Chocolate: The Sweet History

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Author: Beth Kimmerle

Number of Pages: 176

From the author of Candy: The Sweet History comes the sweet-tooth satisfying sequel, Chocolate: The Sweet History. Beautifully presented with photographs, vintage packaging, and candy graphics, Chocolate is a lavishly illustrated celebration of our favourite indulgence. Once traded as currency and now consumed by the ton, chocolate evokes alternate thoughts of decadence and tuck shop, sophistication and simplicity. The sweet treat enjoys an unparalleled rich and complex history. Delve into the detailed stories of well-loved chocolate companies as Beth Kimmerle profiles top chocolate makers and discovers some new chocolatiers that are creating a stir in the industry. Learn the history, discover the European roots, and read the fabled stories behind this obsession. Whether you prefer dark or white, truffles or cupcakes, all chocolate enthusiasts will delight in this delicious diary of all things chocolate.