Guest Ptp113 Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 I'm surprised that some people can't tell the difference and don't think other people can. If anyone needs a demonstration, feel free to turn up at my house with 2 bars of Dairy Milk (preferably 400g), one from Oz and one from the UK, and I will eat them both and tell you which was which, just so you can see. No contest. Oz choc has more cocoa solids Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flathead Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 No contest. Oz choc has more cocoa solids So why can't they turn it into something edible instead of the awful stuff they make here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ptp113 Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 So why can't they turn it into something edible instead of the awful stuff they make here? You're in Qld. Ever thought to research interstate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flathead Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 You're in Qld. Ever thought to research interstate? No thanks...I will stick to the proper English stuff. My taste buds are still intact....they have not been ruined by eating Australian food as long as you have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Oh really. I think I just don't get why someone can care that much subtle differences in their chocolate. I wouldn't dream of asking a friend to carry a pile of chocolate across the world for me, imagine the potential for mess..:biggrin: My daughter can tell the difference and says for her it isn't that subtle .. me I can only tell if it's thorntons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ptp113 Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 People who understand chocolate know that higher % cocoa solids is where it's at. Milk chocolate is really an abomination, but the masses wouldn't know any better. Try something with say 70% cocoa solids, a bit of a shock at first, but it comes to those who persevere. Here is a good chocolatier for those that have the money. It definitely isn't pom style vegolate http://www.lindsayandedmunds.com.au/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markb28 Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Lindt for me as well, tastes just like it does in Europe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Les Patterson Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 People who understand chocolate know that higher % cocoa solids is where it's at. Milk chocolate is really an abomination, but the masses wouldn't know any better. Try something with say 70% cocoa solids, a bit of a shock at first, but it comes to those who persevere. Here is a good chocolatier for those that have the money. It definitely isn't pom style vegolate http://www.lindsayandedmunds.com.au/ you're right about milk chocolate........it's all pretty much crap. I normally buy Lindt 70% cocoa dark chocolate with an occasional foray into the 80% cocoa stuff, beautiful taste as 'real' chocolate should taste. Had a look at the website....the Caramelised Chilli with Macadamia sounds good......think a slab or two as a special treat would be in order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ptp113 Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Another hiding in the ACT backwoods. http://www.robynrowechocolates.com.au/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milliem Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 I am also dark chocolate 70 percent cocoa fan. One square at a time to savour the taste Millie x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soooty Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 (edited) I think the Cadbury's chocolate here in Ireland is nicer than the English version, - sooo much creamier, it melts in the mouth... yum. I tell you what chocolate is awful - they have been selling chocolate here... with bits of cheese and onion crisps in it.... So wrong!:eek: Edited June 10, 2013 by Soooty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ptp113 Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 you're right about milk chocolate........it's all pretty much crap. I normally buy Lindt 70% cocoa dark chocolate with an occasional foray into the 80% cocoa stuff, beautiful taste as 'real' chocolate should taste. Had a look at the website....the Caramelised Chilli with Macadamia sounds good......think a slab or two as a special treat would be in order. And it's made in what used to be the RAAF Fairbairn Officers Mess Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Les Patterson Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 And it's made in what used to be the RAAF Fairbairn Officers Mess Jesus...I'm not sure that is any recommendation :wink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Les Patterson Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Just bought two slabs of the caramelised chilli and macadamia http://www.lindsayandedmunds.com.au/products/Caramelised-chilli-%26-macadamia-slab.html and the dark chocolate hearts for the GF http://www.lindsayandedmunds.com.au/products/Chocolate-hearts.html Thanks Sprintman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ptp113 Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Jesus...I'm not sure that is any recommendation :wink: Suitable building and available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NowPerth Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 People who understand chocolate know that higher % cocoa solids is where it's at. Milk chocolate is really an abomination, but the masses wouldn't know any better. Try something with say 70% cocoa solids, a bit of a shock at first, but it comes to those who persevere. Here is a good chocolatier for those that have the money. It definitely isn't pom style vegolate http://www.lindsayandedmunds.com.au/ Sadly dark chocolate gives me migraines. Much as I'd love to savour the flavour, I can't any more :cry: . So I'll have to stick to milk chocolate forever more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulip Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Some of us have tried chocolate of cocoa solids from 70% to 85% and simply prefer milk chocolate. I'm not sure how long I should eat chocolate I don't like in the aims of bettering my tastes...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ptp113 Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Some of us have tried chocolate of cocoa solids from 70% to 85% and simply prefer milk chocolate. I'm not sure how long I should eat chocolate I don't like in the aims of bettering my tastes...? When you grow up, your taste buds will mature Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulip Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Oooh I can't wait! Meanwhile, I'll just stick to my lowly lowly chocolate...happily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caramac Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 I'm with you Tulip. Apparently beetroot has a compound in it which is the same as chocolate (so satisfies the same craving, apparently....), so we should choose beetroot as the 'healthy alternative'. Stuff that! I HATE beetroot. Give me creamy, milky, sugary, melt in the mouth milk chocolate any day. I don't give a monkey's what the ingredients are! :wink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpo1971 Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 I hate dark chocolate, it tastes like soil. I eat a ton of chocolate, always have, and I can't tell any difference. Maybe I'm used to Aussie now, maybe my taste buds are bogan, whatever. It doesn't really make any odds. The UK shop in Joondalup sells proper English stuff, I bought a Star Bar last weekend, but I'm still no nearer cracking this 'difference' dilemma. Now, Heinz Chicken Soup, I can taste the difference there but, chocolate, no. I'm afraid, if you can, that's your problem. Sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ptp113 Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 I hate dark chocolate, it tastes like soil.I eat a ton of chocolate, always have, and I can't tell any difference. Maybe I'm used to Aussie now, maybe my taste buds are bogan, whatever. It doesn't really make any odds. The UK shop in Joondalup sells proper English stuff, I bought a Star Bar last weekend, but I'm still no nearer cracking this 'difference' dilemma. Now, Heinz Chicken Soup, I can taste the difference there but, chocolate, no. I'm afraid, if you can, that's your problem. Sorry. Do you smoke? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Les Patterson Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 No accounting for taste I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fourcorners Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 I brought a UK Cadbury bar back with me in May and we had a taste test at work. Unanimously everyone (6 Australians, 2 kiwis, a Swede and me) all thought UK cadburys tasted better than the Australian cadburys. My boss tried to figure out the difference and we concluded it was to do with proportions of ingredients rather than different ingredients. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ptp113 Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 I brought a UK Cadbury bar back with me in May and we had a taste test at work. Unanimously everyone (6 Australians, 2 kiwis, a Swede and me) all thought UK cadburys tasted better than the Australian cadburys. My boss tried to figure out the difference and we concluded it was to do with proportions of ingredients rather than different ingredients. No accounting for taste............ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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