Within the realm of poetic expression, chocolate emerges as a less-than-prominent but still an interesting subject. It’s known for evoking sensory allure and captivating the reader’s imagination.
The artistry of this kind of verse engages the palate, transcending literary boundaries. From sonnets to haikus, these compositions exude a refined appreciation for chocolate’s various manifestationsโbe it dark, milk, or white. Such literary explorations celebrate the convergence of language and chocolate, resulting in a captivating fusion that captivates scholarly and literary minds alike.
โOrangesโ by Gary Soto is a charming narrative poem. It tells a story about a young boy on his first date.
The first time I walked
With a girl, I was twelve,
Carol Ann Duffy’s ‘Valentine’ challenges conventional romance with an unexpected gift: an onion conveying honesty and genuine emotion.
Not a red rose or a satin heart.
I give you an onion.
It is a moon wrapped in brown paper.
It promises light
โChocolate Cakeโ by Michael Rosen is an upbeat childrenโs poem that describes a childโs lack of control when it comes to his favorite dessert.ย
I love chocolate cake.
And when I was a boy
I loved it even more.