Recipes, articles, tips and tricks for chocolate making at home
Chocolate is a delicious and indulgent treat that appeals to young and old. It’s been around for centuries, slowly transforming over the years as it transitioned from culture to culture. In this CocoTerra blog, we’re going to take a look at everything chocolate: how it’s made, where it comes from, chocolate science, how to properly store your chocolate (so you don’t throw out those old Easter eggs unnecessarily) to curiosities like “Is there such thing as vegan chocolate?”, and let’s not forget to mention that there will be lots of chocolate recipes! We’ve got you covered (in chocolate) from top to bottom!
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Objects you wouldn’t guess are actually made of chocolate
We've mentioned Amaury Guichon in previous articles, but we just had to highlight him again in this one. He is, without a doubt, the undisputed master of turning chocolate into the most unexpected creations. From life-sized giraffes to Formula 1 race cars, his...
What ingredients make up your favorite chocolate?
Can you name the most common ingredients in chocolate? You might know some—if you have deep chocolate knowledge, maybe you know all of them! But have you ever wondered how these ingredients shape your favorite chocolate's flavor, texture, and quality? Nowadays,...
In what form was chocolate first consumed?
Did you know that chocolate was first enjoyed as a bitter, frothy drink? Over 3,000 years, Mesoamerican civilizations like the Olmecs, Mayans, and Aztecs ground cacao beans and mixed them with water, spices, and sometimes maize. This was a sacred beverage for them and...
Lab grown chocolate: Companies are working on alternative chocolate
Waking up in 2025 feels different—so much has changed over the past decade. Technology is advancing at an incredible pace, from AI to Ag Tech, reshaping the way we live, work, and eat. Speaking of progress, let’s talk about one of the most fascinating developments in...
How to pair chocolate with wine: Expert guide to pairing
Chocolate and wine have a lot in common, making them a perfect pair. Both go through fermentation, which gives them rich, complex flavors. Like wine, chocolate’s taste is shaped by where it’s grown—soil, climate, and farming methods all play a role. They also share a...
Understanding cauliflory in cacao plants: How it impacts chocolate quality
Have you ever wondered what makes cacao trees so special? One of their most unique features is “cauliflory”—where flowers and fruits grow directly on the trunk and main branches. This rare trait is important for cocoa farming, affecting how the pods are harvested and...