Money may not buy happiness or grow on trees but when it comes to chocolate, it seems you can have both. Chocolate really does grow on trees and the chemical feel-good factor comes from the world’s most…
Most of us enjoy chocolate this time of year, but how many of us appreciate its historical roots and significance?
Who doesn’t love a chocolate egg or two at Easter? Here’s why a little indulgence may not do much harm.
Eggs have long symbolised rebirth and renewal, making them perfect to commemorate the story of Jesus’ resurrection.
Advent calendars, chocolate Santa decorations … there are lots of tempting treats that could make your pooch very ill this Christmas.
DNA testing for cocoa beans could fight slavery and child labour.
Conflicts, energy shocks, climate change and El Niño are combining to squeeze food prices upwards. Five familiar foods illustrate what’s going on.
Cocoa may not be the panacea it was once believed to be, but it’s more than just a guilty pleasure.
Some old favourites are shrinking or changing shape and introducing new ingredients.
Don’t believe all the healthy hype.
