In early 2024, before the store had shelves or even a nameplate, I boarded a plane to South America with a backpack, a notebook, and a list of chocolates I…
The Impact of Cacao Variety on Appearance
Can you guess what makes these two craft chocolate bars different in color?
Milk and dark? Nope — both are 70% dark chocolate.…
The basics of tasting chocolate
Tasting chocolate might seem daunting at first — especially if you’re new to craft chocolate. Will you be able to notice the flavour notes? Do…
A closer look at what ‘raw’ really means — and whether it matters.
Every now and then, a customer walks into the store asking for raw chocolate. They’re curious, often…
What Is Infused Chocolate? 6 Craft Bars to Try
If you're a fan of craft chocolate and curious about bold new flavors, infused chocolate bars offer a whole new tasting…
Luisa Abram’s Quest for Wild Amazonian Cacao
Luisa Abram is a Brazilian chocolate maker whose work centers on a rare and remarkable ingredient: wild cacao from the Amazon rainforest. Her…
What is fine cacao?
You’ve probably asked yourself this before: if I’m eating a 70% dark chocolate bar, doesn’t that just mean it’s dark and bitter? Isn’t it basically the…
For the chocolate and strong liquor lovers
Pairing is a process. You test combinations, some don’t work, some click immediately, and others surprise you after a second taste. For this…
A Guide for Curious Chocolate Lovers
Bean to bar chocolate isn’t just chocolate—it’s a completely different approach to enjoying and understanding one of the world's most cherished treats. But what…