A recent event to raise money for the Sarah Cannon (a.k.a. Minnie Pearl) Cancer Centers brought us an opportunity to create 300+ chocolate hats (like those straw hats Minnie Pearl was known for wearing). Luckily, we had help from friends and family with packaging. After tying the last bow, we drove them across town to one of the Chattanoogan's ballrooms and placed them in cups on the tables. We also donated a gift basket for the auction. We anticipate another order soon and hope to heed the call.
We are currently planning to fill a booth at the Chattanooga Market soon! The market has already started, but we'll be joining in on Mother's Day. The problem (obviously) is outdoor conditions (heat, humidity, etc.). If you are at the market and get a chance; stop on by our booth and say hello! We start with our booth there on Sunday, May 10th. The Chattanooga Market is located inside The First Tennessee Pavilion at 1826 Carter Street, Chattanooga, TN 37408. Parking is Free as is Admission! Come and support LOCAL producers!
We just want to extend a thanks to everyone who continues to spread the word that we are here and producing chocolates in Chattanooga! Please post any comments or email us if you hear about any upcoming events you think we should participate in. If you know of any used kitchen equipment or display counters that needs a home, please let us know. Thanks for spending some time with our website and blog!
This past Sunday (26th of April, 2009) we participated in the Epilepsy Foundation's Chocolate Fling at the Bessie Smith Hall downtown. They held a silent auction and had plenty of chocolate provided by area restaurants, patisseries and chocolatiers. We walked away with an award for the most creative presentation. (I believe it was a sculpture with our logo that took home the prize for us.) We plan to participate again next year as we had a blast!
On April 4th, 2009, we did an benefit event called Palate 2 Palette for the Craniofacial Foundation of America and worked alongside Mercatino to provide sweets for the dessert side of the event. If you check the linked website, you'll see that the event had a savory and a sweet side to it. The sweet side is known as "Bubbles and Sweets" as champagne and desserts are served. So, we provided 3 sculptures and TONS of champagne truffles (we managed to hit both in one bite). Enjoy the photos of sculptures and truffles. The small pastries are Mercatino's and the floral arrangement is courtesy of Jeffrey's Flowers.
