April 1, 2021 Barkeater Chocolates is ready to leap into springtime with an exciting announcement! Coming later this month, we will be unveiling our most luxurious chocolate bar yet: the …
Why do we Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?
St. Patrick’s Day, which falls every year on March 17, memorializes the death of Saint Patrick, known as the Patron saint of Ireland. But do you know who Saint Patrick …
March is Maple Month!
What is maple syrup besides a sweet, sugary topping? Beyond the store aisle, have you ever thought more about where it comes from? Obviously the origins are that of a …
North Creek Restaurant Week February 21-27, 2021
Barkeater Chocolates Basil & Wicks Becks Black Mountain Chef Jake’s Takeout Chrissy’s Cafe Garnet Hill Lodge Gypsy Pop-Up Hey Days Hungry Crow Inn on Gore Trappers Check the North Creek …
Top 5 Things People Give Up For Lent
At this point in the year (February, the second month), it’s worth assuming almost everyone has given up their New Year’s Resolution. Luckily, Lent, aka a “second chance at a …
The True Meaning of Presidents’ Day
Have you ever wondered why so many random national holidays land on a Monday? It’s more complicated than one would think, particularly the next upcoming Monday holiday – Presidents’ Day. …
To Freeze or Not To Freeze (your chocolate)
If you receive an abundance of chocolate this Valentine’s Day (and of course you will!), you may question if you’ll be able to enjoy them all before their “best by” …
What’s the Deal with Valentine’s Day?
Americans know that Valentine’s Day falls on February 14th and that it is a day for couples to exchange flowers, jewelry & chocolates. They go out to romantic dinners, book …
Goodbye 2020!
While we can most definitely take a few lessons from this year (overscheduling=bad; free time=good) and have made certain improvements to our lifestyles (home cooking is fun and your family …
HOLIDAY SHIPPING UPDATE
2020 has been a year most of us will gladly send on its way! Due to an unprecedented amount of online shopping, shipping times have been much slower than in …