Tag Archive: cocoa
Do You Have a Chocolate Allergy?
August 9, 2022
While chocolate is loved by many, there are some people who have an allergy or sensitivity to chocolate or one of its ingredients. Do you think you have a chocolate allergy or know someone who is? Fret not, here are the basics on how to tell whether you should avoid chocolates or not.
Is Chocolate Vegan? A Quick Guide To Vegan Chocolate
July 19, 2022
My favorite thing about chocolate is that it’s always in season! Whether there is a special occasion or I’m just feeling blue, it can easily make the day better. And with all the types of chocolate in the market right now, is there really a vegan chocolate?
Happy World Chocolate Day! How It Started and How To Celebrate
July 12, 2022
Ahh my favorite day… Every year on July 7, to honor the art of chocolate making, the World Chocolate Day is celebrated. And what’s the best way to enjoy it? Indulging in our favorite treats without guilt, of course!
Trader Joe’s Chocolate Passport
February 6, 2017
This blog post marks the beginning of my series on single-origin chocolates from Trader Joe’s Chocolate Passport variety pack.
Each week I will review one of these country of origin chocolates: Peru 60%, Ecuador 66%, Ghana 70%, Venezuela 70%, Dominican Republic 70%, Papua New Guinea 70%, Sao Tome 70%, and Tanzania 73%.
Lakefront Brewery Double Chocolate Stout
January 16, 2017
Everything I’ve read about the craft beer boom in Milwaukee intrigues me. I’ve lived in the area since graduating from college. At that time, all I knew (and everyone else in the United States) was Milwaukee meant Miller. Boy have things changed! Craft breweries have been popping up fast over the past couple of years.
Toasted S’mores Hot Chocolate Recipe
October 21, 2015
There are so many ways to enjoy hot chocolate. I bet you could do a 30-day challenge based on trying a different recipe every day!
Of course, "the classic" is always comforting and tasty. It's my go-to for a late night snack in the colder months.
A steaming mug of hot cocoa perfectly satisfies my sweets craving enough so that I don't devour the whole cookie jar at 10pm.
Fair Trade Certified Chocolate – Rising Trend
July 24, 2015
Have you picked up a chocolate product lately and noticed a small stamp on the package?
It looks like a little person, and says "Fair Trade Certified."
A World Without Chocolate?
May 9, 2014
Based on a research in the journal Climatic Change, global food production could drop 0.5% within the incoming 7 years. And by mid-century, an astounding 2.3%.
And global welfare losses could go beyond $200 billion in 2050. All these brought about by one thing: Climate Change.
An Oilprice.com report says the "study ranks the UK, France, Germany, the US and Russia as medium-risk countries in terms of climate-change effects, while Bangladesh, India and the majority of African countries are listed as the most vulnerable economies."
Basking In The Awesome Chocolate
November 8, 2013
Below are the reasons why you should always save some space for chocolate on your plate.
- Chocolate is good for your heart.
Daily consumption of chocolate may cut down one’s risk of suffering from a heart attack and even stroke.
- Chocolate can help you shed some unwanted pounds.
People have this notion that chocolate makes you fat. It’s not always the case. Research has shown that a person who gets his chocolate fix on a regular basis is more likely to be slim than one who doesn’t. Turns out, a person who eats chocolate five times per week or more has a lower BMI (Body Mass Index) than those who eat chocolate less frequently.
A Cup Of Hot Chocolate A Day Can Prevent Diabetes?
July 19, 2013
Mice that were fed a high fat diet that is known to be a causative factor for type 2 diabetes (the obesity-related type) suffered less inflammation after having been given cocoa powder. Scientists assumed that such finding could be applicable to humans.
Dark chocolate is packed with flavanols, plant chemicals that enhance blood flow by widening vessels. It has always been associated with tons of health benefits. In this particular study, the mice were fed the human equivalent of 10 tablespoons of cocoa powder, about four or five cups of hot cocoa, in a 10-week span.
Professor Joshua Lambert said: "What surprised me was the magnitude of the effect. There was not as big of an effect on the body weight as we expected, but I was surprised at the dramatic reduction of inflammation and fatty liver disease."