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Chocolate

Chocolate is a food like no other. Whether you prefer dark chocolate to white or chocolate bars to chocolate mousse, there’s no shortage of indulgence that can be derived from the cacao plant. This Chocolate Web Guide helps you find recipes for chocolate chip cookies, chocolate milk, chocolate ganache and chocolate fondue. Also use the guide to make your own chocolate, send a sweet gift or read reviews on the finest chocolates worth tasting.

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Chocolate History

Chocolate has been enjoyed for the last 2,000 years, since its discovery by the Maya and Aztec... read more»

Making Chocolate

Chocolate, unlike some other life essentials, does grow on trees. But the process of... read more»

Buy Chocolate Online

Thanks to the Internet, you can get the finest chocolate from all over the world delivered directly... read more»

Tasting Chocolate

There are lots of ways to appreciate chocolate. Whether you enjoy scarfing down M&Ms at the movies or want to host a tasting for your stash of Swiss truffles, there are a variety of techniques to help you savor your next bite.

Dulcinea's Insight

  • If you have a gourmet retailer near you, visit the store to see if they offer chocolate tastings: the more chocolate you try, the better you’ll be at detecting the subtleties of its flavors.  
  • If you’re interested in other specialty foods and beverages, visit findingDulcinea’s Web Guides to Wine, Beer, Liquor and Cocktails, and Cheese.

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The Chocolate Fetish is a chocolate retailer with a thorough guide to enjoying chocolate. This narrative piece walks you through the process of taking a bite. Learn how to evaluate a piece from start to finish, by carefully observing the chocolate and how it breaks, smelling its aromas and paying attention to its texture and aftertaste once you’ve taken a bite. 
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The Nibble provides a thorough discussion on chocolate tasting in two parts. Part I of the series suggests chocolates for a tasting. Take a look at the chart of some basic varieties of chocolate, as well as recommended types within each category. After you’ve selected a chocolate to taste, visit Part II for an outline of how to taste it properly.
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Chocolate Note is a chocoholic’s blog. Don’t miss the useful tasting chart, created by the Guittard Chocolate Company, to learn the various chocolate flavor notes and their nuances.
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Chocolate Recipes

While tasting chocolate in its purest form can be a delight, a lot of pleasure can also be derived... read more»

Chocolate Blogs

Blogs are a great place to go for more information on chocolate: you can discover and learn about... read more»

Chocolate and Health

It has long been believed that chocolate has health benefits, and recent medical research appears... read more»

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