I spend far too much time thinking about and aquiring chocolate. I love it more than wine or caffeine. Hence I fancy myself a bit of an expert when it comes to the ultimate expression of all that is chocolate: The Truffle. I've sampled Atlanta's offerings over the years and have been less than overjoyed. Then The Chocolate Bar appeared. Whatever magic pastry chef Aaron Russell is performing back in the kitchen with his dark Tanzanian chocolate must be powerful. Each glossy, gorgeous truffle snaps with proper perfection giving way to hedonistic filings such as Southern Comfort and lime, Porto, peanut butter and of course my personal favorite...dark chocolate. He changes up the menu daily, so I try not to get too attached to any one truffle, but it's hard. Of course you can order from the extensive menu complete with sweet and savory options, but in a pinch, when you demand the best bite of chocolate in the ATL, just pop in and order a dozen to go. The price can't be beat: $1.50 a piece. Walk across the street and grab a bottle of Champagne from Sherlock's well-stocked selection and you're set.
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THE CHOCOLATE BAR 201 West Ponce De Leon Avenue, Suite C Decatur GA, 30030 404-378-0630 |
Sherlocks Wine Merchant www.sherlocks.com, 180 W Ponce De Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030, 404-377-4005