If we were ever stuck on a desserted island, we’d want it to be chocolate. Luckily, such a magical place exists! Drop by your local Nugget Market to explore a dedicated table topped with the finest cocoa-based confections around.

This season, we're shining a light on California chocolatiers. Ideal for gourmet gifting and indulging in a little sweet self-care, these artisanal delights are some of the finest chocolates our great state has to offer. Take your holiday (or any day) to the next level with Golden State goodies like…

• Lula’s Pecan or Macadamia Nut Caramels handmade in Monterey
• Bart’s Chocolate Fudge crafted locally in Sacramento
• Fresh to Market Chocolate Bars made in Napa Valley by a master chocolatier
• Ginger Elizabeth Chocolate Bars and Chocolate-Covered Candied Almonds handcrafted in Sacramento
• Charles Chocolates Chocolate-Covered Lemon Peel, Ruby Cacao Bars, and Dubai Done Better Bars from San Francisco
• …and many more!

Speaking of Dubai chocolate, you may have already heard about it, but have you had the pleasure of tasting the untold decadence firsthand? Originally made by a chocolate shop in Dubai (hence the viral nickname), the classic Pistachio Kataifi Chocolate Bar is a trendsetting confection featuring a melt-in-your-mouth milk chocolate exterior filled to the brim with sweet pistachio paste and a crispy, shredded Middle Eastern phyllo pastry known as kataifi. The tantalizing trio of ingredients results in a larger-than-life chocolate bar with a creamy, crunchy mouthfeel and sweet and nutty flavor, often with a decorative splash of color on top. Give it a try and see what the buzz is about!

If you’re not traveling overseas anytime soon, enjoy a California riff on Dubai chocolate! Made in San Francisco with artisanal techniques and the finest ingredients, Charles Chocolates Dubai Done Better Bars boast house-made pistachio cream and crispy shredded kaitifi (think tiny shreds of filo dough) enrobed in rich, bittersweet chocolate for a beautiful balance of flavors and textures. For even more deliciousness, try their versions with gooey caramel and chocolate ganache!

And when you really want to impress, go cocoa loco with our super simple Chocolate Bar Puff Pastry Braid Recipe, pictured below! This stunning dessert is easy, elegant, and endlessly customizable. Simply stuff pre-made puff pastry with Dubai chocolate or your favorite chocolate bar for the ultimate in care-free decadence. 

Drop by your local Nugget Market's chocolate island to get started!

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