On Valentine's Day, February 14, in Japan the women give the gifts. Chocolate is the gift of choice. They are given to the significant men in their lives. Fathers, brothers, co-workers and friends are the recipients.
The holiday has grown over the past twenty years. The chocolate makers promoted the day in Japan. Now it is a day filled with chocolate goodies.
Japanese women make chocolates for the men whom they have great affection. Ties and other mementos accompany the chocolates.
Store-bought candy is usually the kind given to co-workers and bosses. This gift giving can become expensive, but it is tradition.
However you celebrate Valentine's Day, enjoy yourself. A tip to pet owners, chocolate is detrimental to your pet’s health. Happy Valentine's Day Dear Readers!
Do you want to try making chocolate candy? A link is provided to a very easy recipe.
Give the special person in your life a token of affection. Give a Ghirardelli Assortment of Chocolates.
Ghirardelli Assortment at Amazon.com
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