While Vietnam isn't currently world-renowned for its cacao— though it's getting there— the country's locally-made chocolate has been growing in popularity over the last decade. Despite not being on anyone's radar 10 years ago, Vietnam is now one of …
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13 Unique Vietnamese Desserts to Try in Vietnam
Vietnam does not make people think of sweets, by any means. In fact, you'll notice a lot of the same players in the Vietnam dessert scene: coconut, rice, bananas, and fruit jellies. This has much to do with what foods are able to grow in Vietnam, …
Jeju Chocolate Guide: Korea’s Most Famous Chocolates
To those looking for the best chocolate in South Korea, well, quite frankly I'd send you elsewhere. Seoul's chocolate scene is much more developed than that of Jeju, while Busan chocolate is about on this same level. But for those of you specifically …
41 of the Best Chocolate Shops in Taiwan
"You come all this way just to see my farm, and I must show you it."When the owner & operator of TL Chocolates & Cacao Farm said this to us, we paused for a moment and reflected on how weird the situation might seem to him. These two …
What Is Ruby Chocolate? How It’s Made, Ruby Cocoa, & FAQ.
Ever since the controversial new ruby chocolate was revealed at a Shanghai trade show in September 2017, the ever-wandering eye of the public has been curious about pink chocolate. China's not exactly a hub for chocolate making (yet). But one of the …
Taiwanese Cacao & Chocolate Culture
Many people confuse the countries of Taiwan and China. Citizens of both places speak mostly Mandarin, and many share Chinese ancestry. But indigenous culture on Taiwan is not to be overlooked, accessible in the country's most prominent landmarks, …
Taiwan Itinerary: 7 Days Outside Taipei
Spending 7 days in Taiwan is perfect for seeing the country's varied landscapes, sampling local dishes, and getting a handle on the island's complex history. While most people start & end their visit in Taipei, I'd actually recommend getting off …
Where To Stay In Busan + Itinerary From A Local
For Koreans, Busan is a popular weekend getaway, especially from Seoul. It's got the beach & ocean vistas, abundant seafood, and the most famous living village in Korea: Gamcheon Culture Village. If you hate flying, you can take a bus or a train …
Cacao vs. Cocoa: How They’re Different
How are "cacao" and "cocoa" different?As a chocolate writer, I get this question all the time, and the answer is quite simple: cacao and cocoa are the same word in different languages. It's a bit of a debate in the craft chocolate industry as to …
Interview: Emily Paek, Founder of Public Chocolatory
"I think even if the [cacao] beans are all the same, but the makers are different, the outcome is very different."-Emily Paek, Founder of Public ChocolatoryEmily Paek was one of the first craft chocolate makers in Korea, and quite frankly, it's …
