It’s no secret that I’m a huge supporter for all things handmade. Recently, I've had the pleasure of doing business with a fellow handcrafted business owner. Today I would like to share with you my adventure.
In a recent post on Facebook, Jocelyn Santiago of La Fuffie's Boutique in New York, New York requested the need for a photographer to take pictures of her treats. I have often seen her postings advertisements of her goodies but had yet to sample them myself. With my new pro camera, I eagerly offered to trade photos for treats! As you can guess she accepted my offer. After talking back and forth with Jocelyn I thought it would be fun to do a small review on her business. So with that said let me introduce you to La Fuffie's Boutique:
Owner: Jocelyn Santiago
Location: New York, New York
Been in Business since: March 2011
Website: http://
Email: lafuffiesboutiquefb@
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LaFuffiesBoutique
Website: http://
Email: lafuffiesboutiquefb@
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LaFuffiesBoutique
La Fuffie's Boutique specializes in (as she puts it) "YUMMY and UNIQUE Edible and non-edible party favors." This includes but is not limited to: Everything chocolate from cake pops, lollipops, dipped pretzels, cookies, and more! As well as a variety of customizable party favors.
In our small interview I asked her "What treats would you recommend to new customers?" Jocelyn replied " I always recommend my sampler box, it contains one of each item that I make. Customers can pick from milk, dark, or white chocolate bases."
I also asked "What is your favorite treat to make?" She replied,"Chocolate covered oreos and cake pops. They allow me to be the most creative."
As part of our exchange I traded my photography for her treats. Here are some of my photos of her newest treats available now and just in time for Valentines Day.
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| Valentine Floral Chocolate Covered Vanilla Wafers |
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| An inside look! |
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| Valentine Double Heart Chocolate Covered Oreos |
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| An inside look! |
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| Chocolate Bon Bons |
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| An inside look. Each color with a different filling. This one is marshmallow. |
My personal review:
Upon arrival, my packaged came shipped in a large box that was well packaged. Inside I was pleasantly pleased and surprised to see that she packed her treats with a nifty freezer ice pack. And yes she informed me that she does add this with all her orders. Under the ice pack, each treat was individually sorted by types in a bubbled sleeve. Inside each bubble sleeve the treats were then covered in their own clear wrapper complete with a matching ribbon. Now if that's not going the extra mile I don't know what is!
Being this was a trade I was privileged to sample 7 different treats. 3 different types of chocolate lollipops, two chocolate covered cookies, chocolate bons bons, & a chocolate covered twinkie. Of all the treats I have sampled thus far, my most favorite were her Neopolitan Chocolate Covered Oreos & her Chocolate Bons Bons (with a mix of carmel, peanut butter, & marshmallow centers).
Closing thoughts: I am impressed with the effort placed in her presentation. Her treats are beautiful, full of color, and a tasty treat that would be great for any special occasion. If you are not a fan of chocolate than her treats might not be for you. They are very rich and sweet. Each treat is a generous size and even more generous in chocolate. My family enjoyed sampling these, especially my girls who would have polished them off in a matter of hours if they'd been given the chance. Definitely remember La Fuffie's Boutique for future parties and special occasions!
Give her treats a try and share with us your thoughts. Also be sure to stop by her Facebook page to say hi and support handmade!
Photos By: Heather Gwinn
Interested in having your products photographed? Contact me for more info.
Photos By: Heather Gwinn
Interested in having your products photographed? Contact me for more info.
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Awesome!!! Love the photos and the review!!! I was drooling over that oreo!!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you! It was fun to shoot! Her oreos were almost too hard to photograph. All I just wanted to do was bite into them! It was a real treat when she approved of the photos!
ReplyDeleteHer treats look beautiful. You did a great job photographing them!
ReplyDeleteThank you for such amazing photos. I am so glad that you enjoyed eating them as much as I enjoy making them. I look forward to continuing to work together. Can't wait to see the other photos!
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