Easter is soon approaching, and with it come to the signs of Spring. The first buds appear on the trees and the days get longer. After a very, very long winter, it feels hopeful to see these new beginnings come to life. Easter actually contains many different symbols. There are the Christian-related symbols related to Jesus dying on the … Read More
Is Soy Lecithin In Chocolate Bad For You?
Pure, high-quality chocolate is something to behold, to enjoy, and to savour. It makes the perfect gift and is great comfort food on good days and bad. Something so versatile and delicious has to be good for you, right? At its essence, chocolate (in moderate doses) is not bad for you at all. It can even be argued that … Read More
Dark Chocolate vs White Chocolate: Scientific Difference
Chocolate has become such a universal treat that it’s hard to imagine what the world would be like without it. Chocolate flavors everything from drinks to desserts to even hummus these days! It is an essential component of some of the world’s biggest holiday celebrations like Valentine’s Day and Easter, and it is a common pick me up when you … Read More
An honest look at Chocolate and Caffeine
Obviously here at LoveChocolateLife, we love chocolate. Like, a lot. One of the best things about chocolate is that there is something for everyone. Whether you like dark and bitter or milk and sweet, or spicy, crunchy or smooth… there is a type of chocolate to match your mood. One thing we know is that chocolate is often used as a … Read More
Belgian Chocolate History: Culture and Heritage
Belgian Chocolate is truly something special — the combination of history, culture, technique and taste. It is often called the best chocolate in the world, and for good reason. Belgian Chocolate has a rich history, requires a very specific process and uses very particular ingredients in order to create the decadent treat that it is. So, what’s the story behind … Read More
Short History of Chocolate in the World
From the Origins of Chocolate in South America to its spread to Europe and beyond, and the inevitable rise of Chocolatiers and their ensuing competition for the right to be labelled the best chocolate maker in the world. Courtesy of: Totally Chocolate
Recipes – Peanut Butter Lava Protein Brownie
Recipe By: Kristine Fretwell @ BusyButHealthy.com Looking for Quick & Healthy Recipes? Visit Busy But Healthy Today Finding ways to eat healthy doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice all the foods you like, least of all chocolate! There are plenty of healthy options out there for chocolate lovers to get the great tasting food you love without sacrificing great taste. … Read More
This is Your Brain on Chocolate
Spend enough time on the internet, or watching daytime TV, or even the local news, and you’ll probably end up hearing about the latest scientific study telling you your favourite guilty pleasure food is actually good for you. A month later, you may find out about another study telling you that same food is really, really bad for you. The … Read More
Why Belgian Chocolate Is So Good
As far as the world’s best chocolate goes, there is one country that has managed to stay at the forefront when it comes to chocolate quality and innovation. Belgium has long been able to claim the title of the producers of the world’s best chocolate, and not without good reason. From the early days of colonial trade, Belgians have had … Read More