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Chocoholics beware; All About Chocolate will likely make you drool all over the pages until you can get your next fix of cocoa heaven. This is a mini-encyclopedia of chocolate history, terminology, trivia, and, of course, rich, chocolatey recipes. Initially taking the form of a dictionary, the book contains A-to-Z listings of chocolate expressions and general chocolate lore. Did you know, for example, that nacional is a variety of the forastero cacao bean found in Ecuador? When cultivated, it produces a wonderfully delicate type of cocoa. The book traces chocolate history right back to the 7th century, when the Maya migrated to the Yucatan peninsula in Mexico and established the first cacao plantations. We are then whisked through several centuries of chocolate evolution right up to modern times, when chocolate is undoubtedly one of the Western world's most craved treats. Happily for us, chocolate may even have some proven health benefits! Yes, really! That feeling of well-being when nibbling on a succulent piece of chocolate is more than mental. Endorphins contained within chocolate transmit feelings of euphoria to the brain--making everything seem good with the world. Plus, cocoa butter contains no cholesterol, so although chocolate isn't exactly slimming, it at least contains the right kind of fat! Enlightening us about chocolate festivals, chocolate factories, chocolate schools, chocolate organizations, and with recipes for Hot Fudge Sauce, Chocolate Pound Cake, French Chocolate Macaroons, and many more, All About Chocolate is a sweet delight. --Naomi Gesinger
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"It's not that chocolates are a substitute for love. Love is a substitute for chocolate. Chocolate is, let's face it, far more reliable than a man." —Miranda Ingram "I have met with few things more remarkable than the Chocolate which is the finest I ever saw." —John Adams, traveling in Spain in 1799 Hailed as "the food of the gods," exchanged in ancient marriage ceremonies, and proclaimed an aphrodisiac, chocolate has been loved around the world since its cultivation by the ancient peoples of Mexico as early as the seventh century. Here is the essential volume, including facts, fictions, festivals, recipes, and resources on the treat that drives many to obsession. All About Chocolate is the ultimate compendium of information to indulge the cravings of true fanatics.
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Chocoholics beware; All About Chocolate will likely make you drool all over the pages until you can get your next fix of cocoa heaven. This is a mini-encyclopedia of chocolate history, terminology, trivia, and, of course, rich, chocolatey recipes. Initially taking the form of a dictionary, the book contains A-to-Z listings of chocolate expressions and general chocolate lore. Did you know, for example, that nacional is a variety of the forastero cacao bean found in Ecuador? When cultivated, it produces a wonderfully delicate type of cocoa. The book traces chocolate history right back to the 7th century, when the Maya migrated to the Yucatan peninsula in Mexico and established the first cacao plantations. We are then whisked through several centuries of chocolate evolution right up to modern times, when chocolate is undoubtedly one of the Western world's most craved treats. Happily for us, chocolate may even have some proven health benefits! Yes, really! That feeling of well-being when nibbling on a succulent piece of chocolate is more than mental. Endorphins contained within chocolate transmit feelings of euphoria to the brain--making everything seem good with the world. Plus, cocoa butter contains no cholesterol, so although chocolate isn't exactly slimming, it at least contains the right kind of fat! Enlightening us about chocolate festivals, chocolate factories, chocolate schools, chocolate organizations, and with recipes for Hot Fudge Sauce, Chocolate Pound Cake, French Chocolate Macaroons, and many more, All About Chocolate is a sweet delight. --Naomi Gesinger
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"It's not that chocolates are a substitute for love. Love is a substitute for chocolate. Chocolate is, let's face it, far more reliable than a man." —Miranda Ingram "I have met with few things more remarkable than the Chocolate which is the finest I ever saw." —John Adams, traveling in Spain in 1799 Hailed as "the food of the gods," exchanged in ancient marriage ceremonies, and proclaimed an aphrodisiac, chocolate has been loved around the world since its cultivation by the ancient peoples of Mexico as early as the seventh century. Here is the essential volume, including facts, fictions, festivals, recipes, and resources on the treat that drives many to obsession. All About Chocolate is the ultimate compendium of information to indulge the cravings of true fanatics.
- In the seventeenth century, not long after the bishop of Chiapas warned that anyone drinking chocolate during the service would be excommunicated, he died from drinking a cup of poisoned chocolate.
- Americans eat more chocolate now than ever before—an average of 11 pounds per person every year!
- The Aztec ruler Montezuma drank 50 cups of chocolate from golden goblets before visiting his harem.
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- Chocolate Lover's Cookbook for Dummies by Carole, CCP Bloom in Front Matter (1), Front Matter (2), and Back Cover
- Cookies for Dummies by Carole, CCP Bloom in Front Matter
- Swell: A Girl's Guide to the Good Life by Cynthia Rowley in Back Matter
- One Smart Cookie: All Your Favorite Cookies, Squares, Brownies and Biscotti ... With Less Fat! by Julie Van Rosendaal in Back Matter
- A Passion for Desserts by Emily Luchetti in Back Matter