Frango Mints: A Northwest Chocolate Dream The first time I tasted a Frango Mint, I was a wide-eyed child on a holiday trip to Seattle. The cool, creamy center exploding with peppermint against the rich dark chocolate was pure magic. Back then, they were a treat almost exclusively found at the Bon Marché, adding to … Read more
Marshall Field’s Frango Mint Cheesecake: A Taste of Chicago History My earliest memories of Chicago Christmases are intertwined with the magic of Marshall Field’s. The twinkling lights, the Walnut Room’s Great Tree, and, of course, the irresistible aroma of Frango mints. Every year, a small box of those chocolate-covered squares found its way into my … Read more
Copycat Fantastic Chocolate Mint Frangos The holidays at my grandma’s house always held a special kind of magic, a comforting blend of woodsmoke, evergreen, and the subtle, alluring aroma of mint chocolate. While she was famous for her elaborate gingerbread houses, it was her homemade chocolate mint candies that truly stole the show. Each bite … Read more