In fact, chocolate-covered strawberries were originally paired together because they're two of the world's most famous aphrodisiacs. Today chocolate-covered strawberries are a common Valentine's Day treat, and are often found on buffet tables at weddings.

It's time for romance: Chocolate-covered strawberries

• Increases one's good cholesterol (HDL)
• Lowers bad cholesterol (LDL)
• Lowers blood pressure.

Lorraine Lorusso Although both chocolate aand strawberries have been around for a long time, it was not until a woman named Lorraine Lorusso combined the two in the 1960s that the decadent chocolate covered strawberry was created. Lorraine worked at a small gourmet store called the Stop N' Shop in Chicago.

So why the connection to this holiday? Well, strawberries along with chocolate have long been commonly considered to be an aphrodisiac which makes them a seemingly desirable treat to market around Valentine's Day. Plus, in Ancient Rome, the strawberry was a symbol of Venus, goddess of love.

Strawberries are a symbol of purity and sensuality, fertility and abundance, humility and modesty. The strawberry's fruit is made the symbol of perfect goodness because of its delicious flavor and fragrance.

Despite the fact that chocolate has been around since 1100 BC and strawberry has been found growing wild in Italy as early as 234 BC. It was not until a woman by the name of Lorraine Lorusso combined the two in the 1960's in her little shop called the Stop N' Shop in Chicago.

On it's own, chocolate has some health benefits – if we don't overindulge. But what about chocolate covered strawberries? The answer is YES! Chocolate and strawberries contain antioxidants which are linked to improved risk of infection and cancer and thought to improve our bodies' immune function.

two days How long do chocolate covered strawberries last in the refrigerator? They will typically last for up to two days in the refrigerator. They may last longer though. Simply inspect the strawberries: if the chocolate has fallen off or the tops of the strawberries appear mushy, you'll probably want to toss them.

Shaped like hearts, wild strawberries were seen as a symbol of Venus, the goddess of love in ancient Roman times. And, according to folklore, true love may bloom if you split a double strawberry with the apple of your eye.

Our favourite red berry dates back to Ancient Rome where it was considered the symbol of Venus, the goddess of love, because of its bright red colour and intoxicating taste. Legend has it that when two people split a strawberry, they'll fall in love.

The little fruit emoji is also used in posts between girlfriends and sisters and in sentiments that are cute , sweet, and innocent. Paired with other emoji like red roses and champagne, it signifies romance and can also mean girlish fun (spa day, anyone?) and indulgence.

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Production. In 2021, world production of strawberries was 9.2 million tonnes, led by China with 37% of the total and the United States and Turkey as other significant producers (table).

Today, four West Africa countries - Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, and Cameroon - account for over 70% of the world's cacao production.

two days How long do chocolate covered strawberries last in the refrigerator? They will typically last for up to two days in the refrigerator. They may last longer though. Simply inspect the strawberries: if the chocolate has fallen off or the tops of the strawberries appear mushy, you'll probably want to toss them.

I usually use Ghirardelli baking chips, or Baker's Baking Chocolate and I'm always pleased with the quality and price. I prefer bittersweet or semi-sweet, but you can use milk chocolate, semi-sweet, bittersweet, or white chocolate for dipping strawberries.