The fine offerings from Chocolatines are a truly masterful blend between visual presentation and flavorful medleys.

As the website explains, "It began with a love for aesthetic beauty and a tasteful indulgence of fine foods and exotic travels – from Nepal, Morocco, Thailand to Costa Rica, Czech Republic, and Paris. Then, Chef Rieko Wada wanted to share the flavors and cultural experiences from her globe-trotting experiences with other epicureans through chocolate concepts and creations that carried her signature style."

Recently, I had the opportunity to sample some of Chocolatines' fare for myself.

The chocolates were neatly packed in a cardboard box along with a gel pack to keep them cool. Besides the obvious care that went into the order, I also appreciated that the enclosed gel pack was not only non-toxic, but also biodegradable.

While it was obvious from the website that their products were beautiful in appearance, I was eager to learn whether or not the exotic flavors would truly blend. Included in the package were such exotic offerings as:

Chocolate-Dipped Bacon Strips (recommended accompaniment: a Shiraz),

Rose Gold Chocouture Edible Diamonds, and the Four Piece Classic Collection, consisting of Chai Tea, Pink Peppercorn, Passion Fruit, and Pistachio.

After a delightful tasting period, I can assure you that these creative combinations turned out to be every bit as pleasing to the taste buds as they were to the eye.

While some flavors may take a leap of faith to try, there is no doubt these amazing morsels are a revolutionary twist on the traditional box of chocolates. With affordable offerings beginning at a mere five dollars, one can have their Choco-Couture without the designer price. For more formal occasions, Chocolatines offer a wide assortment of gorgeous and extravagant products such as sixteen piece samplers, chocolate dipped strawberries (in season), and numerous others, all only a click away!

Visit the Chocolatines website