Baci Perugina -a delicious italian chocolate gift not only for valentine's dayA typical italian valentine day's gift is Baci Perugina. Italian Men are giving this special chocolate gift to the woman in their life. In Italy, baci, (italian word for kisses) are very important and often used in the context of perfection. Get here an overview: most successful confectioners in ItalyDid you know that Perugina is one of the most successful chocolate confectioners in Italy? It is known for fine chocolate not only in Italy but has gained worldwide a great reputation.The confectionary company has its base in Perugia, the charming and ancient Umbrian hill town in central Italy. Some call Perugia also the chocolate Capital of Italy – here you’ll find of course also a chocolate museum that is always worth a visit. Over 100 year traditionGiovanni Buitoni established this chocolate factory together with his wife Luisa Spagnoli, a chocolate confectioner, in 1907. While it has been a family company for a long time, in the meantime Perugina is a division of the Nestlé Corporation.filled with hazelnuts and chocolateBaci Perugina, the chocolate "kisses" are filled with a hazelnut each covered with Gianduja (Nougat) and dark chocolate. Wrapped in a multilingual (may contain English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese or Greek) love note they make a perfect valentine's gift not only in Italy. It is by the way Perugina’s most famous product.Some people assume the flat Baci bottom was created by throwing a "chocolate ball" against a wall. Enjoy several convenient sizesThese small chocolates are always a favorite for those who like both hazelnuts and chocolate. There are more ways than ever to savour this romantic Italian gift with dark chocolate and luscious hazelnut filling.Chocolate Easter EggsBeside of Baci a wide array of food and chocolate products is produced in the company, including hard candy, chocolate bars, nougat and biscotti. Another major product is the chocolate Easter eggs wrapped in colorful paper During Easter-time,Bottom Line:If you have the occasion to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Italy, don’t forget to buy Baci chocolates for your beloved families and friends in your home country. Although nothing beats a real kiss – these Baci Perugino come very close to it…Return from "this" page to Italian valentine gifts. Return from "Baci Perugina" page to Best Italian gifts. |