Suzie The Foodie

Food Writer, Photographer and Product Reviewer

Follow Suzie the Foodie

Facebooktwitterpinterestinstagramby feather
  • Home
  • Contact
  • Recipes
  • Product Reviews
  • Older Posts
  • Instant Pot
You are here: Home / chocolate / Mary’s Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

Mary’s Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

August 16, 2018 by Suzie the Foodie 2 Comments

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

A month ago my sister Jamie and I walked past this poster in the window for Mary’s Brigadier at 1912 Danforth Avenue west of Woodbine. I was trying to take a stealthy photo of the poster (busted) when Mary herself came out with her dog! She told us all about her launch happening soon so I started following her on social media so I would not miss it. I went back later to successfully get the above photograph, LOL.

Soft Launch

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

The timing was perfect. It was the weekend of Taste of the Danforth when that white paper was ripped off the front window.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

I love that she has a bench outside for people to enjoy her chocolates and that the name of her shop is reflected on the sidewalk below. She also has a water bowl for dogs of course!

The Space

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

There is immediately good energy when you walk into Mary’s Brigadeiro. There is enough room to walk around a little but the focus is all on the chocolate-making area complete with garnishes and treats galore.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

To-go products are placed in easy reach like her unbelievably delicious chocolate sauce.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

The decor is cheerful, positive and yet tasteful and professional.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

I must admit I am curious about the swinging chair in the window. It is an eye catcher but is anyone actually allowed to sit in there and indulge in chocolate?

Foodie Decorative Touches

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

The first thing Mary mentioned was the quality of not only the chocolate but the decorative crisps, sprinkles and nuts of her Brazilian treats.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

Even when you go to the effort to make your own chocolates at home (which I do) we often finish them off the grocery store quality sprinkles. Huh.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

Mary sells high quality crisp pearls which give her chocolates a distinct look, texture and professional flavour.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

And wow! They taste incredible. This was absolutely eye opening for me.

The Treats

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

We were given samples of her chocolate sauce which was literally one of the best ones I have ever had. I often will get a sore throat or cough after having chocolate but not this time at all. Smooth and silky.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

Do you know how hard it was NOT to have one of those cookies?! This took real strength on my part. I will go back for one but during the launch I wanted to focus on the Brigadeiro chocolates.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

And yes, I am going back for the chocolate gold leaf dusted tarts too!

Mary’s Brigadeiro

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

This is why I was here though. Each chocolate is hand-rolled and made in small batches.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

There is not a lot of seating at Mary’s but Jamie and I scored the two stools. I did not want to rush this experience and most people were in and out buying boxes on the run.

The Choices

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

Mary said that every day the chocolates are different. That means, if you see something you want, buy it now! You can see a list of some of the flavours here.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

It was not easy but Jamie and I came up with a small selection that we shared.

The Eating

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

We both love pistachios so we chose the one with lemon. I of course had to have the cappuccino (my favourite). We got the passion fruit with white chocolate shavings and finished with the Mexican spices chocolate.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

I was a little nervous about the last one but Mary assured me she did not like super spicy either.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

We asked for a knife thinking we could cut them in half to share but these are not truffles. They are made with sweetened condensed milk and as a result, they as super soft and truly melt in your hands before you can even get them to your mouth on a summer’s day.

The passion fruit blew me away. Having that sweet but slightly sour and tangy fruit flavour with the sweetness of the white chocolate was perfection. Combining pistachio with lemon was mouth transforming. We asked if there was something else in there because it became so unique an eating experience we thought there must be something else in there. No. Just pistachio paste with real lemon. Damn!

Turns out the my nervousness over the Mexican spice chocolate was unfounded. Yes, there is a warmth that comes with it but it is a warmth that feels like love, not torture. Again, perfection. What a master!

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

Jamie brought some home to share with her husband and he said it may have been the best chocolate he had ever had. I think I might have to agree with him. It is different from what I am used to but all I could taste was super high quality pure ingredients perfectly balanced into the most fantastic texture and flavourful surprises.

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

This sign could not be more accurate! If you are going to indulge and not make chocolate yourself, go to Mary’s Brigadeiro for that special treat.

What Next?

Mary's Brigadeiro Handmade Brazilian Chocolate Soft Launch

Next time I am getting the strawberry cream!!! I have lots of excuses to go back and try all of Mary’s Brigadeiro one at a time… If I can control myself! This was a phenomenal foodie experience.

I give Mary’s Brigadeiro chocolates and soft launch five out of five wooden spoons. I wish I could go back in time and taste everything. So in the future, I will. I would love if she also served hot beverages and had more seating but maybe that will happen down the road. I hope so!

Welcome to the neighbourhood Mary!

Print Friendly, PDF & Email
Share

Filed Under: candy, chocolate, restaurant review, Toronto Tagged With: 1912 Danforth Ave, 2018, August, Brazillian, brigadeiro, business, chocolate, Dessert, Mary's Brigadeiro, soft launch, Suzie the Foodie, Toronto

Comments

  1. Debra She Who Seeks says

    August 17, 2018 at 12:40 pm

    Those chocolates look AMAZING!

    Reply
    • Suzie the Foodie says

      August 18, 2018 at 1:29 am

      Debra, they’re incredible! I went back again today with a friend! LOL. I can’t stay away. So dangerous!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Product Review: President’s Choice Ascolana Fried Olives Stuffed with Cheese

Product Review: President’s Choice Ascolana Fried Olives Stuffed with Cheese

Sweet! First 2022 Holiday President's Choice Insider's Report product review is up! Olives and cheese? Yes please!

Search Suzie the Foodie

I Am Alive!

I Am Alive!

It has been over a decade and my time as Suzie The Foodie is over! Thanks for all the love and support and remember, do not NOT feed the trolls. ~ Suzie The Foodie

Save $25 On A Magical Butter Kit!

Save $25 On A Magical Butter Kit!

Not only can you save $25 on a Magical Butter Kit with this coupon you help support me and my site when you purchase one!

Want a big discount on your purchase? Use the coupon code "SUZIE” when you check out!

Instant Pot Spicy Peanut Soup with Sweet Potato And Kale

Instant Pot Spicy Peanut Soup with Sweet Potato And Kale

Super fast and delicious soup made in the Instant Pot and saved my bacon!

My WordPress Guru

Special thanks to my WordPress Guru and long-time friend Mike D. Without your help, this website would not have been possible.

Copyright © 2023 · Metro Pro Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in