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The Cadmium in Your Chocolate: What You Actually Need to Know

The Cadmium in Your Chocolate: What You Actuall...

Chocolate. Is there any word more synonymous with joy, indulgence, and pure bliss? From a sophisticated square of single-origin dark chocolate to a comforting cup of hot cocoa, it's a...

The Cadmium in Your Chocolate: What You Actuall...

Chocolate. Is there any word more synonymous with joy, indulgence, and pure bliss? From a sophisticated square of single-origin dark chocolate to a comforting cup of hot cocoa, it's a...

Cacao: The Ancient 'Food of the Gods' Is Now the Newest Science-Backed Superfood

Cacao: The Ancient 'Food of the Gods' Is Now th...

For centuries, the ancient civilizations of Mesoamerica revered cacao as Theobroma—literally translating to the “Food of the Gods.” They recognized it not just as a delicacy, but as a source...

Cacao: The Ancient 'Food of the Gods' Is Now th...

For centuries, the ancient civilizations of Mesoamerica revered cacao as Theobroma—literally translating to the “Food of the Gods.” They recognized it not just as a delicacy, but as a source...

Vintage Royal No. 5 drum roaster used for small-batch artisan chocolate roasting at Valley Isle Chocolate Maui

What Does "Bean-to-Bar" Actually Mean? (And Why...

If you've browsed the chocolate aisle lately, you've likely seen the term "Bean-to-Bar." It sounds sophisticated, but in an era of "greenwashing," what does it actually signify for the chocolate...

What Does "Bean-to-Bar" Actually Mean? (And Why...

If you've browsed the chocolate aisle lately, you've likely seen the term "Bean-to-Bar." It sounds sophisticated, but in an era of "greenwashing," what does it actually signify for the chocolate...

Cacao farming in Maui Hawaii - Valley Isle Chocolate Napa Valley of Chocolate

The Napa Valley of Chocolate: Why Hawaii is the...

Discover the history of cacao in Hawaii and why the islands are becoming the "Napa Valley of Chocolate." Learn about our royal heritage and artisan bean-to-bar process.

The Napa Valley of Chocolate: Why Hawaii is the...

Discover the history of cacao in Hawaii and why the islands are becoming the "Napa Valley of Chocolate." Learn about our royal heritage and artisan bean-to-bar process.