In article >, Bob > wrote:


> My sister sent me a sampler box of bittersweet chocolate, and I'm thinking
> of having a small chocolate-tasting party. (see
> http://www.chocosphere.com/Html/Products/amedei.html and look at the "I Cru"
> Origin Sampler Box)

You specifically eliminated the two correct choices: coffee and port. I submit
your desire to have something that isn't strong-tasting is an error. What you
want is something with a distinct taste that complements the chocolate.
The problem of people that don't drink coffee or alcohol and/or have
various imaginary or real allergies is harder. I've never really figured out
how to accomodate that kind of thing, except to offer a selection of stuff
and leave the choice to the guest. Milk always seems appropriate with
chocolate, possibly from early-life associations. Of course, lots of people
feel they're allergic to milk . . . . Maybe a nice cut-glass decanter of
distilled water for the terminally choosy.

Mike Beede