Lorraine: I think that was precisely the problem! And while over-the-topness can be good sometimes, I think the competing flavours/sensations were just a tad too strong all up. Though, as I mentioned above, it would probably have stayed in the “interesting” category if I hadn’t tried to eat so much in one go….

Helen: That is such a brilliant way of phrasing it! “Pop rocks to create chilli fireworks” – you should contact Chuao and try to sell them your marketing skills And believe you me – I just munched away at the second half of the banana bar, and I’m still interested by the fact that I liked it! (P.S. Thanks for visiting my blog!)

CroqueCamille: Thank you so much! My blog is nowhere near as delectable as yours, but I fear losing my back-home readers if I talk about nothing but chocolate Still, seeing as I’m trying at least two new types a day, there are a lot of chocolate reviews on the horizon!

If you ever come across Valor’s chocolate, you should pick it up – the banana is a constant presence, but I really don’t think it’s too strong or sickly. I’d so love to hear someone else’s opinion!