Koko Black Salon | Level 2, Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, INDOOROOPILLY QLD 4068
WARNING: The
following post is not for the fainthearted.
I
understand that on Monday most people suffer from Mondayitis, but
this Monday, I died and went to chocolate heaven. Yes, Koko Black has
finally arrived in Brisbane. If that doesn’t put a giant
grin on your face from ear to ear then you must be darn
hard to impress (or perhaps chocolate isn’t your thing so stop
reading now).
It
goes without saying that Koko Black has mastered the fine art of
European chocolate making. I remember that the first time when I went
to Melbourne many years ago, visiting Koko Black in the Royal Arcade
was on the top of my to do list. I was mesmerised by the saloon's
cosy décor and old world charm, but more importantly I was
hooked on the chocolates.
Located
amongst designer boutiques on level 2 of the newly revamped
Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, Koko Black occupies a spacious
shopfront. Designed by the team at Russell & George, the interior
is simple, sleek and yet somehow captivating. Before I even
entered the store, my eyes were drawn to the shiny display cabinet
filled with delicious looking chocolates.
I
was introduced to the founder, Shane Hills, who then spent
the next two hours sharing his passion with the invited guests. We
were literally spoilt for choices and so decided that
the only logical thing to do was to try everything from salted
caramel dark chocolate to Tasmanian Leatherwood
Honeycomb inclusion in 54% dark premium couverture chocolate before
sitting down at the table and being presented with the
Dessert Degustation. At $26, I thought the
degustation was great value. It's perfect for two and
includes Chocolate Alchemy Cake, Raspberry Mousse, Chocolate
Hazelnut Cluster, Belgian Mousse and chocolate ice cream. I'd
be lying if I told you that I remember the flavours of everything I
tried at the tasting, but I could not be more honest in saying
that everything I tried tasted nothing short of mind blowing!
You
see, Koko Black isn't just for chocolate aficionados, the salon is
also the perfect space for catch-ups and some relaxation
after a long day of shopping. But if you are anything like me, you'll
probably binge on their decadent chocolates before, during and
after a shopping spree. And rightly so!
PS.
I strongly recommend the Hot Chocolate which is the signature
beverage of Koko Black's and is freshly brewed according to
a traditional Belgian recipe. The creamy, velvety texture will
transport you to another world. Now that's my kind of choc-universe.
Disclaimer:
this bunnie was an invited guest to the chocolate tasting. She
is however currently suffering from Koko Black chocolate
withdrawal syndrome and is planning on visiting the salon this
weekend!
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