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The 4 Countries That Produce the Most Chocolate
The four main countries responsible for chocolate production are the United States, Germany, Switzerland and Belgium. According to Statista, Western Europe accounts for about 35% of total…
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History of Chocolate: Chocolate in the American Colonies
In 2009, Mars Incorporated celebrated the publication of Chocolate: History, Culture and Heritage. The book was the culmination of ten years of collaborative research with UC Davis, which…
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Show Your Love on Valentine's Day with These Chocolate Recipes
After all, chocolate has long been considered an aphrodisiac. Tryptophan and phenylethylamine are the compounds responsible for its stimulating qualities. Chocolate is also desirable for…
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Choosing and Using Baking Chocolate
Nothing says Valentine's Day like chocolate. We're talking not only about a box of chocolates, but also homemade chocolate treats baked from the heart. From unsweetened to semi-sweet to…
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History of Chocolate
The history of chocolate can be traced back to the ancient Maya, and even earlier to the ancient Olmecs of southern Mexico. The word chocolate may bring to mind sweet candy bars and…
