# Broccoli-Infused Chocolates Tenderstem Tender-Choc Chocolates are Here for Valentine's Day By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-02-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tenderstem-tenderchoc References: [foodbev](https://www.foodbev.com/news/tenderstem-broccoli-infused-chocolate-launches-for-valentines-day/) & [tenderstem.co.za](https://www.tenderstem.co.za)  Tenderstem Tender-[Choc](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/choc-nibbles) chocolates have been created in partnership with the Chococo chocolatier as a sweet treat that features an unexpected ingredient in the mix. The chocolates come in boxes of nine servings that are crafted with a 72% Ecuador origin [dark chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sardineshaped-dark-chocolates) and filled with a green-hued ganache crafted with real Tenderstem broccoli along with a fresh Dorset cream. The result is a complexly flavored chocolate product that's perfect for [gifting to a loved one](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-chocolate-collection) or friend who will appreciate the obscure nature of the treat. Brand Director at Tenderstem David Samuels spoke on the Tenderstem Tender-Choc saying, "This Valentine’s Day, we wanted to offer something truly special and unexpected for lovebirds, to allow Brits to reflect their unique and special feelings with a unique and special gift. We are thrilled to have joined forces with Chococo for this truly one-off offering and inject some classic Tenderstem cheekiness into the annual day of romance.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 21% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Unique Flavored Chocolates:** Chocolates infused with unexpected ingredients like Tenderstem broccoli offer a unique and complex flavor profile. - **Gourmet Food Pairings:** Collaborations between chocolatiers and vegetable producers create opportunities for innovative and unusual food pairings. - **Novelty Valentine's Day Gifts:** Consumers are looking for unique and unusual gifts for Valentine's Day, such as broccoli-infused chocolates. ### Who This Affects Most - **Chocolate Confectionery:** Chocolatiers are exploring new flavors and ingredients to create innovative and unique chocolate products. - **Vegetable Farming:** Vegetable producers are collaborating with chocolate manufacturers to create new food pairing opportunities and expand their market reach. - **Gift and Specialty Retail:** The demand for unique and novelty gifts for special occasions like Valentine's Day presents opportunities for retailers to offer unconventional products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cherry-Beet Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beeting-heart.md) - [Pleasure Toy-Inspired Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tenga-chocolates.md) - [Romantically Themed Chocolate Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venchi-valentines-day-collection.md) - [Heart-Shaped Valentine’s Day Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardners-candies.md) - [Beer Glass-Themed Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-chalices.md) - [Romantic Specialty Candy Gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolove-valentines-day.md) - [Vegan Valentine's Day Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viva-las-vegan-chocolate-truffles.md) - [Suggestive-Visual Celebratory Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-chocolates-1.md) - [Limited-Edition Heart-Shaped Chocolate Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartshaped-chocolate-bites.md)