simple confection that begins with butter and sugar. Since butter and sugar are the stuff of dreams, the appeal of toffee is obvious. But what makes toffee especially exciting is … READ MORE
Meet Madlen Zahir of Edelweiss Chocolates
Edelweiss Chocolates is one of the oldest confectioners in America to still create all of its chocolates entirely by hand. Using equipment and recipes that date back 73 years, Edelweiss chocolatiers make small batches of delectable chocolates in the candy kitchen behind a Beverly Hills storefront … READ MORE
Making a Beeline for the Big Island
Arriving at Big Island Bees, stacks of pastel beehives and a jaw-dropping view of Kealakekua Bay greeted us. The charming and then some Big Island Bees Honey and Beekeeping Museum welcomed us with … READ MORE
Sweet Sightseeing in Beverly Hills
This easy walk will take you by many iconic Beverly Hills landmarks as you indulge your sweet tooth. With prices to match the chic neighborhood, these gourmet shops offer some of the most decadent and delicious confections in the world
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Jordan Almonds – The Delicious Mystery
In Sweets
Since the almond is native to the Middle East, it is easy to assume that the confection we commonly call the Jordan almond originated in Jordan or, at least, the Middle East. However, candy historians generally agree that the Jordan almond is not a Jordanian confection. … READ MORE
Meet Madlen Zahir of Edelweiss Chocolates
Edelweiss Chocolates is one of the oldest confectioners in America to still create all of its chocolates entirely by hand. Using equipment and recipes that date back 73 years, Edelweiss chocolatiers make small batches of delectable chocolates in the candy kitchen behind a Beverly Hills storefront … READ MORE
Making a Beeline for the Big Island
In Adventures
Arriving at Big Island Bees, stacks of pastel beehives and a jaw-dropping view of Kealakekua Bay greeted us. The charming and then some Big Island Bees Honey and Beekeeping Museum welcomed us with … READ MORE