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For centuries, chocolate has been a beloved treat enjoyed by people all over the world. Its rich and indulgent flavour has made it a symbol of comfort and celebration. Due to a recent Consumer … read more

Fact sheet – cocoa and chocolateChocolate comes from the fruit of the cocoa tree - not Belgium The Chocolate LifecycleA highly productive Charley’s cocoa tree and the components of chocolate - c … read more

A primer in design or a comedy in many parts.Art is integral to the global chocolate industry. Art is part of the mystique of luxury goods; chocolate as art. After 6 years of the Charley’s ‘rustic’ pa … read more

Is chocolate Gluten-Free and Vegan?Many of us follow a gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan diet; for health or lifestyle reasons. It can be challenging to determine which foods can be safely ea … read more

Why is my chocolate fermented?Cocoa is fermented; along with rice, wine, beer, coffee, some tea and other foods.Does this mean chocolate is alcoholic? - Well NO What is fermentation of cocoa?It’s the … read more