“Hospitality means primarily the creation of free space where the stranger can enter and become a friend…” ~ Henri J.M. Nouwen In the hospitality world, it’s the little details that turn a stay into a story worth sharing. Guests might forget the thread count or the Wi-Fi speed, but they’ll remember how you made them…
When you’re planning an event or a fundraiser, the goal is simple: make an impression that lasts. Whether you’re launching a new product, celebrating a milestone, hosting a nonprofit gala, or raising money for a cause you care about, the right giveaway can help you stand out and connect with people in a meaningful way.…
Every business owner and CMO knows that customers are the lifeblood of their operations. Strong customer relationships have a powerful impact on a business’s bottom line, but retaining customers is becoming one of the most challenging aspects of running a business. You need an excellent product, amazing customer service, and critically, you need to set…
Corporate gifting isn’t just for the holidays—it’s a year-round strategy for strengthening relationships, showing appreciation, and keeping your brand top of mind. The right gift has the power to leave a lasting impression, and few things do this more effectively than chocolate. In the world of gifting, chocolate has always been a “best practice,” but…
If you are wondering where does dark chocolate come from, the answer is not as simple as your local grocery store. Dark chocolate, known for its bitter flavor and high cocoa content, dates back several thousand years. Today, it is refined and processed into the dark chocolate bars and varieties we know and love. If…
Chocolate lovers know there’s nothing worse than reaching for a favorite treat only to find it melted, bloomed, or is past its prime. From storing dark/milk/white chocolate for personal enjoyment or gifting, knowing how to store chocolate properly is key to maximizing chocolate shelf life and preserving its taste and texture. That’s why this guide…
Easter Chocolate: Why Does It Taste So Good? Easter is almost here, and that means all things chocolate! (In addition to, of course, the traditional and religious importance of the holiday.) If you can believe it, the week of Easter sees the highest chocolate sales worldwide, even more than Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or Halloween. But…
We all likely know that Easter is a Catholic holiday – the culmination of the story of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection – and yet, so many Easter traditions that we are used to seeing every year have little to do with anything biblical at all. Specifically, we’re talking about chocolate eggs and chocolate bunnies. Where…
