Top 5 movies for chocolate lovers

We present to you the top 5 movies during which you will simply have to eat a piece of chocolate or two. The genres are various, but the motif of chocolate runs throughout. Therefore, with each title, we bring a suggestion of chocolate for snacking during the movie instead of popcorn.

Everything you need for a perfect movie night - chocolate on the screen and in hand!
 

1. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)

Isn't it every child's (and chocolate lover's) dream to drink from a chocolate river? In this cult musical from 1971, a boy named Charlie wins a visit to a mysterious chocolate factory whose eccentric owner is portrayed by the phenomenal Gene Wilder. Enter the world of chocolate yourself and enjoy Charlie's adventures and brilliantly imagined set design dominated by elements made from the tastiest sweets in the world.

Try: Lindt Excellence Extra Creamy Milk Chocolate



 

2. Julie and Julia (2009)

This movie follows the lives of French cuisine American legend Julia Child and young blogger Julie Powell. Julie decides to spend a year preparing all 524 recipes from Julia Child's cookbook "Mastering the Art of French Cooking" - and blogs about her experience. The role of the famous cook is played by legendary Meryl Streep, while the blogger is interpreted by Amy Adams.

Food lovers will experience Julia Child's excellent recipes through a completely new lens.

Taste: Lindt Excellence dark chocolate with hazelnuts from Piedmont

3. Chocolate (2000)

The movie follows Juliette Binoche as a single mom who opens a chocolate shop during Lent in a remote French village. With the help of exquisite recipes, which she uses to make divine chocolate desserts in her chocolaterie, and the support of a mysterious vagabond Roux, played by Johnny Depp, our heroine manages to soften the hearts of the small-town mentality. With scenes such as slow stirring of tempered chocolate to smashing blocks of chocolate with a hammer, the movie is a real visual feast!

Try: Lindt Excellence dark chocolate with 85% cocoa

4. Les émotifs anonymes / Anonymous Romantics (2010)

A romantic comedy that takes us into the world of chocolate and delicious desserts. This French film follows the story of two people who share a passion for chocolate. Jean-René is the owner of a small chocolaterie, and Angélique is a talented baker. However, they both have the same problem - they are completely maladjusted to the world around them and both fear emotional intimacy. In this movie, you can enjoy extraordinary chocolate-making scenes and the closeness of an unusual pair.

Try: Lindt Grand Plaisir white chocolate with strawberries and almonds


 

5. Like Water for Chocolate (1992)

The Spanish expression "como agua para chocolate" refers to the way of making hot chocolate with water, not milk, which is practiced in some Latin American countries. It is often used as a metaphor to describe strong emotions, such as romantic feelings between main characters Tita and Pedro in this Mexican movie. Although they cannot be together due to strict social norms, this couple fiercely fights for their love. Tita conveys her love for Pedro through her culinary skills and the dishes she creates, including a wedding cake she bakes for his marriage to her sister Rosaura.

Try: Lindt dark chocolate with whole almonds and sea salt