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Tom's Mince Pie Chocolates: Flavour with a Mission
As Christmas approaches, our senses come alive with the allure of festive flavours. This holiday season, we introduce a special, limited-edition Mince Pie chocolate—an idea born from a young, neurodivergent visionary named Thomas. His journey with us at Harry Specters is...
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The History of the Chocolate Advent Calendar
The chocolate Advent calendar grew from nineteenth-century German customs for counting the days until Christmas. What began with chalk marks, candles and religious pictures gradually became a printed calendar with opening doors. Chocolate appeared much later, during the twentieth century,...
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A Merry Vegan Christmas: Our Vegan Chocolate Collection
The holiday season is a time for celebration, joy, and, of course, delicious treats. For those embracing a vegan lifestyle, Christmas can sometimes present challenges when it comes to finding festive food and sweets that are both plant-based and indulgent....
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Countdown to Christmas: What's In Our 2024 Chocolate Advent Calendar?
As the holiday season approaches, there's a sense of magic in the air—a time of joy, anticipation, and indulgence. One of the most beloved traditions of the Christmas season is the advent calendar, a delightful way to count down the...
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Chocolate Around the World: A Global Journey
Embark on a delicious adventure with Harry Specters as we explore the diverse world of chocolate. Chocolate, loved universally, has a rich and varied history that spans continents and cultures. From its ancient origins to its modern-day incarnations, chocolate has...
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Halloween: How Did Trick or Treating Start?
Halloween is a holiday filled with spooky fun, creative costumes, and the delightful anticipation of receiving Halloween gifts. One of the most beloved traditions of this festive season is trick-or-treating, where children go door-to-door collecting candies and chocolates for Halloween....