Chez Christophe celebrates spring with a new location and Easter chocolate egg collection
Burnaby Height’s Chez Christophe Chocolaterie Patisserie celebrates the arrival of spring next month by “hopping” across the street to a larger location at 4717 Hastings Street, along with unveiling two new handcrafted eggs to his Easter chocolate collection.
“Burnaby Height’s is a growing community, and Jess and I are very thankful for the support and business we’ve received in the past couple years,” explains Christophe Bonzon, Swiss-trained master confectioner and owner of Chez Christophe. “The new space is perfect for our growth. Not only will we have more seats, but the move allows us to expand our menu to include sandwiches and a larger coffee program.”
At 2,100 square feet, Chez Christophe is expected to have up to 19 seats inside, along with outside options during the warmer months. The interior has a modern European ambience, based on Bonzon’s background and upbringing. Expect to see a contrast of dark wood, light countertops, lush banquette-style seating, and beautiful floral wallpaper.
“Timing has worked out well that we are going into spring and Easter at the new location,” adds Bonzon. “Easter is easily one of my favourite times of the year. There are just so many imaginative ideas you can create with the egg form. During our first Easter here, our theme was intricate and modern eggs. I always try to do something new and something that would excite people. This year, we are definitely taking on a whimsical direction with farm animal-themed chocolate eggs.”
Chez Christophe’s 2016 Easter chocolate egg collection includes the new Eggmont the Mountie, which is an ode to Canada’s dedicated Mounties with the iconic hat; the new Le Petit Poussin, which features a little chick just cracking out from its egg shell; Hop Hop the Bunny; last year’s fan favourite Poulette; and the Caved Egg-Within-An-Egg. All Easter chocolate eggs contain a variety of Chez Christophe’s exclusive bonbons inside. Prices start from $19.95 for a small to $49.95 for a large.
In addition to Bonzon’s chocolate art, Chez Christophe also offers an array of savoury “viennoiserie” pastries for Easter brunch, such as butter croissants, scones, brioche, and his signature flutes (including new flavours such as black sesame). Other additions include his artisanal jam made in-house with fresh, local fruits, and a selection of cakes in different shapes and sizes.
Chocolate eggs are available starting March 16, 2016 at Chez Christophe’s new location at 4717 Hastings Street, which is expected to open as soon as February 27, 2016. Gift baskets available. Pre-orders welcome.
For more information, please visit www.christophe-chocolat.com.
High-resolution photos are available for download on DropBox, crediting Sean Neild.
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About Chez Christophe
Award-winning pastry chef and chocolatier Christophe Bonzon brings a small taste of Switzerland to Canada at Chez Christophe Chocolaterie Patisserie with a wide collection that ranges from fine handmade chocolates, truffles, signature chocolate bars, artistic chocolate sculptures to specialty French maracons, viennoiserie, desserts, and cakes. Bonzon trained under some of Europe’s best grand masters at Zurich’s Chocolate Academy and at L’Ecole du Grand Chocolat Valrhona in France. Chez Christophe won Gold at the 2014 International Chocolate Awards World Final for the white chocolate Bonbons Ananas Avocat truffle. “The opportunities to transform are endless” and at Chez Christophe, you will find uniquely crafted creations made with passion and creativity.
Chez Christophe is located in Burnaby Heights at 4717 Hastings Street and is the only Canadian shop to use premium Swiss chocolate Carma. For more information, visit www.christophe-chocolat.com.
