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· Updated October 2026


Russell Stover Chocolates

Venchi Pistachio Cremino Chocolate Bar with Gianduja (3.88oz Gluten-Free)
- Three pistachio gianduja layers
- Soft, creamy, long-lasting taste
- Made in Italy with Piedmont hazelnuts

OXO Good Grips 3-Piece Plastic Mixing Bowl Set (2500ml)
- 1.5, 3, and 5 quart sizes
- Non-skid bottoms stabilize while mixing
- Bowls nest for compact storage

Enjoy Life Baking Dark Chocolate Morsels, Dairy Free , Soy Free, Nut Free, Non GMO, Gluten
- Free from 14 common allergens
- Vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free
- Made in a nut-free, gluten-free facility

Ghirardelli 60% Bittersweet Chocolate Chips (10oz)
- Bittersweet chips made for baking
- Melt into a Dubai chocolate shell
- Drop-in chips, no chopping a bar

Sweetifi Gluten-Free Kataifi Pastry, Dried & Chopped Shredded Phyllo Dough for Middle East
- Gluten-free, from corn starch & rice flour
- Crispy classic kataifi texture, no additives
- Coat with butter, bake, then add syrup

Callebaut No 823 Finest Belgian Milk Chocolate Callets Couverture 33.6% 1Kg
- Smooth, creamy milk chocolate couverture
- Holds a fine texture for enrobing
- Good enough to eat on its own

Chocolat Blanc 28 % Callebaut
- 28% cocoa Belgian white chocolate callets
- Medium flow suits bars and molds
- Sets with a lustrous sheen and snap

Callebaut Belgian Milk Chocolate Baking Callets 33.6% 5.5 lbs
- Callebaut couverture from Belgium
- Callet shape melts for tempering
- Ships FedEx Overnight to stay fresh
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