Times have changed since Forrest Gump said, “life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you get.” Now, customers are spoiled for choice with many different decadent varieties of chocolate to choose from. At the country’s premier lifestyle and entertainment destination, Newport World Resorts, these sweet confectioneries take the spotlight on World Chocolate Day celebrated every 7th of July.
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At the Garden Wing Cafe located on the ground floor of the Newport Garden Wing, the confection counter is full of sweets that are ripe for the picking. The selection of luxe pralines and truffles are made from locally-sourced, home-grown chocolates that support the property’s integrated sustainability initiative, I LOVE Earth. The pretty pieces come in a variety of classically decadent flavors like Dark Rocher, White Rocher, Green Tea, Coffee, and more. For the more adventurous palate, try the Coconut, Pistachio Log Marzipan, or even the Tabasco flavors. Premium chocolate bars made in a variety of ingredients that make each kind interesting and oh-so-addicting are also a popular choice along with the nostalgic giant lollies. The cafe is also popular for its line of fresh-made pastries, the chocolate-dipped doughnuts and eclairs are definite must-trys.
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The elegant pralines at Hotel Okura Manila are an absolute recommendation. A box of these heavenly creations is one of the best ways to celebrate chocolate day. The dark pralines are made from 68% dark chocolate couverture that lends a bold but well-rounded taste to each piece. The milk chocolate pralines invokes a rich and smooth flavor from its high cocoa butter and milk content. The white chocolate pieces are balanced harmonies of milk and natural vanilla that gives the candy its pleasant sweetness with distinct floral tones.
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For World Chocolate Day celebrations, Marriott Hotel Manila takes the cake. The Marriott Cafe’s variety of cakes is a go-to to make every celebration extra special. At the Marriott Cafe Bakery, there is a chocolate cake for everybody. The Caramel Chocolate Mini Cake is a caramel sponge with caramel cream and criolait chantilly that is finished with a nut glaze. The popular King James Cake is a super moist chocolate cake with crème de cacao, kahlua and chocolate flexi ganache with a dark chocolate glaze. There is also a plant-based Chocolate Truffle Cake made with a Felchlin Choc Brun 44% Vegan chocolate mousse, plant-based chocolate ganache, chocolate moist cake, and a chocolate crunch.
On World Chocolate Day, The Lounge at Sheraton Manila Hotel celebrates with a cup of traditional Tsokolate de Batirol. Relive the nostalgia of childhood with the rich and creamy drink of the wonder years, featuring local chocolates. This special drink is only available on July 7.
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Chocolate options are seemingly endless at the Newport Mall. Manila’s favorite, Cafe Mary Grace’s Chocolate Rum Tiramisu of Espresso-soaked sponge cake using 100-percent Arabica beans, layered with rich mascarpone and dark chocolate ganache, and flavored with premium aged Don Papa Rum continues to be a popular choice among diners. The Tarta de Chocolate at Barcino is also a best-seller. Italianni’s Tartufo is a three-layered chocolate cake with dark and white chocolate mousse covered with fudgy frosting that provides a decadent end to any meal. Newly opened ROB’s Mississippi Mud Pie, with its silky chocolate filling topped with ice cream and chocolate shavings, is reason enough to visit.
Escape the ordinary at Newport World Resorts, you know you want to. For more information on World Chocolate Day offers, visit www.newportworldresorts.com and follow @newportworldresorts on Facebook and Instagram, and @nwresorts on Twitter. Make the most of your visit and sign up for an Epic Membership or download the Newport World Resorts Mobile App for free at the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
