Tag Archive: cocoa
Discovering the Different Types of Chocolate: A Delicious Guide
May 16, 2023
Chocolate will always be a favorite snack and flavor. It originally came from the Aztecs, who called it "xocolatl," meaning a bitter drink made from cocoa beans. The Aztecs loved chocolate so much that they considered it more valuable than gold and used it as their money for trading. Isn't that amazing?
What Is Ruby Chocolate?
April 18, 2023
Have you heard about the new type of chocolate called ruby chocolate? What is it? And what makes it different from other types of chocolate? Let’s find out.
How To Remove Chocolate Stains
March 28, 2023
We all love chocolate, but its sensitivity to temperature can lead to accidents and chocolate stains. And sometimes we don’t notice the stains right away until it’s harder to remove. Well, that’s okay! The good news is removing chocolate stains is possible with a bit of time and effort. Here’s how.
The Chocolate and Salt Combination
March 15, 2023
We put salt in a lot of our dishes. It tastes great on any food, as well as on chocolate. But where did the sweet and salty combination of chocolate and salt come from? And why do they taste good together? Here's why.
Most Common Cocoa Powder Substitutes
February 21, 2023
Cocoa powder is a stable in a baking household. Sometimes, even though you are not a baker, there’s still a high chance that you have a stash at home. But if you ever ran out of it, or you’re allergic, or you just don’t like it, you can easily swap it with simple ingredients you might already have at home. Here's how.
Chocolate Giving on Valentine’s Day
February 7, 2023
With February 14 just around the corner, and people already stocking up on their chocolates, do you ever wonder when and how the tradition of giving chocolates on Valentine’s Day started?
What Is Raw Chocolate And Why You Should Try It
January 24, 2023
Have you heard about dark chocolate being a better option than milk chocolates when it comes to health benefits? But did you know that raw chocolate is an even better choice? What is raw chocolate and why should you choose it over your favorite famous sugar-processed chocolate bar? Here’s why.
How To Store Chocolate And Keep It Fresh
January 3, 2023
Holiday season means chocolate gift giving! And because a lot of people love giving chocolates as gifts, we tend to end up with a box full of it. With all the leftover food from all the celebrations, where are we going to keep our precious chocolate bars to make sure they remain fresh and yummy? Here are 5 tips on how to store chocolate.
All About Cacao Nibs – Nature’s Chocolate Chips
December 27, 2022
By now you’ve probably already heard about cacao nibs or there’s a big possibility you’ve seen them at your local stores. And now you’re wondering… Are they chocolate? Can I eat them raw? What are they for? Well, today, my friends, we will talk all about cacao nibs.
Cacao and Cocoa – What’s the Difference?
December 6, 2022
Are you confused about the difference between cacao and cocoa? Well, you are not alone. There is actually a lot of misunderstandings about these two, but they pretty much have a lot in common (Hint: Chocolate). Let’s get to know more about them, shall we?