jm49er1 Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 i have a friend who is celebrating his 60th next week and he is a chocolate lover - any place in Pattaya to buy good chocolate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuban Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 There used to be a place in Jomtien that did chocolates and teas, coffees. I would assume that it failed because it was too much of a niche market. I can not recall anything in Pattaya. With the current 'milk products' issue in China - I don't think it is a good time for Asian chocolate etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PTYstefan Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 the stores like best supermarket north pattaya, foodland, villa market they should have european chocolate. but as cuban mention look where they where made from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ungabunga Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 I think you can buy swiss chocloates 'Lindt' brand in Carrefour etc.. Also Villa Market as stated by Stefan above.. I too read today that a number of products have been recalled in Thailand due to the China milk problem - which is a worry on account that I've stuffed my face with mars bars for the last year or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toptuan Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 Yeah, now that Dove Bars (with Hazelnuts) are out with the other China milk-crap, I crave 'em intensely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEFLMike Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 Most 7/11s' carry in stock a bar of dark (plain) chocolate. Simply named '56% Cocoa'. The best should be at least 60% Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jm49er1 Posted September 27, 2008 Author Share Posted September 27, 2008 I've stuffed my face with mars bars for the last year or so. you and me both!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plasticpig Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 (edited) You could try this place, think it is called the Gourmet, does wine and chocolate, in Jomtien, near wows bar, just before the monkey statue heading out of Jomtien, not sure if its still open. it looked an expensive place. Edited September 27, 2008 by plasticpig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ungabunga Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 Le Gourmet closed down I understand.... It's a pharmacy/doctors now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plasticpig Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 that only lasted a few years, just not been down, Jomiten for a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattaya_girl Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 I always buy my Cadburys Chocolate from Foodland - I am waiting for a Thorntons shop opening up in Pattaya one day, but i bet i will have a long wait... ahhh memories... yum yum !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEFLMike Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 (edited) Thorntons are now on sale in a lot of Supermarkets in the UK. I would not be surprised if Tesco take them soon. Then how long would it take for Tesco Lotus to get them in stock? Edited September 28, 2008 by TEFLMike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guderian Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 Foodmart next to View Talay 1 in Jomtien has imported bars of Swiss chocolate that are excellent. Don't buy Cadbury's here as it is made in Malaysia to a different recipe from what is used in the UK, so it tastes totally different. I think they do that to raise the melting point so that it doesn't go soft as easily in the tropical heat, and also to make it less susceptible to fungal attacks. No need to go to China to find nasty things in the chocolate. Swiss chocolcate is always imported and so tastes the same as it does back in Europe. They had a Swiss pecan caramel chocolate bar there a few montsh back that was heaven , but it's been out of stock for a while now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmybkk Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 Try La Baguette in front of Woodlands Resort in Naklua, just past the Dolphin roundabout. I know they do great cakes, some of them chocolate, and I've also got a feeling that they sell individual chocolates as well. I could be wrong though. Also you may find good chocolate at some of the 5 star hotels - I would give The Marriott and The Sheraton a call or pay them a visit. Just came back from BKK and the chocolate in a little confectionary/bakery in the basement of the Grand Hyatt hotel was excellent. Long way to go just for chocolate but if you're planning a trip or know anyone coming down from BKK you could ask them to pick some up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmybkk Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 Also check with the Amari Hotel. I had the brunch at Mantra recently and there were some great chocolates in the dessert section. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tartempion Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 I am afraid you will need to make a trip to Bangkok, suk soi 31, Duc de Praslin or factory at Suk soi 49/14 to find the real stuff. see http://www.gallothai.com/ducdepraslin.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiG16 Posted September 30, 2008 Share Posted September 30, 2008 from a chocolate expert/ addict I second tartempion on the Duc De Praslin (belgian choc shop) at corner of Sukhmvit 31 in Bkk. theres a thread running on chocolates elsewhere....but I cant post links here...but will try to see if I can find some other places (all would be in Bkk though, as I dont know Pattaya at all) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jm49er1 Posted September 30, 2008 Author Share Posted September 30, 2008 Foodmart next to View Talay 1 in Jomtien has imported bars of Swiss chocolate that are excellent.Don't buy Cadbury's here as it is made in Malaysia to a different recipe from what is used in the UK, so it tastes totally different. I think they do that to raise the melting point so that it doesn't go soft as easily in the tropical heat, and also to make it less susceptible to fungal attacks. No need to go to China to find nasty things in the chocolate. Swiss chocolcate is always imported and so tastes the same as it does back in Europe. They had a Swiss pecan caramel chocolate bar there a few montsh back that was heaven , but it's been out of stock for a while now. Stopped by Foodmart this evening and found exactly what i was looking for - excellent selection to choose from - thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiG16 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Jm, did you get me something too? I had a birthday as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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