Toffee at its best

This assortment from Valerie Confections, a new Los Angeles-based company, takes toffee to another level, enrobing crisp, delicate toffee in a layer of Valrhona bittersweet chocolate to marvelous effect. The classic toffee is the best rendition we’ve ever tasted. The almond fleur de sel toffee is a revelation. Ginger, mint, orange and almond aren’t bad either. Available at Le Sanctuaire in Santa Monica, Joan’s on Third and Susina in Los Angeles, the Cheese Store of Beverly Hills or by phone at (888) 706-1408. About $20.

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-- Leslie Brenner