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American Chocolate Bar #5: [Durci Chocolate] from J Chocolatier, DC
Durci Chocolate, with the slogan "Rediscover Chocolate" and an unforgettable space travel theme, is the most timely example of a brand that is not only pushing the boundaries of the chocolate sector, but is arguably jumping to light-speed.
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CLOSED: American Chocolate Bar #4: [Sucre Chocolate]
It was the bright packaging with the tiny cellophane "window" that initially drew Time Cupsoul to Sucré chocolate bars. The window serves as a small preview of the bar's design and content, and really is quite seductive. So how could the choice be made between the equally intriguing combinations of Sicilian Pistachio and Rose Petal, Candied Coffee, or Salted Pretzel?
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‘Luck of the Irish’ – Bean and Goose Chocolate Bar
Bean and Goose Chocolate is a sister-owned craft chocolate operation in Wexford, Ireland. Heeding a barista's recommendation, the "Single Origin Irish Sea Salt and Cocoa Nibs, Cocoa 76%," was purchased. Would pure chocolatier craftmanship and a touch of Irish luck make this bar a winner?
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Traveling the Caribbean: Grenada Chocolate Company
The Grenada Chocolate Company is an award-winning bean-to-bar maker on the island. After a few short weeks, the "Organic Dark Chocolate Nib-A-Licious 60%" bar arrived at the Time Cupsoul doorstep, direct from the Caribbean Sea.
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Favorite American Chocolate Brands: Theo
The false traceability scandal at Mast Brothers Chocolate (summary here) recently turned a spotlight onto other United States chocolate makers. It is safe to say that Europe is cocoa’s “hub” in terms of (chocolate) bar-making history and manufacturer legacy. Yet, the USA has numerous large chocolate companies, and furthermore, birthed many specialty and smaller “craft” chocolate makers besides Mast Brothers within the past decade or two. Time Cupsoul sets out to explore the best of American chocolate in the coming weeks. One place to find unique chocolate bars…
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MONDAY MELT: INSPIRING CHOCOLATE POSTER
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MONDAY MELT: INSPIRING CHOCOLATE POSTER
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