From the HARD NECTAR site- "These sweet creations are developed by New York City based confectionary artist, Kristen Van Valkenhoef.  She finds inspiration in her love for nature which surrounded her growing up as a child, the nostalgia of her mother's kitchen and the knowledge she gained during her years of traveling as a model in fashion, design and art. 

Kristen has been named "Model- turned baker makes otherworldly candy" by VOGUE US, has been praised by OPRAH WINFREY on the O'LIST as favorite "dandy candy" and endorsed by world famous chef Daniel Boulud for her all natural approach. 

The line of lollipops contain 10 ingredients or less, using only the purest base products, without additives.  They are handcrafted in small batches to ensure absolute freshness. 

This amazing duo are true partners who love to share their love of food and travel. Each and every batch of their chocolates are handmade in a 1910 brick mill building in Vermont.  They are surround by a myriad of farms, orchards, forests and meadows that provide a plethora of freshly-farmed and foraged foods which are the resources they use to craft Tavernier chocolates. Pay close attention to the detail in each piece and the love they put into what they create.  They are truly some very special people with the kindest hearts. 

"Chocolate combines the things we love the most: art, food, science and place. We are absolutely thrilled to be doing what we do, and to be doing it here in southern Vermont."- Dar & John