Chocolate Destinations
Hershey, Pennsylvania
- The Hershey Chocolate World offers a free HERSHEY’S Chocolate Tour ride.
Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
- Famous for homemade chocolates.
Switzerland
- Home to iconic chocolate brands like Lindt and Toblerone.
France
- Paris is renowned for its artisanal chocolates and pastries.
St. Lucia
- Offers chocolate-focused resorts for enthusiasts.
Brussels, Belgium
- Known for creative chocolates and chocolate shops.
Chocolate Facts
- Cocoa beans are the primary ingredient in chocolate production.
- The sweetness of chocolate varies based on cocoa percentage.
- Belgium and Germany are famous for chocolates with various flavors.
- European chocolate is typically smoother due to more butter and cream content.
Global Chocolate Industry
- Ghana is the second-largest supplier of cocoa globally.
- Chocolate exports from Britain were worth £755.6 million in 2021.
Health and Chocolate
- Studies suggest moderate chocolate consumption may benefit heart health.
Historic & Contemporary Chocolate
- Chocolate originated over 4,000 years ago with the Olmec people.
- Switzerland has the highest per capita chocolate consumption.
- Florence hosts a handmade chocolate fair in February.
- Hershey, Pennsylvania, has themed chocolate attractions.
- Madrid’s Chocolateria San Gines serves fried dough in bittersweet chocolate.
Italian Chocolate Industry
- Amedei, Venchi, Perugina Sutti, and Ferrero Rocher are top Italian chocolate companies.