Christmas at Choc on Choc!

It's that time of year where all our favourite brands release their Christmas products. This year my favourite chocolate brand Choc on Choc have created a unique range, for the festive season. Their chocolate designs are works of art and would make anyone smile on Christmas morning. Today I thought I would share with you, their new releases and my personal favourites. Choc on Choc is a British company who use the finest Belguim chocolate for their creations. 

Chocolate Brussels Sprouts, £9.99

 

Love them or loathe them, this is one portion of Brussels sprouts that is guaranteed not to be left on the plate! Refashioned in pure white chocolate, these lifelike mini treats are the spitting image of the real thing, and might even get the youngest eating their greens!

Chocolate Mince Pies, £14

 

Everybody loves a mince pie at Christmas. These look-a-likes are made from pure chocolate and are intricately decorated with snowy icing sprinkles. Whether given as a memorable gift or shared with guests as a quirky take on tradition, this Christmas classic is sure to impress.

Chocolate Gingerbread Men, £12

 

A true yuletide classic, these gingerbread men are made entirely from milk chocolate and will evoke the spirit of Christmas when hung from a string on your tree. Perfect as a decoration around the home or a great gift for children. They’re almost too cute to eat!

Chocolate Wreath, £30

 

A fantastic festive treat for all the family, this exquisitely detailed handmade chocolate wreath is the ultimate centrepiece for any Christmas celebration. Whether placed on the table to enjoy after Christmas lunch or used as a decadent addition to your coffee table, the wreath is pure Belgian chocolate and looks perfect with a candle set in the middle.

Chocolate Cheese & Crackers, £15

 

No Christmas lunch is complete without a delicious Fromage selection. This innovative delight combines the cheese and dessert course with three wonderful cheese's from around the world, a bunch of grapes and four crackers - all handmade from the finest Belgian chocolate

Chocolate Macarons, £14

 

Inspired by the quintessential Parisian treat, this colourful and decadent take on macarons includes eight beautiful chocolates that look identical to the real thing and each coloured in lemon yellow, pistachio green, pastel pink and fuchsia.

How amazing are they? Choc on Choc also, sell a wide range of hampers which could a make a great gift for all the family. You can find the Choc on Choc festive range at your local Booths, John Lewis, Harvey Nichols, Harrods, Waitrose, and Lakelands. Alternatively, you can buy their products online at http://www.choconchoc.co.uk. 

Enjoy 

Kayleigh

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Victoria Gate Leeds

As a Leeds based lifestyle blogger I always like to keep up to date with whats going on around my city. This week the highly anticipated opening of the new Victoria Gate Shopping Centre and John Lewis Store finally happened. 
I am such an eager beaver when new things open within the city, especially anything to do with fashion. 

The new centre is set up as a twin arcade just like the older Victoria Quarter. Leeds has many shopping arcades so its nice to see the designers decided to reflect the other buildings from around the city. The modern design and architecture is absolutely stunning and I had to pick up my jaw from the floor, when I first walked in. The shop fronts are designed as flowing curves which I have never seen before. The whole of the centre is finished to a high standard and screams luxury like the brands that are offered inside. The polished marble floor and copper lights are eye catching and will have you thinking about interior design for days. 

Within the new centre theres a lot new brands that have set up shop within Leeds. They include Anthropologie, Calvin Klein, Cath Kidston, Hackett and Aspinal of London, just to name a few. There is a store to suit everyone within the new centre. There is also places to eat and drink on offer, if you are feeling a little peckish during your shopping trip. Le Pain Quotidien is a bakery in the heart of the centre that serves traditional dishes and quality fresh breads. There is also a John Lewis Cafe and Pret A Manger in the centre. 
The centre is soon set to open it's super casino, which will be the third-largest casino in the UK. It is 50,000 sq ft and has the capacity of 1,400 people. Not only does the casino have gaming, but it also has two bars, a restaurant and a function space. The casino is set to rival some of the top casinos in the betting capital of the world, Las Vegas. The casino is set to open at the end of the year. 

The new John Lewis store fits perfectly within the centre. It's design is truly unique and I like it's triangle abstract design. John Lewis is a fantastic department store as it offers a lot of popular brands. As you first walk in you are greeted by the cosmetic brands. This is a dangerous territory for me and it could do serious damage to my bank account. Within the first floor you can find brands such as Benefit, MAC, and Charlotte Tilbury. The new John Lewis store has floor to suit everyone and fulfil everybody needs. Its even got a Christmas section which really made me feel all cozy and excited for the festive season. I am really excited to start my christmas shopping and making use of the new John Lewis store as they offer an amazing range of christmas goodies. 

If you live within the West Yorkshire area I highly recommend coming and checking out the new Victoria Gate Centre and John Lewis Store. If you enjoyed this post then please follow my blog for future content.

Enjoy

Kayleigh

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