Author(s): Felicity Forster

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A taste of chocolate is a taste of the exotic. The origins of chocolate can be traced back to the ancient civilizations of South America. The Mayans prized it as gold and the Aztecs drank the divine gift in liquid form. It took almost 200 years to perfect the sweet chocolate we know today, and it can now be found all over the globe, enjoyed by millions as a luxurious, highly sought-after treat.

This book is a collection of 300 inspirational recipes that make the most of this exquisite ingredient. If you are looking for the ultimate dessert for a dinner party, crave a sweet treat in the afternoon, or want to pamper yourself with a sumptuous late-night hot chocolate, this book has the perfect recipe.

All the classics are included, such as Sachertorte, Belgian Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Fudge and Banana Sundae and Rocky Road Chocolate Bars, as well as new and creative ideas such as Luxury Dark Chocolate Ravioli, Cranberry and White Chocolate Ice Cream, Mini Praline Pavlovas and Coffee-chocolate Soda. From profiteroles and puddings to souffles and smoothies, you are sure to find all your old favourites, as well as discovering many new recipes to try.

The 300 desserts and treats are illustrated with tempting colour photographs of the finished dishes. With detailed step-by-step instructions for every recipe, useful cook's tips and variations throughout, as well as handy, at-a-glance nutritional information on every page, this glorious book is a must for every chocoholic's kitchen bookshelf.