http://www.cheerychocolate.com/chocolate/godiva.html Godiva chocolate may have had its start in Belgium, but once they set their site on the world Godiva chocolate became the most famous name in chocolate. en-us Tue, 08 Nov 2005 15:06:05 EST Tue, 08 Nov 2005 15:06:05 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 Even the people who do not particularly like chocolate (do they really exist?) know about Godiva chocolate. In a realtively short time, Godiva chocolates have become a household name. They have become so popular and are so widely available that you can find a Godiva chocolate gift in many places from your local Barnes and Noble to the airport in Shanghai. The Humble Beginnings of Godiva Chocolate In 1926, a chocolatier by the name of Joseph Draps founded the Godiva chocolate company which he named after the infamous Lady Godiva. He had the learned the gourmet chocolate trade as a young man, who at 14 joined he family business. He first set up shop on Cobblestone Street in Brussles, Belgium. He soon became locally known for his own distinct formula of smooth and rich chocolate, the likes of which had not been tasted before in the world of chocolate. Even the selection of his chocolates was very unique and featured beautiful couverture molded designs paired with distinctive packaging. (Visit their web site to see just how beautiful and creative the designs of their chocolate still are today.) Throughout the growth of the company, they were always able to stick to their original standards of excellence. There was never a stumble when it can to the reputation of their Godiva chocolate gifts. Godiva chocolate did not make its debut in the United Sates until 1966. Since that time Godiva chocolate has grown and now has 200 European chocolate boutiques in many of the largest U.S. cities. In addition to all of the boutiques around the country, Godiva chocolate is also available in over 1000 specialty shops and department stores. Most of their products are still made in their two plants in Belgium, but they have also recently opened up a plant in the Unites Sates as well. All of this exposure has surely not made Godiva overexposed. They are remain one of the more popular chocolate gifts given for every occasion. Next time you are in a dilemma about what gift to give for an upcoming event, remember that you cannot go wrong with a wonderful chocolate gift from Godiva! Tue, 08 Nov 2005 15:06:05 EST http://www.cheerychocolate.com/chocolate/godiva-gifts.html Godiva chocolate gifts are special in any form. And Godiva chocolate gifts don't have to cost a lot. en-us Tue, 08 Nov 2005 14:57:38 EST Tue, 08 Nov 2005 14:57:38 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 http://www.cheerychocolate.com/chocolate/godiva-gift.html A Godiva chocolate gift is perfect for Valentine's Day. Stop wondering what you should get her and go online for a Godiva chocolate gift. en-us Tue, 08 Nov 2005 14:27:40 EST Tue, 08 Nov 2005 14:27:40 EST Weblog Editor 2.0