USA- Don't forget your Mama! This year's Mother's Day treats are designed to meet the needs of today's loving children. Decadent new Spring truffles include mouth-watering flavors presented in an array of styles and colors such as Lemongrass Coconut enrobed in dark chocolate, Key Lime Pie drenched inmilk chocolate with lime infused white ganache and graham cracker, Sunfruit Marzipan, Strawberries and Cream, Ghana our all dark single origin ganache, Rhubarb pate de fruit presented in milk chocolate, Peppered Pineapple pate de fruit in dark chocolate sprinkled with black pepper, Black & White dark chocolate ganache enrobed in white chocolate and Salted Celery celery steeped in dark chocolate ganache, enrobed in milk chocolate and sprinkled with celery salt. Tied with ivory ribbon and topped with a sterling silver charm by Tina Tang Studios this package makes the perfect Mother’s Day gift ($28.95). The boutique offers three charm pendent choices including a sterling silver purse, sterling silver baby shoes or a red acrylic heart- only you know what suits Mom best!

Chosen by the NY Daily News as the winner in a blind taste test and declared the "Sweetest of the Sweet", ten holiday samplers were critiqued for presentation and taste by four top pastry chefs who rated the competition. Delicious new products include the Chocolate “Momma” Box ($55) which includes an autographed copy of Alison Nelson’s award-winning book Chocolate Bar: Recipes and Entertaining Ideas for Living the Sweet Life, 3 signature chocolate bars (milk, bittersweet and 72% super dark) and a 6 piece box of fabulous Spring truffles presented in the boutiques traditional packaging. Chocolate Therapy Gift Set ($65) includes a Chocolate Bar Tea (black tea leaf, chocolate & vanilla), Chocolate Peppermint Patty Tea (non-caffeinated peppermint leaves, chocolate, vanilla bean and rooibos), a jar of orange blossom honey, a box of tea sleeve, 4 retro bars and one mocha candle and a four clusters (chocolate biscotti caramel, cherry coconut, strawberry shortcake and peanut butter. Corporate Gifts are now available. Take a peek inside and see what sweet treats get your mouth watering. Chocolate Bar is located at 48 Eighth Avenue between Horatio and Jane Streets. Consumers can order product for delivery anywhere in the U.S. by calling 1.800.481.2462 or by visiting www.chocolatebarnyc.com.

Wedding Favors
Chocolate Bar invites you to give the gift of romance with Wedding Favors designed as traditional keepsakes in remembrance of that special union. Chocolate Bar's Wedding Setsare each showcased in elegant white favor boxes, custom-filled with any two truffles or six piece boxes wrapped in the ribbon of your choice ($4.25 per 2 piece box, $8.10 per six piece box). The boutique can also customize the top of each individual truffle with your logo or short message (prices vary). The store offers discounts for orders placed over 100 boxes. Chosen by the NY Daily News as the winner in a blind taste test and declared the "sweetest of the sweet", ten holiday samplers were critiqued for presentation and taste by four top pastry chefs who rated the competition. Chocolate Bar tea selections include Chocolate Peppermint Patty a mix of mellow vanilla, rich chocolate, soothing mint, West Village Blend, Chocolate Bar's signature blend of chocolate, vanilla, mint, ginger and cinnamon, Cool Aid a full-bodied blend of blood orange and pear, Night Cap a Chamomile tea with a lavender twist, Chocolate Bar Chai is a rich blend of cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and organic black tea and Chocolate Bar Tea made from a dazzling array of chocolate, vanilla, rooibos and black tea. Hot chocolate is available in rich, frothy flavors such as classic, spicy, white and peppermint blends.

Iced Beverages
They don’t blend and they certainly don’t frappe. The dog days of Summer are soon upon us and what better way to keep cool than relaxing with one of Chocolate Bar's iced liquid concoctions? New chilly beverages include bittersweet hot chocolate iced to cool you down. Try our Classic Liquid Chocolate  ($4.25), or throw caution to the wind and dive into one of our new liquid chocolate creations including Chocolate Lime (iced chocolate spiked with lime and topped with whipped cream,) Chocolate Coconut (iced chocolate spike with coconut, topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut,) or Raspberry Liquid Chocolate (all $4.75). Past favorites include Peppermint Liquid Chocolate  ($4.75), Iced Caramel Latte ($4.00), Iced Chocolate Chai  ($2.00), Iced Chocolate Tea  ($2.00). Just desserts for tropical escapism. Coming May 7th!We’ve spiked our iced chocolate! Along with the classic peppermint chip, hazelnut and caramel we’ve added Coconut: Iced chocolate spiked with coconut syrup, topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut, Raspberry: Iced chocolate & raspberry syrup topped with whipped cream and Lime: Iced chocolate spiked with lime syrup and topped with whipped cream

Mother’s Day at Chocolate Bar
Chocolate Bar is proud to offer our signature 12 piece truffle box featuring our spring collection truffles. Flavors include ghana pure dark, key lime pie and lemongrass coconut truffles. Tied with ivory ribbon and topped with a sterling silver charm by Tina Tang Studios this package makes the perfect Mother’s Day gift ($28.95). The boutique offers three charm pendent choices including a sterling silver purse, sterling silver baby shoes or a red acrylic heart- only you know what suits Mom best! $28.95 Now available, to place an order call 800.481.2462 or email info@chocolatebarnyc.com.

Fondue for Two
It’s fun, it’s groovy, it’s fondue and it’s for two. Famed potter and artist, Jonathan Adler , has created this ultra swanky fondue pot exclusively for Chocolate Bar . Each one is hand-thrown and stamped with the Jonathan Adler and Chocolate Bar label. Chocolate Bar’s Fondue For Two by Jonathon Adler features one natural toned ceramic fondue pot, 2 fondue forks, a tea light, 2 signature bittersweet bars by Chocolate Bar and a complete fondue recipe card. This limited-edition piece showcases the fusion of Chocolate Bar and Jonathan Adler’s signature modern yet whimsical styles, and blends form and function with no fuss. We recommend surrounding the pot with heaps of accompaniments such as fruits, marshmallows, cinnamon pastry straws, fresh pound cake, and sprigs of mint leaves. Fondue, a culinary phenomenon that keeps reinventing itself originated in Switzerland as a classic peasant dish comprised mainly of Emmenthaler and/or Gruyere cheese and wine. Fondue was made popular in the 50’s as the centerpiece for every dinner party and later followed by Chocolate fondue in 1964 tantalizing our taste buds and melting our hearts. Read Chocolate Bar’s new book entitled Chocolate Bar: Recipes and Entertaining Ideas for Living the Sweet Life for unique fondue recipes. $85.00 *Now available, to place an order call 800.481.2462 or email info@chocolatebarnyc.com.

Chocolate Bowl Gift Set
Drink your chocolate from this hefty but chic hand-thrown bowl created for Chocolate Bar by potter Jonathan Adler. Set features 1 bowl, 1 box Classic Hot Chocolate and 2 Signature Chocolate Bars (milk & bittersweet.) Each bowl stamped with the Jonathan Adler and Chocolate Bar label. $80.00 *Now available, to place an order call 800.481.2462 or email info@chocolatebarnyc.com.

The Fanatic
For the true chocolate addict in your life! Set features 12 piece assorted bon bons, 3 assorted Retro bars, 1 box Classic Hot Chocolate & 3 Signature Chocolate Bars (milk, bittersweet & 72%) $70.00 *Now available, to place an order call 800.481.2462 or email info@chocolatebarnyc.com.

Signature Bar Set Our complete collection of Signature Chocolate Bars. Each contains 4oz. of the highest quality chocolate infused with all natural flavors. 1 each of our signature bars: milk, bittersweet, 72%, orange dark, mint dark, coffee and white. $44. 00. *Pre-orders are now welcome. 1-800- 481-2462 or email info@chocolatebarnyc.com.

Delectable new bar flavors include:
Super Dark 72% for the chocolate purist it rarely gets more pure or dark than this- two varietal chocolates crafted with 72% cacao for a superior dark chocolate treat
Orange Dark a mixture of the finest bittersweet chocolate mixed with a twist of orange essence
Mint Dark sumptuous bittersweet chocolate infused with refreshing mint
Café con Leche rich coffee perfectly blended with milk chocolate- you can actually taste flakes of coffee
Milk Chocolate a sweet and smooth concentration of delicate Belgian milk chocolate
Bittersweet a blend of intense flavor combinations made with 60% cacao
White A royal treatment of silky, smooth chocolate optimally suited for delivering soft, all-natural, creamy flavor infused with a touch of lemon.

Retro Bar Set- Flashback! Bringing back colossal flavors from era's bygone, discover pure nostalgia with four fabulous flavors like Key Lime Pie, Caramel Apple, Raspberry Jam and Salted Pretzel.Inspired by the creativity of boardwalk candy stores, the gentility of your local soda shop and gooey refreshments found at the local State Fair, each Retro Bar weighs an impressive 2.25 ounces and is filled with classic crème flavors enrobed in the finest gourmet chocolate. New retro flavors include Salted Pretzel bite-sized bits of salted pretzel in milk chocolate, Caramel Apple the Chocolate Bar version of the coveted caramel apple on a stick, Key Lime Pie a slice of key lime pie wrapped in dark chocolate, Raspberry Jam two classic schoolyard flavors combined into one perfect bar. 6 different bars included within a stunning orange pencil box $18.00 *Now available, to place an order call 800.481.2462 or email info@chocolatebarnyc.com

Additional Favors
• Chocolate Bar’s Chocolate Bowl – a Jonathan Adler designed bowl for eating or drinking your favorite chocolate treats. $40.00
•  Chocolate Bar: Recipe & Entertaining Ideas for Living the Sweet Life: Winner of the 2004 Gourmand World Cookbook Award. Chocolate Bar: Recipes and Entertaining Ideas for Living the Sweet Life (Running Press Book Publishers) Chocolate should never be stuffy but always mildly sinful. As a tribute to this philosophy, co-author Alison Nelson, owner of New York City's Chocolate Barshow you how to charge up your palate and appreciate the full range of chocolate choices from the luscious of darks to the creamiest of milks, all while creating a fabulous, chocolate-centered lifestyle. From chocolate fondues, moles, sundaes, brownies and cookies Chocolate Bar :Recipes and Entertaining Ideas For Living the Sweet Life (Running Press, Nov. 2004) will show you how to shake your bon bon while achieving swank affairs of style. From baking, drinking, dining and entertaining, here is a style manual dedicated to everyone's favorite sweet treat. Like a kid in a candy store, Chocolate Bar will inspire you to experiment. Learn how to throw a swinging sugar soiree, design decadent tasting events and mix the perfect chocolate martini. Or go retro and indulge your craving for old-fashioned chocolate egg creams garnished with a nostalgic bit of saltwater taffy. Honor tradition by baking classic favorites like Deep, Dark Brownies or Red Velvet Cakes. Afterwards, draw a chocolate bath. Chocolate Bar offers recipe revolutions for everything from Lime Brownies and Chocolate Gelatin to Spiced Chocolate Meatballs. Breaking the mold, Chocolate Bar provides a full resource guide including a chronicle of “retro reconfigured” recipes for at home entertaining allowing readers an opportunity to pull off their own stylish celebrations while truly enjoying a mouth full of chocolate. With Chocolate Bar, Alison Nelson shares her abiding affection for confection through witty observations, delectable recipes and good old-fashion fun. Offering a rare glimpse into the inspirations and experiences behind Manhattan's candy store for grown-ups, Chocolate Bar juxtaposes American candy store nostalgia through innovative design and the modern lifestyle. A whimsical look at the world of cosmopolitan cocoa, Chocolate Bar is the perfect compliment to any chocolate occasion. $24. 95
•  Retro Bars- Flashback! Bringing back colossal flavors from era's bygone, discover pure nostalgia with four fabulous flavors like Key Lime Pie, Caramel Apple, Raspberry Jam and Salted Pretzel.Inspired by the creativity of boardwalk candy stores, the gentility of your local soda shop and gooey refreshments found at the local State Fair, each Retro Bar weighs an impressive 2.25 ounces and is filled with classic crème flavors enrobed in the finest gourmet chocolate. New retro flavors include Salted Pretzel bite-sized bits of salted pretzel in milk chocolate, Caramel Apple the Chocolate Bar version of the coveted caramel apple on a stick, Key Lime Pie a slice of key lime pie wrapped in dark chocolate, Raspberry Jam two classic schoolyard flavors combined into one perfect bar. $3.00 each
•  Black & Whites- Delectable jewel toned confections made of mouth-watering homemade marshmallow, graham and caramel enrobed in chocolate. $5.00
•  Elvis- Delectable jewel toned confections made of mouth-watering banana marshmallow and crunchy peanut butter enrobed in dark chocolate $5.00
•  PB&J –Delectable jewel toned confections made of mouth-watering peanut butter and jelly enrobed in dark chocolate $5.00
•  Chocolate Fashions- A signature line of Chocolate Fashion T-shirts. These one-of-a-kind T-shirts are available for both men and women through their West Village boutique or website. Each shirt has been carefully tested for the serious chocolate aficionado without alienating the occasional enthusiast. Made in small batches, each shirt is produced without additives or preservatives. $15 each, $20 for long sleeves Showcasing sass and style, new chocolate fashions include:

• Chocolate Boy available in small, medium or large in brown or white colors for a superior chocolate treat. Available in both short and long sleeves

• Chocolate Girl available in small, medium or large in orange or white colors for the finest chocolate sensation. Available in both short and long sleeves

• Hot Chocolate available in small, medium or large in brown for finest chocolate sensation. Available in short sleeves

• Bittersweet available in small, medium or large in brown for a superior chocolate treat. Available in short  sleeves

• Chocolate Bar Tote: Carry your chocolate! This hand-dyed canvas tote was designed exclusively for Chocolate Bar by Jonathan Adler and is perfect for toting your notebook and your favorite chocolate bars. W 9”, H 12” D 2” $40
•  Chocolate Bar Candles: Chocolate Bar’s Mocha and Peppermint Chip Candles invite you to “Eat More Chocolate” while gaining none of the calories! Soy wax and hemp oil candles in Mocha or Peppermint Chip fragrances. Each is hand-poured, lead-free an unbleached with 100% cotton wicks. $9.50

About Chocolate Bar; Winner of the 2004 Timeout New York Eat Award for “Best Chocolate Store”, Chocolate Bar is a candy store for grown-ups offering cosmopolitan luxury through old-fashioned collections and unique inspirations. Incorporating style, comfort and classic New York treats, Chocolate Bar features sweets by New York's Jacques Torres, Sweet Bliss and Garrison Confections along with a signature line of nostalgia-influenced chocolate bars. The boutique's dazzling menu includes authentic New York Egg Creams, coffee by illy Caffe, fine teas by Serendipitea, four kinds of iced and hot chocolates and pastries by the City's best bakers. Decadent confections are available for everything from Corporate gifts to personalized wedding and party favors. Online orders are available through Chocolate Bar's dynamic web site which allows visitors to order a host of scrumptious items including truffles, chocolate bars, hot chocolate, tea and more. Chocolate Bar is located at 48 Eighth Avenue between Jane and Horatio streets in New York's West Village and since the store's opening in May, 2002, the concept has become extremely popular with sweet lovers of all ages. Created, designed and operated by Alison Nelson. For more information please visit www.chocolatebarnyc.com