How to savour Guylian Belgian Chocolates
For the ultimate sensory experience of what the ancient Mayans called “the food of the gods", enjoy Guylian’s Belgian chocolates slowly, carefully and delicately. Only then will you be able to fully experience its taste, aroma and unique texture. Savour chocolate as you would fine wine and follow our tips below for an unforgettable chocolate moment!
Start with Guylian’s Original Chocolate Sea Shells and work your way through the range!
1. Make yourself comfortable
First, set the scene. Make yourself comfortable. Remove all distractions such the television, newspapers, loud music. This way you can fully concentrate all of your attention on the experience. When in the company of friends or family, encourage them to enjoy the taste sensation together.
2. Open the box
Take the iconic Guylian white square box and open the lid, after a quick glance at the chocolate treasures inside. Opening the box is only the start of true indulgence.
3. Look
First enjoy the look of the box, filled with unblemished marbled chocolate shells. No two Guylian’s chocolate Sea Shells have the exact same colour palate of dark, milk and white chocolate. Every shell is marked with the Guylian G stamp, a guarantee of a genuine Guylian praline.
Now choose and pick your favourite shell. Hold it in your hand like a lustrous jewel for just a few seconds, taking in the highly detailed sculptured shape.
4. Inhale the aroma
Inhale the sensuous chocolate aroma. You’ll notice the careful balance of fine Belgian chocolate and a hint of nuts from the freshly made hazelnut praliné filling.
5. Mouthfeel (texture)
Take one small bite. Lean back and close your eyes. Notice how the chocolate feels on your tongue. Premium quality Belgian chocolate melts like butter; it’s a "clean melt", nothing sticky, waxy or sandy will stick to the roof of your mouth. Notice the exquisite combination of the cracking shell with the ultra smooth filling’s texture.
6. Taste
Eat the chocolate slowly. Very slowly. Try to separate and recognise the flavours. Guylian Belgian chocolate is famous for its balanced blend of cocoa, milk and sugar. Notice how the taste changes as the chocolate melts away.
With Guylian’s Original Sea Shells, the unique taste comes from the delicious praliné filling, which is still made in the traditional way according the company’s original recipe. The main ingredients are fresh hazelnuts from the best growing regions in the Mediterranean and finest Belgian milk chocolate.
7. Reflect, indulge and repeat
Take a moment to reflect on the exquisite combination of taste, aroma, colour and texture. Then take your next bite exactly as the first: slowly, carefully, and delicately.
8. Share the experience
Strengthen your chocolate indulgence by sharing your experience with others. Try to put into words every characteristic and flavour of the chocolate and discuss with your friends or family members. It will make it an even more memorable tasting experience.