Chocolate makes everything better

Last night I had the pleasure of meeting up with my good friend Casey at Asheville's hippest chocolate cafe — the French Broad Chocolate Lounge. Opening the doors to its richness, I immediately fell in love with the space. Its ambiance was warm and cozy with a dose of urban chic. Tea lights gave every table a soft flickering light, and exposed brick really gave the space a rustic feel.

I had to try their hot chocolate — which was ever so rich, and also tried one of their "Spicy Brownies."

Their Spicy 'Nibby':

 Photo courtesy of French Broad Chocolate Lounge

See the little red specks on top? Yeah, that's cayenne pepper! Let's just say, this little brownie has a KICK! At one point I accidentally inhaled the pepper and had a little coughing spell. But completely worth it! Casey chose to get a Maple Butter slice of cake and a hot chai tea — a perfect combination.

There were so many adorable truffles and chocolates to choose from, that it took a while to choose on my brownie — but I will definitely be going back for some of their famous truffles. They are the perfect size to pop in your mouth. That's when I realized they are the perfect wedding favor idea, and c'mon — who doesn't like chocolate?? Here were some of my favorites as I was perusing the merchandise!

Fresh Raspberry Truffle

 Photo courtesy of French Broad Chocolate Lounge

First of all, this truffle is so pretty, it would be difficult to eat! The red of the raspberry really pops, and would look so cute in the center of guests' plates at the end of the meal! Mmmmm....

Lavender and Honey Truffle

Photo courtesy of French Broad Chocolate Lounge

I love the simple beauty of this one — plus, I love love love lavender and honey!

Truffle World Collection

Photo courtesy of French Broad Chocolate Lounge

 

What a treat it would be opening up this box. Such treasures inside!

Chocolate Bars

Photo courtesy of French Broad Chocolate Lounge

 

The packaging on these bars of chocolate are just heavenly. If it was me, I would save these wrappings and use them on some crafty project! So pretty!

The lounge was so inviting, Casey and I ended up staying well over two hours! With three different levels, it was the perfect place to enjoy a cup of steamy hot cocoa — and admire the chocolaty scenery! I will most definitely be going back.