“…you have a sophisticated understanding of flavors, you’ve got the bitterness on the back of the palate and then those tart little pings of the sumac. It's just fireworks in a pastry.” ~Anna Olson, Celebrated Chef and Author. Highlights from my time competing on Food Network Canada’s Great Chocolate Showdown. Purdy’s Chocolatier Challenge Win …I’ve seen a lot of stuff, but curry, cardamom, cinnamon and pineapple, I haven’t and they work, so good on you man!” ~Steven Hodge, Pastry Chef.