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Oh my goodness! Our local paper The Peoria Journal Star, featured Sublime Confections in the 4/20/24 Sunday Edition! *Blush*

Sublime Confections is just getting started, and the future looks incredibly promising. During the winter holiday chocolate season, we seized numerous opportunities for growth by rapidly increasing production to meet the high demand. The positive feedback we received not only fueled our excitement but also provided valuable insights that led to significant improvements in our confections. To ensure that we deliver the best, I have actively sought out the expertise of professional chocolatiers from around the globe. Their insights and exposure to modern confectionery design concepts have been invaluable. Moreover, by accessing new recipes, we have been able to craft more intricate flavor profiles and extend the shelf life of our products. Building a network and fostering new friendships bring immeasurable value and joy to this journey.

As we look ahead to 2024, we are determined to channel our time, energy, and passion into creating confections that elevate any occasion into an unforgettable experience for our customers. I am eagerly awaiting the opportunity for you to savor what we have in store!

Never show up empty handed.

Dinner invite? Real Estate agent found the perfect house? Parent/Teacher conference? Break-up party? Pet sitter tip? Partner got a promotion at work? Meeting future mother-in-law? Kind neighbors? That one friend still eating stale Halloween candy out of a pillowcase during nap time?

Oh, that’s you?

Confession of a hardworking mom: I absolutely love chocolate. A mouthful of artisan chocolate is a pure and simple delight that lifts me above the messiness of everyday life. During the pandemic, I turned to making handcrafted chocolate candies as a means of creative expression. As I honed my chocolate-making skills, I began gifting boxes of bonbons to teachers and other kind souls who had supported and encouraged my family.

When someone asked if I sold them, I initially laughed, but then more and more people started asking! I am so grateful for the amazing support I’ve received, from sage business advice to feedback from volunteer bonbon tasters (you know who you are). The launch is getting closer every day, and I can’t wait to share these little boxes of goodness with all of you.

In July 2023, my brother and sister-in-law invited me to join them in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for a well-deserved rest. They were gracious hosts, arranging day trips for snorkeling, visiting the botanical gardens, souvenir shopping, and, most importantly, a chocolate truffle workshop at the ChocoMuseo. We learned about the history of chocolate and the entire process from harvest to production. We had the chance to see real cacao beans and pods and taste the difference between chocolates made with various percentages of pure cacao. Our wonderful instructor guided us through each step of making filled chocolates, answering all our questions along the way. We also practiced the art of tempering chocolate, carefully filling each dome and sealing it with a cap. After making Bonbons, we worked in teams to create beautifully flavored truffles. Honestly, I had the time of my life and left that magical place with the beginnings of a plan.