Monday, November 30, 2009

Orenji 2009 Winter Holidays Pricing Guide Now Available!



We are pleased to announce the arrival of the 2009 Winter Holiday Pricing Guide. To access to guide, simply follow the link below, or visit the link on the left-hand side of this blog:

2009 Orenji Winter Holiday Pricing Guide

On the list this year, you will find an assortment of delicious holiday treats, including our following recommendations:

Orenji Assorted Holiday Cookies
Holiday cookies are sold by the pound. Each cookie is handcrafted to be bite-sized, and prepared with the finest ingredients, including imported Belgian chocolate. You can expect approximately 3 dozen miniature cookies per pound, in forty varieties. Cookies by the pound are ten dollars per pound, although a discount is applied when buying three or more pounds.

Other Orenji Holiday Offerings:
bittersweet chocolate covered caramelized figs, port wine truffle
Belgian white chocolate and pumpkin spice truffles
Belgian milk chocolate and Earl Grey tea truffles
Belgian bittersweet chocolate and Calvados truffles
scented homemade marshmallows (orange, peppermint, or vanilla)
Belgian chocolate enrobed dried fruit
Chocolate drizzled krispy cereal treat Christmas Trees and Snowmen
chocolate enrobed graham crackers with holiday decorations
a selection of gourmet popcorns
our complete line of “sweet fortune” chocolates
holiday cakes and tortes, including the traditional bouche du noel
a variety of cheesecakes, including white chocolate and cranberry
a selection of tarts, including caramelized pear and frangipane
caramel pumpkin pie
sweet potato tart with toasted marshmallows and pecans
blueberry lemon tart with almonds
a delicious selection of yeast rolls for your holiday meal
and an assortment of scones for your holiday brunch!

Please see our Pricing Guide for a full selection of holiday treats!


Remember, the winter holidays are right around the corner. Order now to ensure timely delivery!

Orders requiring shipping (for Christmas arrival) must be placed by Monday, December 14th.
Orders for local pick-up/ delivery must be placed by Monday, December 21st.


To order, send an email to Jacob @ orenjicatering@hotmail.com or call 646.505.9794. We look forward to helping make your family’s Thanksgiving delicious! Happy Holidays!

thanksgiving bittersweet chocolate and pumpkin spice cheesecake



The last of our Thanksgiving specialties for this year is a deliciously smooth and creamy pumpkin spice cheesecake, with a layer of bittersweet chocolate cheesecake for flavor contrast! The lightness of the pumpkin layer, mixed with the deep rich low notes of Belgian bittersweet chocolate, create a memorable battle of flavors in the mouth! Both are so good, we don't know who the winner is! On a crispy chocolate crust, these two layers of cheesecake are the perfect ending to any holiday meal!



Hand modeled chocolate leaves surround the cheesecake, tied with a beautiful orange organza ribbon. Hand-poured leaves and acorns adorn the top, creating a visually stunning dessert!


Perhaps you missed ordering an orenji cheesecake for your Thanksgiving meal? Be sure to check out our 2009 Winter Holidays Pricing Guide, as a selection of fine cheesecakes (in assorted flavors) is available for your Winter Holiday gatherings!


Thursday, November 26, 2009

pumpkin and bittersweet chocolate chip poundcake


Happy Thanksgiving from orenji!

One of our favorite Thanksgiving recipes is this delicious pumpkin and bittersweet chocolate chip poundcake. Moist and dense, this cake is rich with the flavors of roasted sugar pumpkin, cinnamon and nutmeg. Adding a textural crunch, and a deepness of flavor, Belgian bittersweet chocolate chunks are a welcome addition to the smooth pumpkin flavors!


Decorated with hand-poured chocolate leaves and acorns, this cake is both a centerpiece for your holiday meal, and a deliciously sweet ending!


If you missed our pumpkin and bittersweet chocolate chip poundcake at Thanksgiving, why not try it during the winter holidays? This delectable item is also available on our Winter Holidays 2009 Pricing Guide!


Wednesday, November 25, 2009

thanksgiving bittersweet chocolate and pumpkin cheesecake brownies



A holiday favorite returns this year, quickly becoming one of our most popular items! We couldn't make enough of these at Halloween, and Thanksgiving proved no different...

Our bittersweet chocolate and pumpkin cheesecake swirl brownies begin with a dense and chewy chocolate base, rich with vanilla and Belgian bittersweet chocolate. Made using the darkest and richest cocoa (Extra Brute, 100%) available, these brownies are deep and rich in flavor.



Contrasting the deep chocolaty flavor, the pumpkin cheesecake swirl is light and creamy, with high notes of autumn spices and delicate roasted sugar pumpkin. The textural contrast is perfect-- chewy and creamy, creating an explosion of flavor in the mouth!


Decorated with seasonal sprinkles, and packaged with brightly colored orange tissue, these brownies are perfect for taking to your holiday gathering, shipping, or simply devouring at home!




More Thanksgiving goodies tomorrow! Keep checking back...


Tuesday, November 24, 2009

autumn krispy cereal treats...


Thanksgiving is one of our favorite times of year here at orenji. We have so much to be thankful for, with our friends, family, and loyal customers.

One of the many treats that we created this Thanksgiving season was krispy cereal treats-- in the shape of sunflowers. Crunchy and buttery, with the vanilla marshmallow taking center stage, these treats are perfect for adults and children alike!


We finish our krispy cereal treats with only the finest in Belgian bittersweeet and white chocolates (milk chocolate available upon request), and seasonal decorations-- in this case, orange sanding sugar and edible sprinkles in the shape of autumn leaves!


Individually wrapped and tied with chocolate brown satin ribbon and orange organza, these treats are portable and delicious, perfect for that holiday gift-giving!


For the winter holidays, we will be offering krispy cereal treats in the shapes of Christmas trees and snowmen-- be sure to order early to ensure timely delivery!



Monday, November 23, 2009

gourmet wedding favours




We recently had the honor of creating wedding favours for two dear friends who married in a spectacular fairytale wedding in southern Spain. We created four delicious confections in our kitchens in California, and then assembled the favours in Spain! While we have shipping items to four continents, it was the first time we have delivered our creations to another country in person! What a wonderful year it has been here at orenji!




The favour boxes were filled with four hand-crafted confections, and adorned with chocolate brown ribbon, printed tags, a label on the back, and assorted fall foliage in the colors of the bridal party. The confections included:

1) Pomegranate and elderflower fruit jelly-- Sugary and chewy on the outside, soft and melting in the middle, these natural "gummies" were delicately flavored with pomegranate and elderflower, creating a magical contrast of flavor!

2) Smooth Belgian chocolate infused with garam masala-- a sweet and spicy Indian spice mixture-- was molded in the shape of an autumn acorn, and hand brushed with 24 karat edible gold.

3) A light and fluffy hand-crafted marshmallow, dusted with confectioners' sugar, and infused with the subtle floral scent of lavender-- a delicious taste to experience!

4) Perhaps our favorite, hand-crafted caramel flavored with sea salt smoked over Welsh oak, and enrobed in the finest Belgian bittersweet chocolate. The deepness of the chocolate paired perfectly with the smooth, buttery caramels, with a hint a salt awakening the tastebuds!




Altogether, we were extremely proud to have been asked to contribute to this magical wedding day, and pleased with the result of our work! And if you're wondering, we are always available for international events!


(a glimpse of the wedding site)

As the autumn and winter holidays approach, be sure to check back frequently for pricing guides and sneak peaks at holiday treats!

Thursday, November 05, 2009

orenji 2009 Thanksgiving pricing guide now available!


We are pleased to announce the arrival of the 2009 Orenji Thanksgiving Pricing Guide. To access to guide, simply following the link below:

2009 Orenji Thanksgiving Pricing Guide

On the list this year, you will find an assortment of delicious holiday treats, including our following recommendations:

* orenji Caramel Apples and Pears
* sunflower-shaped chocolate drizzled krispy cereal treat “lollipops” with festive holiday
decorations
* shortbread leaves with bittersweet chocolate and holiday decorations
* chocolate & pumpkin cheesecake swirled brownies
* caramel pumpkin pie
* sweet potato tart with marshmallows and toasted pecans
* hand-made yeast cloverleaf dinner rolls
* pumpkin spice scones

We are also pleased to offer:
* bittersweet chocolate covered caramelized figs, port wine truffle
* Belgian white chocolate and pumpkin spice truffles
* assorted hand-rolled Belgian chocolate truffles
* Belgian chocolate enrobed dried fruit
* chocolate enrobed graham crackers with holiday decorations
* chocolate enrobed pretzels with holiday decorations
* orange and pistachio biscotti with milk chocolate
* anise-scented fig and date swirls
* bittersweet chocolate chip spiced pumpkin loaf
* bittersweet chocolate and pumpkin cheesecake
* spiced carrot cupcakes with cream cheese frosting and toasted coconut
* caramelized spiced pear and frangipane (baked almond custard) tart
* blueberry lemon with almond streusel tart
* fresh figs, rosemary cornmeal crust, & lemon mascarpone cream tart*
* caramelized pear scones
* dried cranberry & bittersweet chocolate chip scones
* vanilla, pear, & crystallized ginger bread (mini loaves)
* blueberry gingerbread (mini loaves)

Please see our Pricing Guide for a full selection of holiday treats!


Remember, Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26th !
Orders requiring shipping must be placed by Thursday, November 19th.
Orders for local pick-up/ delivery must be placed by Monday, November 23rd*.
(*orenji offices will be closed from 11/11-11/18. Orders placed during that time will be confirmed on Thursday, 11/19.)

To order, send an email to Jacob @ orenjicatering@hotmail.com or call 646.505.9794. We look forward to helping make your family’s Thanksgiving delicious! Happy Holidays!