My Top Ten by Ruthie Caroliner
The owner and chocolatier of The Velvet Chocolatier shares her favorite things.
By Lauren Bell | February 2018
Jean-Pierre Wybauw book: I’ve had this book for years. It was written by a wonderful Belgian chocolatier who taught a chocolate course I attended.
Sheep Go To Sleep: One of my favorite books to read with my grandchildren.
Wedding band: A constant reminder of my favorite person ever, my husband.
Gym membership: I always start my day by going to the gym. It makes me feel good and allows me to have some room for chocolate sampling.
Dental floss: Some people carry lipstick in their pocketbook, I carry floss. Need I say more?
Remote control: I work with a television in the kitchen, so I need this to watch all of my favorites. I think it makes the chocolate taste more delicious.
Chocolate dipping fork: This is essential for coating the perfect ganache.
Chocolate Cashew Chew: Toasted cashews and creamy vanilla caramel, dipped in chocolate. It’s my personal favorite chocolate treat in the kitchen. I have two every day, thus the need for the gym.
The Wicked soundtrack: This is always playing in my car, and I love to sing along with my grandchildren.
Reusable cup: Always carrying my own cup for water and coffee. Doing my part to save the world.
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