Chocolate South celebrates Girl Scout Day, March 12

 

Chocolate South owner Amy Stankus shows off her Girl Scout sash.

Girl Scout cookie season is in full swing, and Wednesday, March 12 marks the 102nd anniversary of the institution's founding. Juliette Gordon Low organized the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah in 1912 and selling cookies entered the scene in 1917. Chocolate South, Atlanta’s own sweet leader, is honoring Girl Scouts of all ages. The first 20 current Girl Scouts (age 18 or younger) who come into the store on Girl Scout Day, March 12 wearing their Girl Scout uniform will receive a free Scout bonbon. The confection is a trail mix rival of milk chocolate, roasted almonds, orange zest and organic cranberries topped with candied almonds. The first 10 former Girl Scouts (over 18 years old) who bring in their badge, sash or a photo of themselves in their Girl Scout uniform will receive both a free Scout bonbon AND a free cup of REV Coffee. 

#Foodgram of the Week: @chocolatesouth

Enjoy some calorie-free browsing on the @chocolatesouth Instagram profile, where you’ll stay up to date on new creations by Amy Stankus. You won’t be able to resist the urge to venture into the brick and mortar location for a taste. Opt for a tea-infused bonbon for a twist on the classic candy.

Does Everybody Know What Time It Is??

It's Girl Scout cookie time!

It is as if the sweet little Girl Scouts know that I am beginning to give up on my New Year's resolution. They sense that I will give up eating healthy for a box of Thin Mints and Tagalongs. I was suckered into buying a box (ok, three) on Sunday afternoon and I'm already hoping they will be back in the same spot selling boxes again this weekend.

Thin Mints

What is it about these cookies that makes me eat six at a time? I think it has something to do with my childhood. I was a Girl Scout for years and the best part about being one is selling the cookies. My mom was my best customer. She would buy several boxes of thin mints and store them in the freezer. Mmmm, those cookies are best when frozen.

Tagalongs

Boxes are $3.50 and they go quick. AJC's John Kessler noted on his blog, Food & More that the Girl Scouts are putting fewer cookies in boxes this year. That actually makes me feel better that my roommate and I already finished a box of Thin Mints.

I hope you enjoy the photos. I needed an excuse to eat one of each before lunch...