Monthly Archives: December 2012
One of “The 10 Best Chocolatiers in the World”
Jacques Torres Chocolate is proud to have been named one of “The 10 Best Chocolatiers in the World”. The list originally appeared in the National Geographic book, The 10 Best of Everything: An Ultimate Guide for Travelers, and was posted … Continue reading
Jacques makes Christmas cookies with Kathie Lee and Hoda
Everyone makes Christmas cookies. Not everyone makes a Christmas cookie “gingerbread” house! Jacques stopped by the Today Show set to show Kathie Lee and Hoda some last minute cookie baking ideas for Christmas.
Jacques shares the stories behind his signature dishes
First We Feast asked Jacques to share some of the stories behind his signature sweets. From apprenticeship, the Hotel Negresco, visiting Oxaca, Le Cirque to present day, Jacques leads you on a history of his career changing dishes. How many … Continue reading
Pairing spirits with chocolate
Liquor.com asked Jacques for some insight into pairing chocolates with spirits. Perfect for your Christmas and New Year get togethers! Read his suggestions here.
Fox News takes a peek inside Jacques’ chocolate factory
Juliet Huddy of FoxNews.com recently visited Jacques at the Hudson Street chocolate factory. He gave her a lesson in making some holiday chocolates and a look inside his obsession with chocolate. Watch the latest video at <a href=”http://video.foxnews.com”>video.foxnews.com</a>
Making holiday chocolates on Live From the Couch
Jacques dropped by the CBS television studios this morning to spread a little holiday cheer. Joined by the hosts of “Live From the Couch” he demonstrated a few do-it-yourself holiday chocolates everyone can do at home.
Holiday shopping in Dumbo
Toni Senecal paid a visit to Jacques in the Dumbo chocolate factory recently. She brought her Toni On! New York television crew to document her visit. She even rolled up her sleeves to “help” with some holiday chocolate production.
Peppermint bars one of “The Best Holiday Treats in NYC”
National Geographic’s Urban Insider, Annie Fitzsimmons, selected Jacques’ Peppermint Bark as one of “The Best Holiday Treats in NYC”. She recently visited the Hudson Street chocolate factory on her holiday food tour. You can read about her experience here. Our … Continue reading
Jacques crafts a white chocolate Christmas Tree for Saveur
Saveur magazine’s December issue features an article on white chocolate. They asked Jacques for some tips on working with the tricky confection. An edible Christmas Tree centerpiece seemed the perfect example.
Chocolate Chip Cookies “Best Thing We Ate Last Night”
Tasting Table’s first annual Food Fight event took place in Dumbo last night. Jacques’ chocolate chip cookies represented the “chewy” cookie, while Tate’s Bake Shop represented the “crispy” cookie in a friendly battle of tastes. Zagat’s “Best Thing We Ate … Continue reading
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