Chocolates are a classic Valentine’s Day gift.  And while we have fond memories of M&Ms and Hershey’s Kisses from our grade school days, we’re especially intrigued by the artisanal and sustainable candies that have emerged in recent years.  Nicobella truffles are likely to be an eco-foodie’s Holy Grail: a triumvirate of gourmet flavors, organic chocolate, and vegan ingredients, to boot.

Nicobella has its own take on the traditional chocolate truffle.  The usual cream ganache center is replaced with natural vegan ingredients and antioxidant-rich fruits and nuts, such as blueberries, green tea and pumpkin.  Dark chocolate, also naturally full of antioxidants, makes each truffle a luxurious indulgence.  You’ll find a variety of exotic flavors from Nicobella, such as Walnut Flaxseed Crunch, Sunflower Banana Butter, Pumpkin Chai, Blueberry Almond, or Ginger Green Tea.

Nicobella works with Fair Trade chocolatier Theo Chocolate to produce their dark chocolate truffles in order to ensure their chocolate is made under Fair Trade conditions.

We think these toothsome treats will be a much preferred alternative to eco-unfriendly cut flowers. Shop online or see all of Nicobella’s brick-and-mortar locations on their website.

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