Mia, I would go with the pears (but maybe a slightly sweet preparation,
minus the wine and cheese) over the orange chocolate pudding. I really
dislike chocolate w/ orange, though.

Your meal sounds wonderful, but I don't think chocolate (even w/o the
orange) sounds right after all of the robust flavors in that meal. I think
my palate would be done, and I'd enjoy something fruity, a little sweet, and
creamy.

The pudding does sound interesting, though. Have you made it before?

Chris