Inspired By Exotic Destinations (NAPSA)—Leave your passport at home and embark on a culinary trip to faraway places. Chef Jody Klocko, who was recently named one of the “10 Best Pastry Chefs in America,” developed a new collection of chocolate truffles that offer a taste of exotic recipes and ingredients from around the world. “T took my culinary cues from destinations that intrigue me and inspire my senses,” says Klocko. According to Klocko, who is Chef Chocolatier at Godiva, truffles have always represented the ultimate indulgence for chocolate enthusiasts. “Truffles are a classic European confection and are enjoyed by those who savor a sophisticated taste.” The new truffles transport tasters to six delectable destinations: * First stop, Cuba, where the refreshing Mojito cocktail is interpreted into a Mojito Truffle. Chef Klocko includes a fusion of aromatic spearmint and rum flavors spiked with squeezed lime within a white chocolate ganache covered in milk chocolate. * Off to Latin America, where another popular drink, the spicy Horchata concoction, inspires a chocolate treat. The Horchata Truffle recipe uses notes of the cocktail’s primary ingredients— flavored with roasted almonds, cinnamon, nutmeg and brown sugar. * On to Thailand, where Thai influences of lemongrass and coconut juices are accentuated with a touch of vanilla to create the Coconut Zest Truffle. * To the Caribbean, where the egg-shaped passion fruit is an integral part of the local cuisine. For his Pabana Truffle, Chef Chocolatier Chef Klocko Jody Klocko tones down the” acidity of the passion fruit juice by fusing it with a banana flavor mixed into milk chocolate ganache and covered in dark chocolate. * Next stop, Africa, where influences of sweet honeys and crunchy cashews cometogether in the Karibu Truffle, which is as warm andinviting as its Swahili translation, “Welcome Traveler.” * Final destination, Europe, where the popular combination of orange and caramel inspires the Caramel Solstice Truffle. You can treat yourself to a culinary adventure with Godiva’s new Limited Edition Truffles that are inspired by exotic destinations. The new chocolates are available only through December 2004 (while supplies last) at Godiva boutiques, specialty stores and finer department stores, as well as through the company’s toll-free number 1800-9-GODIVAor at its online store at www.GODIVA.com. wee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eeDie a eee eee eee eee eee Note to Editor: The truffle line is available through December 31, 2004.
