BRAZIL, THE COUNTRY OF CARNIVAL, CAIPIRINHA & CACAO
Today the origin label (GI South Bahia) is associated with reliable sourcing and sustainable cacao.
UNRAVELING ROASTING-INDUCED CACAO FLAVOURS
Cacao beans are an extremely complex raw material. Its intrinsic nature has such a unique chemical makeup that it can open up endless possibilities for exquisite flavours in chocolate.
Cacao: a basket full of love ingredients
Although they might not have been fully aware of the scientific evidence related to the valuable traits of Theobroma, the Aztecs and Maya's already attributed all kinds of health benefits and curative and stimulant effects to their precious cacao. But in the spirit of Valentine, let's focus on the ability of cacao and chocolate to enhance mind and mood and set the stage for love.
Cacao Moth: don’t bug me please
You may have seen striking images of bisected cacao beans. These vivid purple slices aren’t just for show – they’re part of an evaluation method called a cut test. But is this test actually meaningful?