All of America’s presidents come into office with their own preferred culinary favorites, especially when it comes to sweets and desserts. Reagan had his jellybeans, Clinton his Krisy Kreme Doughnuts and Kennedy had a weakness for anything chocolate.
But the citizens of Seattle can take pride in the fact that our next president, Barack Obama, has found his favorite treat right here in our own hometown: Fran’s Grey Sea Salt Caramels.
Here’s the inside story on how it all happened: When President-elect Obama visited Seattle as a candidate, a thoughtful supporter put together a welcoming basket containing many of our region’s favorite food treats. In among those many outstanding products, was a box of Fran’s Gray Smoked Sea Salt Caramels.
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Later, the creator and owner of Fran’s Chocolates, Fran Bigelow (yes, there is a real ‘Fran’ at Fran’s Chocolate) met Michelle Obama at a separate fundraiser. Imagine her surprise when she learned that her Sea Salt Caramels had become the presidential couple’s new favorite sweet treat.
Michelle Obama prefers Fran’s Sea Salt Caramels wrapped in dark chocolate, while Barack liked his caramels coated with milk chocolate. I’ve tasted them both and they are truly unforgettable.
So why not join the Obamas and add these amazing melt-in-your-mouth local culinary treasures to your list of special foods to enjoy on Inauguration Day (and beyond). They‘re available in all of Fran’s Chocolate Boutiques in the Seattle area, online at franschocolates.com, at select gourmet stores nationwide or by calling 1-800-422-3726 direct.
One taste and they’ll be your favorite, too. Fran’s Grey Smoked Sea Salt Caramels are a perfect example of how the very best is often right in our own back yard!
Special Report: Inauguration Day 2009
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