Fabelle As You Name It
Fabelle redefines the meaning of customised luxury, creating chocolate history by taking personification to the next level!
I recently dived into the fabulous world of Chocolates at the Fabelle Luxury Chocolate Boutique at ITC Windsor, Bangalore. As soon you walk in, the warm smell of chocolatey-goodness embraces you like only a best friend can. I felt like Charlie from Roald Dahl’s beloved book, the moment he steps into Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory… and expected some Oompa Loompas to appear and burst into song!
If you are a regular reader of my blog, follow me on social media and see the pictures that I post, you will know how much I love chocolate! Getting invited by Fabelle to be a part of their ‘As You Name It’ campaign ~ to mix and personalise my own Chocolate Cup ~ has been the sweetest, gooiest, most delicious experience I have ever had! And just like that, two of my fantasies came true; to live out my favourite book, and to be a MasterChef Chocolatier!
Tanya Fontes with Shreya Das
Tanya Fontes with Master Chocolatier Rashmi
At Fabelle, you can create your own personalised chocolate cup; add your filling and topping. Choose from milk or dark chocolate cups, seven delicious créme fillings, and ten divine toppings. Go on, be your master chocolatier!
~ Luxury has a new name, and it’s yours! ~
Fabelle’s ‘As You Name It’ offering, an extension of their premium offering ‘As You Like It’ chocolate cups, lets you have fun playing with different combinations of flavours to create your own customised chocolate cups. While I was personalising my cup, Chef Rashmi, the artistic chocolatier at ITC Windsor, shared with me that ITC’s Fabelle Chocolates have been in the making for almost a decade. Top-quality single-origin chocolate is sourced from cocoa-rich countries such as Ghana, Ivory Coast, Venezuela, and St. Dominique to craft the finest luxury chocolates.
The passion and expertise of their Master Chocolatiers are obvious in every taste. The chocolate is conched for hours to bring out the most sensational flavours and aromas. It is then deftly tempered which results in a unique and velvety feel when you place the chocolate in your mouth; giving the phrase “melts in your mouth” it’s true meaning.
I let my imagination take wing as I mixed and matched the type of shell, the fillings inside and topping too, at the beautiful brown-and-gold counter of the open kitchen. ITC has definitely poured a whole lot of love, thought, attention and style into every detail. From the decor to the gleaming display cases carrying spectacular selections of exquisite chocolate to the warmth of service, this Boutique oozes luxury!
I decided on creating two unique cup combinations, and then decided on which one to go with depending on how each one turned out.
Dark Cup + Dark Creme + Arabica Coffee
I must say that I was impressed with my own random chocolate mixing skill as I made my Personalised Cup; it was such a great way to customise the taste of your chocolate! ‘Fabelle As You Name It’ is an experience I am going to remember for a long time to come!
Dark Cup + Almond Creme + Choco Curves
It’s time for my ‘Fabelle As You Name It’ reveal!
I noticed some Masterchef’s creations included in the menu, and I just had to try them. The most noteworthy was the ‘Passion Flower Dessert’ by the famous British pastry chef, Darren Purchese. If you’re worried about the quantities of sugar I was shovelling into my bloodstream, they also have sugarless and sugar-free options. I also tried their São Tomé Classic Hot Chocolate. It was rich, Madagascar dark chocolate with vanilla and spices, and was low on the sweet content.
Of course, I couldn’t leave without packing a large box of milk ganache and signature dark chocolates! Then I realised, I would have to share them… and ordered another box just for me! What’s a celebration without indulging in the great delicacies of life?!
To conclude: Fabelle truly epitomises for me the art of personalised luxury chocolates in India. ‘Fabelle As You Name It’ was a visceral, multi-sensorial experience that really swept me off my feet. From their warm signature ITC style hospitality to their utmost expertise in chocolate making; this chocolate boutique is definitely the place to indulge in sinful desserts, spend quality time with family, and buy romantic gifts for that special someone!
Disclaimer: This review was done on an invitation from Fabelle, and is a narrative of the author’s experience at the chocolate boutique. Due judgment and care have been applied by the author to remain objective and unbiased in the review.
This is so beautiful, Tanya! ❤️ You’ve been able to create your own success within an industry, in a way that the generation before has not, and I think your work just shows us all that you’re certainly one to follow!
Thank you for these kind, Aanchal. They’re highly valued!
Stunning shots that have such a fun vibe! Fabelle has been one of my absolute favourite places for anything and everything chocolate! I usually go there with friends just to share one cup of hot chocolate to lift up my mood!
So glad to hear this, Chirantha.
Classy shoot, and gorgeous photos at one of the finest chocolate boutiques! ✨ And, naming a personalised chocolate after your blog must have been the best feeling in the whole world!
It certainly was, Bhawna. 🙂
The Fabelle Chocolate boutique has been a fav. since they opened up. And, this definitely looks like a moment to be cherished forever! Absolutely fabulous work as always, Tanya!
Thank you so much, Subhiksha!
I love your more natural look, and the simple beauty of this photo shoot! Visited the boutique last month, it was an amazing experience to see their curated display and choose my selection!
Thank you very much for sharing, Mehndi.
Wow, these photos are incredible ~ I love the styling! And those curations look absolutely delish! Let’s be foodie buddies! 😀
Thank you, Deepika, and why not!
I’ve been waiting for these photos to go live! I love the story and behind-the-scenes concept, and to watch it come to life off of your IG is so neat! I loved this campaign and thought it was done so well! ❤️
Thanks much, Vardapathi. So sweet of you!
What an incredible experience! Chocolates… everyone (well almost everyone) loves them! You look gorgeous, and congratulations to you!
Thank you for your sweet appreciation, Ankita.
Love all of the pictures and your campaign! Received a box of these indulgent chocolates from my maasi… They really taste heavenly ~ smooth, creamy and rich! Bit of a luxury when you compare with the existing chocolate brands in India, but I guess it is worth it!
Glad to hear it, Mayank.
When you love what you have, you have everything you need! ✨✨✨ Your creation is mouth watering, especially as chocolate is my weakness! And being a Dark Chocolate addict, I would say “Decadent Treat”, Tanya!
Oh Osian! Thank you so much.
OMG ~ their chocolates are the BEST! I still dream about having them again the next time I’m in Bangalore… I can’t believe how delicious everything I had there was! I’m so glad you’ve had an opportunity to collaborate with them, Tanya!
Thank you so much, Sangavai! I’m humbled.
It would be a pleasure to be served customised Fabelle chocolates… 🙂 I love that the ingredients are sourced from all over the globe, and that ~ truly is an aspirational product! Congratulations!
That’s kind of you, Poorvisha. Thank you so much!
Perfectionist! 😀 Gazab ki post… now I need one 99% dark chocolate creation by you!
Shukriya, Manjeet. Vo ab khud bana lo… 🙂
Awesome photos! Thank you for sharing these exquisite chocolate experiences with us, Tanya. Though we are not connected by blood but our virtual bond is much more special than that! ❤️
You’re a sensitive soul, Charvi. Thank you for feeling deeply!
A gift box of handcrafted chocolates from Fabelle would make me feel most special, too! These luxury chocolates come with the promise of an extraordinary sensorial journey and rich chocolate experience, that chocolate-enthusiasts would love! Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for resonating with this and your warm appreciation, Sameer.
Now, to pamper your taste buds with your own exquisite chocolate creations!! Wow!! Sign me up ❤️
Thank you, Shikha, for appreciating this!
Woah, that’s a perfect combination! Chocolate overdose anyone?! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you very much indeed!
Best content ever, and damn ~ you’re a #masterchocolatier, if I’ve ever seen one! Wonderfully worded and curated share, and you look gorgeous ~ Cheers!
Haha. Thank you very much, Mahima!