New Shop Specializes in Ganache-Based Chocolate Bonbons

February 27, 2008

A gift box from Ambiance Chocolat

A gift box from Ambiance Chocolat

Photo: Courtesy of Ambiance Chocolat

Chocolate fans, take note: There's a new place in town to buy sweet gifts for corporate clients and employees. Three friends—Beata Brutovska, Stanka Hinkova, and Patrick Smets—opened Ambiance Chocolat last month, a South Riverdale shop specializing in soft-centred, ganache-based bonbons made in-house using French chocolate (Valrhona and Michel Cluizel). A list of 15 flavours includes candied orange in Grand Marnier with blood-orange caramel, sun-dried cherries in cherry wine, and soft caramel with fleur de sel. The store also sells fair-trade coffee and tea, as well as baked goods like chocolate-chip cherry cookies. Chocolates are packaged in recycled, unbleached gift boxes in quantities of six, 12, 20, or 36, and range in price from $6.75 to $35.95.

In collaboration with La Tablée des Chefs, the Nourish Lab offered an immersive culinary experience that shined a light on the challenges of food security. Participants were invited to engage their senses—taste, smell, and touch—through cooking and conversation.

C2 Montreal 2025: How the Business Conference Puts Creativity in 'Motion'

'I’ve worked with Edge Catering many times, and they are always my first call for the 'tricky ones'—which, as an event planner in the mountains, come up often!' says Heather Odendaal, founder and CEO of Bluebird, a destination management firm in Western Canada. 'Their staff, food quality, service, and organization are truly top of the line.'

3 Event Profs in Canada Share Their Favorite Vendors

Fairmont Pacific Rim

5 New Venues in Canada for Spring 2025 Meetings and Events

TO Fest welcomed 100 clients and prospects to Kulture ahead of PCMA CL's closing night event—headlined by Gwen Stefani—at the nearby convention center. Upon entering, guests could pose in front of this VIP backstage-inspired photo op.

How Destination Toronto Brought Festival Vibes to a Major Industry Conference

C2 Montreal 2025: How the Business Conference Puts Creativity in 'Motion'

The event—known for its out-of-the-box experiences—returned to the Grand Quay with the theme "Motion: The Art of Taking Action."

In collaboration with La Tablée des Chefs, the Nourish Lab offered an immersive culinary experience that shined a light on the challenges of food security. Participants were invited to engage their senses—taste, smell, and touch—through cooking and conversation.

Opinion & Experts

3 Event Profs in Canada Share Their Favorite Vendors

Event professionals reveal their preferred partners across entertainment, catering, photo booths, and more.

'I’ve worked with Edge Catering many times, and they are always my first call for the 'tricky ones'—which, as an event planner in the mountains, come up often!' says Heather Odendaal, founder and CEO of Bluebird, a destination management firm in Western Canada. 'Their staff, food quality, service, and organization are truly top of the line.'

5 New Venues in Canada for Spring 2025 Meetings and Events

Take a peek at these buzzworthy restaurants, hotels, meeting and event spaces, and more recently opened in Canada.

Fairmont Pacific Rim

How Destination Toronto Brought Festival Vibes to a Major Industry Conference

The destination marketing organization designed quick yet impactful activations for a closing night event during PCMA CL.

TO Fest welcomed 100 clients and prospects to Kulture ahead of PCMA CL's closing night event—headlined by Gwen Stefani—at the nearby convention center. Upon entering, guests could pose in front of this VIP backstage-inspired photo op.

What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: Hilton Trends Report, Disney's Creative Studio for Event Profs, Asheville Bounces Back, and More

BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.

Asheville was hit hard last September by Hurricane Helene, which brought flash floods, landslides, and record rainfall. Since then, the city has been recovering and is now eager to welcome back groups.

Experiential Marketing, Activations & Sponsorships

29 Cool Ideas You May Have Missed From Gymshark, Ghirardelli, J.Crew, and More

Here’s a look at some steal-worthy ideas we spotted in December 2024.

In a fun, holiday-inspired touch, a Christmas tree was constructed from medicine balls.

See Inside This High-Tech, Multisensory Experience from Don Julio

How U.S. Event Planners Can Navigate Global Attendance Challenges

C2 Montreal 2025: How the Business Conference Puts Creativity in 'Motion'

This Event Turned Home Decor Into a Celebration of Latinas' Life Moments

How BET’s Stylish Anniversary Dinner Honored the Past—and Embraced the Future

What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: MPI WEC Heads to St. Louis, New Trends Report Shows Corporate Events on the Rise, and More

Event Production & Fabrication

From Blank Space to Event Space: See Inside This Massive Taylor Swift Fan Experience in Toronto

During the singer’s current six-show run in the city, fans are gathering at Toronto's Version: Taylgate '24 to celebrate—and trade friendship bracelets, of course—with fellow Swifties.

“It was vital that we put on an event for those with and without tickets, and for that reason, we had to secure a huge and versatile space within a stone’s throw of the concert venue at the Rogers Centre,” Goldstein explained about the decision to hold the event in the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

Experiential Marketing, Activations & Sponsorships

35 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From Savage x Fenty, Pinterest, Dunkin', and More

Here’s a look at some steal-worthy ideas we spotted in October 2024.

Origins' Youthtopia Activation

Montréal Makes It More

From venues to menus, everything here has a little something extra.

23914771 Contenu Marketing 700x467 Px 1

8 Convention Centers with Art Gallery-Worthy Vibes

From British Columbia to Miami, we highlight standout art collections from convention centers throughout North America.

Moscone Center | San Francisco

How a Breakout Session at ASAE Turned Into a Border Crossing to Canada

Hint: with passports, a 25-minute flight from Cleveland, and a lot of help from Destination Canada.

Once on Pelee Island, Ontario, participants heard a talk from Canadian sustainability expert and author Leor Rotchild. The setting overlooking the lake was purposeful to really bring home of the excursion's message of sustainability.

What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: Industry Growth Projected for 2024, a Standout Exhibitor at ASAE, New Orleans Convention Center Renovations, and More

BizBash rounds up the latest news related to meetings, trade shows, and CVBs/DMOs.

Destination Canada launched a new marketing campaign at ASAE this year—with some unconventional twists. Read more below.

Page 1 of 174