Go
ahead and hand out two valentines for the price of one this year by supporting
the Paint Box at
holding its first-ever Valentine’s Day Gift
single cent from the proceeds is donated directly to research and care programs
at
The chocolate gifts are made at Choco-Logo in downtown Buffalo. Some
may remember the Almond Pecan Nutcorn from past Valentine’s Days, but other
confectionaries have been added. The Black Cherry Bark has swirls of dark and
milk chocolate mixed with dried sweet and sour cherries and toasted almonds to
serve any nut lover’s craving. Need something to spice it up a bit? The Hot
Heart truffles are made of dark chocolate and raspberry flavoring, with a
habanero kick. Prices range from $10-13.
If
choosing one to gift is too difficult, you can easily give them all at once. The
exclusively online, includes the Almond Pecan Nutcorn, Black Cherry Bark, and
Hot hearts in one pretty package (see below).
Other
items on sale are a Hopeful Heart apron, a heart-adorned notepad, and patient-designed
note cards with five different varieties from the kids at Roswell. Each gift is uniquely
wrapped in original artwork by pediatric patient-artists.
“We’re
so grateful for the community’s support during the holidays and now ask for
continued help to fund needed cancer research and patient programs,” Art
Committee Chair Jennifer Prince Bronstein said.
Valentine’s
Day items are available online through February 14th. All items are also
available at the
February 13th, with the exception of the chocolate tower.
If
a pre-Valentine’s outing is more your style, The Perfect Pair is being held on February 13th. Chocolatier Dan Johnson will host the event at the Choco-Logo
at 141 Broadway. He will discuss chocolate-making techniques while guests
sample red and white wines and candies. Tickets are $15/pair
or $10/single and presentations will be given at