Chocolate-dipped potato chips (that's right)

Chocolate chips

Whether I'm cooking, grocery shopping or trying a new restaurant, I always think of these activities as culinary adventures. Last night, I embarked on such an adventure. Along with a friend, I tried chocolate-dipped potato chips at The Chocolateria, located at 361 Roncesvalles Avenue.

The chips were interesting. The salt from the potato chips helped to balance out the sweetness from the chocolate. I liked the texture very much - crunchy and soft at the same time. Again, it's all about balance. 

However, I would say this snack is only good in very small doses. Any more than 2 or 3 chips, and the overall experience becomes too much.  Too much sweetness, too much saltiness and just too much in general.  (And when I start thinking about the calories involved....ugh...)  

Having said this, I think the chips could be much more enjoyable if paired properly with a beer.  Chocolate beer has been around for a while - a black chocolate stout would go well, as would a beer like Okocim Porter.  

One other thought: someone I know used to put potato chips in the freezer. I've tried this and chips do tasted better cold - less salty. I think freezing these chips could also improve the experience.

The chocolate was a little heavy

Beyond the potato chips, The Chocolateria also has a wide array of truffles, and other goodies.  I didn't get a chance to try them, but could see myself going back. 

BTW - my friend didn't enjoy the chips, but he is willing to go along with my craziness and try the chips with beer. I'll be sure to write about it when it happens.