Valentine's Pairings
Lindemans Framboise is a classic Belgian fruit lambic known for its vibrant raspberry flavor, balancing sweet fruit with a signature tart acidity. Pairs exceptionally well with rich chocolate desserts (dark chocolate mousse, truffles, lava cake), creamy desserts (cheesecake, panna cotta, ice cream), and tangy fruits. Its sweet-tart profile also complements savory dishes like rich duck confit, baked brie, goat cheese salads, or, for an unusual pairing, seafood like oysters and caviar.
Haven's Candies Milk or Dark Chocolate Boxes
4 pieces chocolate assortment in Valentine Box $7.50
Haven's Candies Milk or Dark Chocolate Truffles
4 pieces truffle assortment $7.50
Coeur du Bray Neufchatel Hearts $9.09
Coeur du Bray
An authentic French Neufchâtel cheese, which is famously produced in a traditional heart shape. This soft, mold-ripened cheese has a rich history and a distinct salty, mushroomy flavor.- Type: A soft, slightly crumbly, mold-ripened cheese (similar to Camembert).
- Origin: Produced in the Neufchâtel-en-Bray region of Normandy, France. It is an AOC cheese, ensuring its authenticity.
- Milk Source: Made from cow's milk.
- Flavor Profile: It has a salty, tangy flavor with notes of mushrooms, a nutty taste, and a characteristic bloomy rind. As it ages, its flavor becomes fuller-bodied.
- Texture: The center remains relatively firm and flaky when young, becoming silkier and softer towards the edges as it matures.
- Historical Significance: The heart shape is linked to a legend from the Hundred Years' War, where French farm girls gave heart-shaped cheeses to English soldiers as a sign of affection.
The Coeur du Bray Neufchâtel hearts are often available seasonally, particularly around Valentine's Day.