Dessert, Anyone?

Godiva Chocolatier Introduces Limited Edition European Dessert Truffles

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (New York, NY) – October 1, 2008 – This fall, reward yourself with a tour of Europe's finest patisseries without ever having to get on a plane. In October, Godiva Chocolatier will unveil their NEW Limited Edition European Dessert Truffles Collection. This exclusive line, available for a limited time only, allows you to indulge your sweet tooth and select your favorite dessert from the best of European pastry and confection.

Godiva's chef chocolatiers have masterfully reinterpreted six desserts as decadent Godiva truffles - Lemon Chiffon Cake, Caramelized Apple Tarte, Crème Brûlée, Chocolate Soufflé, Bananas Foster and Black Forest Torte. For the first time, these desserts are brought together in one unique experience. "Since my childhood in Belgium, I have long admired the fine desserts of Europe." explains Thierry Muret, Executive Chef Chocolatier at Godiva. "This collection allows Godiva Chocolatier to honor the best in European pastry."

The flavor of each truffle is a concentrated culmination of your favorite dessert. The deep, rich Chocolate Soufflé has a heavenly morsel of dark chocolate ganache enrobed in dark chocolate; the Crème Brûlée is highlighted with a vanilla custard flavor; the Caramelized Apple Tart features caramelized apples wrapped in a luxurious milk chocolate shell; a subtle hint of cherry combined with dark chocolate signifies a Black Forest Torte; nuances of brown sugar evoke the Bananas Foster; and Lemon Chiffon calls to mind the refreshing lightness of a light lemon crème cake.

European Dessert Truffles gift boxes are beautifully designed in bold shades of white and dark chocolate. The two toned gift boxes feature an eye-catching representation of freshly drizzled chocolate. European Dessert Truffles gift boxes are available in 6-piece ($15), 12-piece ($25), and 24-piece ($50) packages.

The Limited Edition European Dessert Truffles collection will be available at Godiva boutiques, specialty stores and finer department stores nationwide. Consumers may also order the collection online at www.GODIVA.COM or at 1.800.9.GODIVA.

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