Theobroma cacao: An Illustrated Guide to All Things Chocolate

Ever wonder the difference between “cacao” and “cocoa”? Or how cacao has been used historically? Perhaps you want to know who invented milk chocolate? Theobroma Cacao: An Illustrated Guide to All Things Chocolate answers all these questions as well as “What is Theobroma cacao?” while covering the milestones in the history of cacao and chocolate and examining the current state of cacao production. It includes fun facts and explores the uses of cacao and chocolate as beverage, food, medicine, and personal care product. Chapter III includes a description of a chocolate tasting and how to host one with a brief tasting journal. Chapter IV consists of a dozen allergy friendly and Specific Carbohydrate Diet recipes. And for those looking for an education text on all things chocolate, quizzes and an answer key have been included.This updated (2nd) edition now includes:5 additional recipes: Hot White Cacao, Cacao Milkshake, Cacao Coconut Butter Bars, White SunFun Butter Fudge & SunFun Butter FudgeNew confection history sections on Cupcakes, Peppermint Patties, & S'MoresA chart of Chocolate Related Days Read more