Abundance of Chocolate Easter Eggs a Toothsome Tradition and a Sure Sign ...
Artisan chocolatiers craft beautiful examples as they approach one of their busiest months of the year, says Ecole Chocolat founder.
(PRWEB) March 15, 2012
Eggs are a symbol for new life, the essence of nature's determination that winter will end and spring come forward with its pastel promise of natural abundance. "And when the eggs are made of chocolate, you know Easter can't be far behind," says Pam Williams, Founder and Head Instructor at Ecole Chocolat Professional School of Chocolate Arts.
According to a new report by Leatherhead Food Research entitled Innovation in the Global Confectionery Market, "The U.S. has the world's largest market for Easter confectionery, with sales worth an estimated $2.15 billion in 2011. Almost 80% of the country's population routinely buys chocolate and confectionery during this time of year, with chocolate featuring in over 90 per cent of Easter baskets prepared in the U.S. " The report also notes that chocolate eggs "continue to represent the market's main sector."
The artisan producers' village will be of more interest to hardcore foodies - particularly the guest exhibitors from Britain's foremost food town, Ludlow - while the Gardeners' World grow-your-own area and the Nestlé Toque d'Or restaurant,
Susanna Cook making chocolates, AlliesDesign
