Your chocolate opinion.

**thecuban** · 01-29-2007, 11:16 PM

I love coffee. Its not just the caffeine but the smell and the taste as well. I also like chocolate. I was thinking of opening up a Chocolate Plantation. You know a place like starbucks but chocolate instead? What do you think?

**isabel** · 01-29-2007, 11:21 PM

Hot chocolate...with fancy creamers. Chocolate covered spoons that melt when you stir your cocoa. Whip cream of course. With different flavors you could add. Carmel hot chocolate:)

Izzy

**thecuban** · 01-29-2007, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by isabel

Hot chocolate...with fancy creamers. Chocolate covered spoons that melt when you stir your cocoa. Whip cream of course. With different flavors you could add. Carmel hot chocolate:)

Izzy

Wow! Great sugestions. Keep them coming! Thanks! Have you ever heard of something like that?

**isabel** · 01-29-2007, 11:30 PM

No. But I picture a place that kinda looks like a comfortable den. Built in book cases. Big chairs with ottomans. Small sitting areas, so small groups could talk. A fireplace of some sort. Free standing swedish type that could be view from any part of the room. I'm always looking for a public eating/drinking place with a fire place. Friendly people who remember your name. Also...this may sound funny...but when traveling I always stop at starbucks. I don't drink coffee...but they have the CLEANEST bathrooms of any chain outfit I know. Important factor to ladies:) I always buy a hot cocoa on my way out.:)

Izzy

**thecuban** · 01-29-2007, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by isabel

No. But I picture a place that kinda looks like a comfortable den. Built in book cases. Big chairs with ottomans. Small sitting areas, so small groups could talk. A fireplace of some sort. Free standing swedish type that could be view from any part of the room. I'm always looking for a public eating/drinking place with a fire place. Friendly people who remember your name. Also...this may sound funny...but when traveling I always stop at starbucks. I don't drink coffee...but they have the CLEANEST bathrooms of any chain outfit I know. Important factor to ladies:) I always buy a hot cocoa on my way out.:)

Izzy

I been thinking of this since I visited NC. I need as many suggestions as possible. Thanks! Those where good.

**Wyody** · 01-29-2007, 11:49 PM

Yo! How wide are the doors to this joint??

**thecuban** · 01-29-2007, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Wyody

Yo! How wide are the doors to this joint??

I get your point!

I will make sure there double doors!

**MyAzi** · 01-30-2007, 12:00 AM

Chocolate by IV!!!!!

Yeah!!!!!!! Milk Chocolate Covered Marshmellows!!!! White chocolate covered pretzles or white chocolate anything!!!!! I can feel the pounds packing on just thinking about it!!!

How can you go wrong? It's all about location!!!

**thecuban** · 01-30-2007, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by MyAzi

Chocolate by IV!!!!!

Yeah!!!!!!! Milk Chocolate Covered Marshmellows!!!! White chocolate covered pretzles or white chocolate anything!!!!! I can feel the pounds packing on just thinking about it!!!

How can you go wrong? It's all about location!!!

Your right location is the ticket for this to work.

**isabel** · 01-30-2007, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by MyAzi

How can you go wrong? It's all about location!!!

Yes, must have a view to sit and look at...while I spend hours sipping cocoa, looking at the fire and watching the weather outside. Wake me when it's time to go home:)

Izzy

**isabel** · 01-30-2007, 12:08 AM

No loud music please. At our starbuck...the music is so loud you can't hear the person you're talking to. The young employees...crank it up to keep themselves motivated. I don't need motivation. I want to relax. Soft quite music please. Maybe some soft jazz.

Izzy

**T.S.** · 01-30-2007, 12:09 AM

Interesting idea. How much is the franchise fee?

**thecuban** · 01-30-2007, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by T.S.

Interesting idea. How much is the franchise fee?

You never know.

**MyAzi** · 01-30-2007, 02:19 AM

And if you want people to sit and stay... Internet connections!!!

gotta post on Talk States while sipping my cafe Mocha!

**milliebfit** · 01-30-2007, 07:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thecuban

I love coffee. Its not just the caffeine but the smell and the taste as well. I also like chocolate. I was thinking of opening up a Chocolate Plantation. You know a place like starbucks but chocolate instead? What do you think?

Now where is this place going to be again? Sounds great!! I here there is going to be a new hersey kiss with coconut inside...I love chocolate....I think it is a great idea!!!

**Wyody** · 01-30-2007, 09:42 AM

Well, may I suggest a "short-counter" for items with carob and any other chocolate alternatives for the health conscious? And if you have Wireless "hot-spots", I'd suggest clear-covers for the keyboards.
And hey, y'all, while it's an idea that needs some development - you really could make it happen in a heavy-traffic area.
When I come visit, I'd like a choice of Belgian & Bavarian, Swiss and American - and if you have space, some white-chocolate-covered Peanut-butter balls. (totally ripped-off from Reese's).

**PDXnative** · 01-30-2007, 11:29 AM

Heard the ultimate way to make hot cocoa.....

First, start with some quality hot chocolate mix and make it with half and half, or heavy whipping cream. Heat it slowly in a pan, pour into a cup, top with whipped cream, and you will have the BEST hot chocolate you have ever had. I have tried it, and it is REALLY good. Just don't read the nutritional info on the heavy whipping cream

**MyAzi** · 01-30-2007, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by PDXnative

Heard the ultimate way to make hot cocoa.....

First, start with some quality hot chocolate mix and make it with half and half, or heavy whipping cream. Heat it slowly in a pan, pour into a cup, top with whipped cream, and you will have the BEST hot chocolate you have ever had. I have tried it, and it is REALLY good. Just don't read the nutritional info on the heavy whipping cream

I make it this way but use my CocoaMotion... Love that thing!!! It makes it really frothy.

**Sekretgardengal** · 01-30-2007, 07:11 PM

OMG, I want to be the first patron!

Chocolate peanutbutter ice cream with hot fudge sauce for the hot summer days..emmm served in chocolate covered waffle dishes that you can eat!

Waffles and Chocolate ice cream that melts in your mouth.

Chocolate flavored lipstick with that hershey's kiss please!

Hot chocolate with a splash of amaretto.

Soft music, the fireplace glowing, an area with a bar for chocolate liquors...

chocolate covered almonds served on top of chocolate cake smothered in whipcream.
I am hungry now!

Chocolate cookie sticks with peanutbutter dipping sauce.

An outside area with bistro tables and big umbrellas to sit and ponder the day away during the summer months.

A special room for children with a sitter while the parents endulge.
Children love chocolate too!
Little bite-sized treats for them to enjoy while having fun with other children.

Oh my!!!

**thecuban** · 01-30-2007, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by milliebfit

Now where is this place going to be again? Sounds great!! I here there is going to be a new hersey kiss with coconut inside...I love chocolate....I think it is a great idea!!!

If all goes good it will be at NC. It's still under the palnning stage thats why I wanted ideas.

**PDXnative** · 01-30-2007, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by thecuban

If all goes good it will be at NC. It's still under the palnning stage thats why I wanted ideas.

Thought of something that you MUST have...... Oompa Loompas!!!!

They can work the counter, or something.....

**thecuban** · 01-30-2007, 07:30 PM

Wow! I can't believe all the good Ideas I got. Thank you so much for encouraging me to go forward! Please do not stop suggesting!

**Sekretgardengal** · 01-30-2007, 07:40 PM

Will you franchise it?

**thecuban** · 01-30-2007, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by PDXnative

Thought of something that you MUST have...... Oompa Loompas!!!!

They can work the counter, or something.....

I love it! A uniform like that wouldn't be hard to make either.

**MyAzi** · 01-30-2007, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by thecuban

I love it! A uniform like that wouldn't be hard to make either.

hmmm hiring only little people... I wonder if there is a law against that should that 6' blonde apply and you turn her down.

Curious George · 01-30-2007, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by MyAzi

hmmm hiring only little people... I wonder if there is a law against that should that 6' blonde apply and you turn her down.

She can change light bulbs with her two other friends

**Sekretgardengal** · 01-30-2007, 07:54 PM

I am only 5'2 !!! I can be an oompa loompa!

**thecuban** · 01-30-2007, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Sekretgardengal

Will you franchise it?

TS asked the same question. To be honest with you I'm not sure. I love Ma & Pa businesses and I have seen very successful ones. I am not looking in getting rich, just making a nice living and having fun doing it. Now if rich starts a knocking whom am I to say no!

Whats your opinion?

**Sekretgardengal** · 01-30-2007, 08:03 PM

I would love the ma & Pa feeling too. Maybe someday we can start one in Pa.

**thecuban** · 01-30-2007, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MyAzi

hmmm hiring only little people... I wonder if there is a law against that should that 6' blonde apply and you turn her down.

I was just going with the uniforms. I think a 6' oompa would be preety cool to see!

01-29-2007, 11:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
thecuban Looking UP!!! Join Date: Dec 28th, 2006 Location: AZ Posts: 430	Your chocolate opinion. I love coffee. Its not just the caffeine but the smell and the taste as well. I also like chocolate. I was thinking of opening up a Chocolate Plantation. You know a place like starbucks but chocolate instead? What do you think?

01-29-2007, 11:21 PM	#2 (permalink)
isabel STAYING RIGHT HERE Join Date: Jan 17th, 2007 Location: Central CA Posts: 1,406	Re: Your chocolate opinion. Hot chocolate...with fancy creamers. Chocolate covered spoons that melt when you stir your cocoa. Whip cream of course. With different flavors you could add. Carmel hot chocolate:) Izzy __________________ I discuss, I do not debate:)

01-29-2007, 11:30 PM	#4 (permalink)
isabel STAYING RIGHT HERE Join Date: Jan 17th, 2007 Location: Central CA Posts: 1,406	Re: Your chocolate opinion. No. But I picture a place that kinda looks like a comfortable den. Built in book cases. Big chairs with ottomans. Small sitting areas, so small groups could talk. A fireplace of some sort. Free standing swedish type that could be view from any part of the room. I'm always looking for a public eating/drinking place with a fire place. Friendly people who remember your name. Also...this may sound funny...but when traveling I always stop at starbucks. I don't drink coffee...but they have the CLEANEST bathrooms of any chain outfit I know. Important factor to ladies:) I always buy a hot cocoa on my way out.:) Izzy __________________ I discuss, I do not debate:)

01-29-2007, 11:49 PM	#6 (permalink)
Wyody arrgh, me buckoes Join Date: Jan 14th, 2007 Posts: 2,152	Re: Your chocolate opinion. Yo! How wide are the doors to this joint??

01-30-2007, 12:00 AM	#8 (permalink)
MyAzi Slave to Sir Azi Join Date: Jan 14th, 2007 Location: Western Washington Posts: 1,303	Re: Your chocolate opinion. Chocolate by IV!!!!! Yeah!!!!!!! Milk Chocolate Covered Marshmellows!!!! White chocolate covered pretzles or white chocolate anything!!!!! I can feel the pounds packing on just thinking about it!!! How can you go wrong? It's all about location!!! __________________ FEEL THE FEAR AND DO IT ANYWAY

01-30-2007, 12:08 AM	#11 (permalink)
isabel STAYING RIGHT HERE Join Date: Jan 17th, 2007 Location: Central CA Posts: 1,406	Re: Your chocolate opinion. No loud music please. At our starbuck...the music is so loud you can't hear the person you're talking to. The young employees...crank it up to keep themselves motivated. I don't need motivation. I want to relax. Soft quite music please. Maybe some soft jazz. Izzy __________________ I discuss, I do not debate:)

01-30-2007, 12:09 AM	#12 (permalink)
T.S. Member Join Date: Oct 12th, 2006 Location: MN to NC to FL to MN Posts: 753	Re: Your chocolate opinion. Interesting idea. How much is the franchise fee?

01-30-2007, 02:19 AM	#14 (permalink)
MyAzi Slave to Sir Azi Join Date: Jan 14th, 2007 Location: Western Washington Posts: 1,303	Re: Your chocolate opinion. And if you want people to sit and stay... Internet connections!!! gotta post on Talk States while sipping my cafe Mocha! __________________ FEEL THE FEAR AND DO IT ANYWAY

01-30-2007, 09:42 AM	#16 (permalink)
Wyody arrgh, me buckoes Join Date: Jan 14th, 2007 Posts: 2,152	Re: Your chocolate opinion. Well, may I suggest a "short-counter" for items with carob and any other chocolate alternatives for the health conscious? And if you have Wireless "hot-spots", I'd suggest clear-covers for the keyboards. And hey, y'all, while it's an idea that needs some development - you really could make it happen in a heavy-traffic area. When I come visit, I'd like a choice of Belgian & Bavarian, Swiss and American - and if you have space, some white-chocolate-covered Peanut-butter balls. (totally ripped-off from Reese's).

01-30-2007, 11:29 AM	#17 (permalink)
PDXnative Omnipotent Join Date: Jan 16th, 2007 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,225	Re: Your chocolate opinion. Heard the ultimate way to make hot cocoa..... First, start with some quality hot chocolate mix and make it with half and half, or heavy whipping cream. Heat it slowly in a pan, pour into a cup, top with whipped cream, and you will have the BEST hot chocolate you have ever had. I have tried it, and it is REALLY good. Just don't read the nutritional info on the heavy whipping cream

01-30-2007, 07:11 PM	#19 (permalink)
Sekretgardengal Hi guys, I am here! Join Date: Nov 30th, 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,111	Re: Your chocolate opinion. OMG, I want to be the first patron! Chocolate peanutbutter ice cream with hot fudge sauce for the hot summer days..emmm served in chocolate covered waffle dishes that you can eat! Waffles and Chocolate ice cream that melts in your mouth. Chocolate flavored lipstick with that hershey's kiss please! Hot chocolate with a splash of amaretto. Soft music, the fireplace glowing, an area with a bar for chocolate liquors... chocolate covered almonds served on top of chocolate cake smothered in whipcream. I am hungry now! Chocolate cookie sticks with peanutbutter dipping sauce. An outside area with bistro tables and big umbrellas to sit and ponder the day away during the summer months. A special room for children with a sitter while the parents endulge. Children love chocolate too! Little bite-sized treats for them to enjoy while having fun with other children. Oh my!!!

01-30-2007, 07:30 PM	#22 (permalink)
thecuban Looking UP!!! Join Date: Dec 28th, 2006 Location: AZ Posts: 430	Re: Your chocolate opinion. Wow! I can't believe all the good Ideas I got. Thank you so much for encouraging me to go forward! Please do not stop suggesting!

01-30-2007, 07:40 PM	#23 (permalink)
Sekretgardengal Hi guys, I am here! Join Date: Nov 30th, 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,111	Re: Your chocolate opinion. Will you franchise it?

01-30-2007, 07:54 PM	#27 (permalink)
Sekretgardengal Hi guys, I am here! Join Date: Nov 30th, 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,111	Re: Your chocolate opinion. I am only 5'2 !!! I can be an oompa loompa!

01-30-2007, 08:03 PM	#29 (permalink)
Sekretgardengal Hi guys, I am here! Join Date: Nov 30th, 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,111	Re: Your chocolate opinion. I would love the ma & Pa feeling too. Maybe someday we can start one in Pa.

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