Method

Chop the dates roughly and mix with the rest of the dried fruits. Place in a large bowl, macerate generously with Grand Marnier and leave to soak overnight. Melt the chocolate over a bain-marie, stirring gently, until it melts and switch off heat. Keep at around room temperature. Crush the biscuits and fold into the macerated fruits, add spices, nuts, and mix well all together. Gradually add the condensed milk mixture until you obtain a firm pliable texture. Shape into a cylinder or any shape of choice and decorate with chocolate accordingly.