Chocolate & Gem Pairing at the Woodstock Inn Spa
On a stunning fall Friday evening, I joined my wonderful friends, Khim Neang of the Woodstock Inn Spa and Melissa Dusenberry of All the Brilliants, for a unique Wellness Tasting with intention and connection, pairing ethically sourced, artisanal chocolate and gems.
The spa Great Room is absolutely gorgeous, with sumptuous seating and large windows that flood the room with mellow sunlight during the day, and blue-tinged evening light looking out over a lush garden. Melissa and I arrived to set up shortly after having dinner at the Red Rooster with our partners, sharing stories and connecting over delicious food and drink. Fortified by the creative, locally sourced fare including produce from their own Kelly Way Gardens (I can’t stop thinking about the outstanding wild mushroom toasts with chanterelles), we created a sensual journey tasting herb and salt-studded single origin chocolates from Ecuador and the Dominican Republic that corresponded with sparkling, colorful gemstones and their energetic attributes.
Khim set the mood with her graciousness and attention to detail, offering guests a complimentary glass of champagne upon stepping inside the the calming space, and Melissa and I offered amuse-bouches and -yeux of sparkling, color-changing tourmalines paired with solid single origin Ecuador dark chocolate.
We were able to lavish guests with our attention, taking our time to luxuriate in the atmosphere of the space, the unctuousness of the chocolates, and the energies of the gems.
What do chocolate and gems have in common?
So many things, from people and places to wellness and metaphysical properties. We shared cultural histories and supply chain stories, empowering choices that positively impact people and the planet.
Our flowing conversation blended the many parallels from people and places to wellness and metaphysical properties, each pairing of chocolates and gems exemplifying:
• energizing
• clarity of mind
• inner tranquility
• calm
Need restoration for your mind and body, self care through chocolate, or intentional jewelry, we’ve got you!
Visit the Woodstock Inn & Resort and The Spa for a New England retreat that is just beyond.
Explore stunning, empowering gemstone jewelry ethically sourced and made by women at All the Brilliants
Visit our Online Shop and our brick and mortar Store for more luxe chocolates. The Woodstock Inn stocks a selection of our handcrafted chocolate bars in their Gift Shop, as well as a bespoke collection of bars as room amenities.
