Break these tablets—with your teeth.

So, Moses is traditionally associated with Passover, not the Jewish New Year. Whatever. How often can a person justify the purchase of an Old Testament patriarch cast in chocolate? There are only so many Jewish holidays in a year.… Without further ado, we introduce you to the 10-ounce copper-dusted 72 percent chocolate Moses. With her chocolate figure, based on Michelangelo’s statue, Bond Street Chocolate owner Lynda Stern unwittingly reminds us that for hundreds of years, people actually thought that Jews had horns (way to go, Lynda!). But seriously, what a fine addition to the holiday table.

$50, available by special order only

Love can be scary.

Okay, so the majority of us hate Valentine’s Day. But it still exists, and we still spend a fair amount of effort either celebrating it—or ignoring it. For those who straddle the two camps, we have the ideal gift for you: 72 percent chocolate molded skulls from Bond Street Chocolate. Some are dusted in metallic silver powder, giving them the look of jewelry—creepy jewelry, that is. They come six to a tin for $14. That’s less than dinner and a movie, and way more twisted.

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It’s here again: Valentine’s Day. Well, almost. And due to some kind of contract that we signed with you, dear readers, there is a buttload of sweetheartworthy content for your perusal (plus reviews, openings, Critics’ Picks and more).

So, the V-Day grocery list: chocolates, check. Buy your honey bonbons that are salty, spicy and sweet at retailers including newbies Bespoke Chocolates, Bond Street Chocolate and Nunu Chocolates. If you’re scrambling for a reservation, we’ve got you covered: Read more »

Tasty morsels are good for you, too, at Rouge Tomate.

Hello, readers. Yes, yes, we’re excited about the upcoming inauguration, too. In this week’s issue (January 15–21), find out where to booze your hearts out the night Mr. Obama drops the elect from his current title. But don’t get too smug over what looks like a step toward equality in this country. This week’s feature focuses on lady chefs still getting short shrift in New York restaurants—this time, at the hands of the media. Read more »