The “Paradise Chocolate Fest Cookbook II – A Second Serving” is a collection of Recipes, Works of Art and Special Features celebrating the wonders of Children and Chocolate! It is sure to be treasured for years.

This mouth-watering cookbook contains over 300 delicious, decadent recipes…. Mocha Martini, Cocoa Crisp Bacon Appetizer, Napa Valley Beef Stew, Chocolate Monkey Muffins, Mudslide Brownie Cake, Espresso Truffles – everything you need from appetizers to desserts.

Each recipe includes Chocolate! Special features of the cookbook include original works of “chocolate inspired” art produced by a dozen renowned north-state artists; and The Chocolate Chapter, by chocolatier Clarice Armstrong discussing the history, health benefits, types of chocolate and much more. The Cookbook includes a hard-cover, 3-ring binder-style for ease of use and durability.

Originally published in 2007, the 1st edition Paradise Chocolate Fest cookbook was a huge success, winning national and regional awards – and raising thousands of dollars, benefiting youth on the Paradise Ridge. Proceeds from “Paradise Chocolate Fest Cookbook II – A Second Serving” will benefit non-profit organizations which provide educational, enrichment, recreational or leadership opportunities to youth on the Paradise Ridge.

Cookbooks will be available for Purchase at the Paradise Chocolate Fest, May 9th 10-5 at Terry Ashe Park in Paradise.  $25.00                                                                                        OR - Contact: Youth on the Ridge Community Foundation / Paradise Chocolate Fest - info@chocolatefest.us  (+ $5.00 for shipping)