Residents of Old Charlton House Residential Home in Cowes were in chocolate heaven last week (Friday) as they celebrated World Chocolate Day.
The day began with residents dipping strawberries in chocolate to set and eat after their lunch. They found this very tricky as all they wanted to do was eat them as they went along! However, they controlled themselves admirably and the rest of the home was very grateful that they did because they were delicious.
During the afternoon the residents looked at pictures of old chocolate bar labels and posters selling them. This prompted much discussion and reminiscing about chocolate and sweets that they used to enjoy in their younger days. They found it amusing that the posters advertising chocolate used the phrase “builds bone and muscle”, but as Janet pointed out – we know it builds fat! They also found the fruit pastille flavours interesting, especially loganberry and gooseberry. They were advertised as keeping “anyone who just cannot smoke at work, refreshed and soothed”, which again, led to much hilarity.
They took part in a chocolate quiz, testing the chocolatey knowledge of the residents. Once each answer was revealed, it led to more discussion and reminiscing. The winner was Marilyn, who was overjoyed with her chocolate prize, although the contest was very closely run.
The highlight of the day was of course, the chocolate fondue.
Residents enjoyed dipping strawberries, raspberries, banana, shortbread squares and marshmallows into bowls of melted dark chocolate.
At Old Charlton House we love to offer new experiences for our residents to enrich their lives whenever possible.
Centre-pic, that’s my biggest sister!! Nice to recognise her from more than 2000 km away.