Rövid leírás:
„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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Hosszú leírás:
„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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Tartalomjegyzék:
Introduction.
PART I: Knowing All about Chocolate.
Chocolate Lexicon.
Chronology of Chocolate History.
From the Bean to the Bar.
Making Chocolate and Cocoa.
Tasting Chocolate.
Chocolate Tips.
Chocolate and Health.
Chocolate Lore.
Cocoa Futures.
PART II: All about Where to Find Chocolate.
Chocolate Festivals, Events, and Trade Shows.
Chocolate Museums, Attractions, Theme Parks, and Factory Tours.
Chocolate Competitions.
Clubs, Associations, and Professional Organizations.
Chocolate Schools.
Chocolate on the World Wide Web.
Where to Find the Best Chocolate in the World.
Chocolate Manufacturers.
Wholesale Candy and Confectionery Manufacturers.
Sources for Chocolate.
Sources for Chocolate Equipment, Tools, and Utensils.
Appendix.
International Cocoa Cooperations Organizations.
Caloric Content Per Ounce of Various Types of Chocolate.
Publications.
Chocolate in Literature.
Chocolate Movies and Videos.
Chocolate in Visual Art.
Bibliography.
Index.
