Embrace a Chocolate Menu for Valentine's Day

Set your table with chocolate for Valentine's Day! At Fresh Starts Chef Events, you can learn savory and sweet recipes based on cacao with Chef Luis Realpozo, artisan for Homeward Bound's Halo Truffles.

Guests will enjoy a tasty appetizer and a plate of delicious chicken mole enchiladas before Chef Luis explains the process of making a simple chocolate ganache. Everyone will have a chance to roll up a box of handmade truffles to take home. The menu:

• Housemade Chips with Two Mayan Salsas - Charred Tomato & Pumpkin Seed   |   Roasted Anaheim Pepper with Garlic & Cream
• Chicken Mole Enchiladas with Spanish Rice & Fried Plantains
• Mexican Churro with Chocolate

You'll leave with new ideas for chocolate plus the skills to make treats for gifts or parties. Bring your friends or family to enjoy a chocolate celebration just in time for Valentine's Day.

Reservations include dinner and take-home truffles; wine will be offered by glass or bottle. Proceeds support shelter and job-training programs at Homeward Bound of Marin. Thanks to our premier sponsor, The Republic of Tea.