Chocolate Pairings Guide: Think outside the chocolate box

With over 600 unique flavor compounds, chocolate is one the most dynamic and complex ingredients in the world. As delicious as it can be on its own, chocolate can be matched with other flavors to create a whole new taste experience. Combinations of ingredients with mutual aroma compounds or complementary tastes work extremely well together, resulting in some surprising pairings. Below is a look at some of the best, from our friends at swissotel Hotels and Resorts.