Pure Belgian Chocolates

Let's face it, chocolates are by far the best candies in the world. Not only do they taste exquisite, in the right form they aid in maintaining proper blood pressure levels and are even considered an excellent natural anti-depressant. This is why chocolate is often regarded as the "happy food."

Indeed, chocolates are irresistible.

And the most irresistible of all are the Belgian chocolates. Pure Belgian chocolates are made of premium quality cocoa beans from the south. Belgians have been making chocolates for centuries and because of this experience and expertise, they've perfected the recipe.

Although Belgian chocolates may be priced expensively (if Godiva and Callebaut sound familiar, then you know your Belgian chocolates), they are considered the finest in both taste and quality. In fact, some people have reported feeling as if they were floating after tasting these chocolates. Of course, you have to keep a level head about you. The chemical properties of chocolate naturally create a feeling of euphoria.

The most accessible Belgian chocolate in the United States?

Probably Godiva.

Here's what Thierry Muret, Master Chocolatier, Godiva Chocolatier has to say about these chocolates: "Truly fine chocolates have several characteristics in common: they are always fresh, contain high quality ingredients like premium cocoa beans and dairy butter, are usually less sweet and feature unusual textures and natural flavors. Consequently, their taste differs greatly from less expensive chocolates, which tend to use artificial flavors and preservatives to achieve a longer shelf-life."

Whatever kind of chocolate you crave, whether dark, white, or milk chocolate, Godiva's a good choice for Belgian chocolates.

But they aren't your only choice. Here are a few others ...

Nirvana Chocolate
Chocolates for the true chocoholic. Indulge your passion by choosing your own selection of the finest, freshest and hand-made supreme imported Belgian Chocolates on-line. In the traditional Belgian way of shopping for chocolates, you can actually choose the particular Nirvana Chocolates you would like in your box, creating your own custom made assortment.

Chocolove's Everyday Chocolate Bars
Discover Chocolove premium Belgian chocolate bars. Available in eleven distinct flavors that range from a sweet, creamy Milk Chocolate with a 33% cocoa content up to Extra Strong Dark with an impressively strong yet smooth 77% cocoa content. The cocoa content is boldly indicated on each bar for easy identification. Tied in to chocolate's natural counterpart, love, each bar resembles a love letter, complete with a romantic poem inside the wrapper.

Dolfin Chocolate
Dolfin Chocolate Company was founded in 1989 to create a different kind of Belgian Chocolate. Dolfin Belgian Chocolate draws on the original sources of chocolate, skillfully combining the intense flavors with the subtle flavors of select natural ingredients to create a very special taste. Or, if you prefer, enjoy offerings of pure, unflavored Dolfin chocolate. Either way, Dolfin is a treat for the confirmed chocolate fanatic!

Chocolates by Bernard Callebaut
After years of training at his family's famous chocolate business in Belgium, Bernard has created a wide array of 48 unique and imaginative chocolate delicacies. From award-winning chocolates to the many varieties of chocolate baking products, our special gifts will surely bring a smile to any chocolate lover on your list.

Whether you want to make your own chocolate delicacies, or you simply want to enjoy your chocolate, pure Belgian chocolate is an excellent choice. Though they're generally more expensive, you'll enjoy intense aromas, textures and flavors that can satisfy your chocolate cravings with just a piece or two.