In mid-April, the highly anticipated grand opening of the Easton Public Market brought herds of eager people through its doors. While there are endless options to explore at the market, there was one item that was continuously going out of stock.
The chocolatiers at Chocodiem were selling out of macarons at a rapid speed. Their record? Six hundred macarons in three hours. Hundreds of people were buying out the French confection on a daily basis—and still are—but you won't see Master Chocolatier Jean-Paul (JP) whipping these up behind the counter. The macarons are actually handmade at MacarOn Café in New York City. At $2.75 a pop, or a dozen for $30, one can indulge in this once-exclusive dessert right here in the Valley. Flavors rotate on a regular basis, but can include raspberry, pistachio, Nutella, honey lavender, earl grey, white chocolate, orange blossom, caramel and more.
The colorful treat is gluten free—some are dairy free—and best enjoyed at room temperature. Splurge for box of twelve and store it in your fridge for a week, or stick it in your freezer for up to six months. Looking to really spoil yourself? Enjoy one with a glass of wine for dessert, or as a decadent breakfast with a cup of coffee.
Though the macarons fly off the shelves, the uniquely handmade truffles are JP's true labor of love. His personally developed recipes incorporate local ingredients and, from start to finish, are an artisanal work of art. JP's European palate keeps his quality standards high. From rosewater to prosecco, pearl, apple jack liquor and cherry brandy, there is no shortage of flavors. And in an effort to stay local, JP created an espresso truffle made with the espresso from Fieldstone Coffee Roasters and Tea (the coffee shop next door to him at the market).
So go ahead, stop by Chocodiem and indulge.
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