That\u2019s right, World Chocolate Day, celebrated annually July7, is a time for chocolate lovers the world over to rejoice. It would have been the day that chocolate was supposedly first introduced to Europe in 1550. Today, everyone around the world celebrates this tasty treat in a variety of fun and unique ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chocolate has a long history. The civilizations of old like the Maya and Aztecs considered it a sacred drink. By the time it made its way to Europe, it had become a luxury good. Over time, chocolate spread everywhere. Today it is one of the most loved treats worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
World Chocolate Day is an opportunity to celebrate chocolate and how it goes from bean to bar. It\u2019s also an opportunity to consider sustainable farming and fair trade, two things that help cocoa farmers to prosper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Need ideas? Here are some simple ways to make this day just a little bit more sweet:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sample a new chocolate \u2014 dark, milk, white, ruby or spicy. Explore something different!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bake at home \u2014 brownies, cookies, a cake, hot chocolate. Get the whole family involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Try a tasting party \u2014 invite friends to taste-test a diverse array of chocolates from around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Viu a un chocolatier \u2013 andate su mondo e vedete come si fa il cioccolato.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gift chocolate \u2014 give someone special your bar of choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As you savor your treat, you might want to pick Fair Trade chocolate. This is responsible to pay the farmers fair wage and practice sustainability. It\u2019s a little thing, but with a significant impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Over 4.5 million tons of cocoa beans are harvested per year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The record weight for the world\u2019s largest chocolate bar is over 12,000 pounds!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are also some antioxidants in chocolate that could be good for your health (in moderation)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Keep chocolate somewhere cool and dry (not in the fridge, if you can help it).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To enjoy the taste, fracture the chocolate into small bites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Match with coffee or tea and even cheese for a gourmet treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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