It’s no secret that chocolate can taste just as delicious when paired with another tasty treat! However, how do you know which combination of chocolate and secondary treat will make the most scrumptious delicacy? If you’re feeling adventurous to try a new chocolate treat, here are a few of the most popular chocolate pairings: Fruit You’ve probably heard of or have had chocolate strawberries before, but did you know that chocolate dipped mangos and pears can be just as delicious?...
Chocolate has been around for years, and many people around the world love this sweet treat for its delectable taste. However, in more recent years, studies have found that chocolate isn’t just good—it’s also healthy for you in the right amounts! One of its most notable health benefits is that it decreases your risk of stroke and other heart diseases. But even with its discovered positive benefits, not everyone is convinced that chocolate can be good for you. Here are...
Today, chocolate is a delicacy that many people all over the world enjoy in all shapes and forms, from the classic chocolate bars to warm hot cocoa. But did you know that chocolate has been around for almost 4,000 years? Here is a taste of chocolate’s sweet history: Chocolate’s Bitter Beginnings Anthropologists have found that chocolate began to be produced as early as 1900 B.C, by pre-Olmec cultures that lived in present-day Mexico. The earliest forms of chocolate were actually...
It’s that fabulous time of year where we break out the mugs, marshmallows, milk, peppermint sticks, and chocolate for our favorite warm winter holiday beverage—hot chocolate. There’s a large range of hot chocolate mixes and recipes out there for many to enjoy, but here are some of our favorites from around the country: Double-Chocolate Hot Chocolate A New York bakery, Baked, has an ultra-rich double-chocolate that combines bittersweet and milk chocolate together that is topped off with tasty homemade marshmallows....
Heart Health Research has shown that dark chocolate can actually be good for your heart! In a 9-year study of over 30,000 women, those who ate at least one serving of dark chocolate every week reduced their risk of heart complications by one third. Dark chocolate has also been known to lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and helps blood flow around the body. Reduces Risk of Diabetes Chocolate can actually prevent diabetes? You read correctly! Dark chocolate has shown to...
Eater searches the country and singles out the most talented and promising young leaders in the hospitality industry under 30 years of age, or with less than five years in the business. Best chocolates in Houston The blossoming Houston chocolatier was selected out of a pool of nominees in the initial group of semifinalists. In Texas, five others were chosen, including Rachel DelRocco, Qui of Austin; Mara Serna, D&T Drive Inn, Houston; Julie Poplawski, Dai Due, Austin; Hunter Pond, East...
5 Steps to Make a Chocolate Bon-Bon · A decadent chocolate bon-bon is often a delicacy saved for a special occasion. But there is no reason not to indulge more often, a bon-bon can be handcrafted at home with some help from the pros. Delight in the smooth chocolate goodness anytime you crave it with these five simple steps. Color: First, we use colored cocoa butter to splatter, air brush, or hand paint our molds. We try to reflect the flavor...
Here is some great news for all of the chocoholics around the world. Research has shown that processed chocolate remains nutrient rich even after purification. Although raw cocoa contains the highest level of nutrient content, most health studies are conducted with cocoa or chocolate, not in the raw state. Therefore, consumers should look for minimally processed chocolate that is pleasing to the palate. It’s a wiser decision to choose high quality chocolate indulgences. Don’t sacrifice the potential health benefits...
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