Chocolate and the importance of good sourcing
I love the versatility of cacao. It can be used in sweet and savoury dishes, and comes in many different forms. It’s a staple for many cultures around the world and is loved, craved for and even worshipped by many. In Mayan times it was valued as a form of currency, and was used in […]
Roasted Nut Slab
Gotta love a roasted NUT with chocolate! 😁⭐️😁 I crave different recipes through the week, and often I make a simple slab that’s chunky and crunchy and oh so chocolateyyyy. Here is the recipe 🌟 – 2 Cups of almonds – 1/2 cup of sunflower seeds…..slowly toasted and roasted with some extra pink salt. – […]
Autumn is upon us
Autumn is upon us!! There are always various chocolates in our house at any given week, last night I was feeling the chills of the Autumn season approaching, with cooler nights and cloudy days. Therefore some warming nuts, dark chocolate and oils to compliment the change of seasons was in demand! So I made a […]
Cacao Addict – The way chocolate should be!
Inspiration behind “Cacao Addict” The concept, the book and the vision! I believe that food is medicine, and the healing power of food interests me immensely. Cacao was once revered as a currency in Mayan times and cacao offers a multitude of potent health benefits, which is why it is the star ingredient throughout “Cacao […]
Cacao Elixir
Cacao Elixir – By John Croft – “Cacao Addict” When I have a mindfulness or meditation group to facilitate, I find this tonic really assists in opening the heart and stilling the mind. Cacao has been used in ceremonies for centuries as a tonic to bring the mind, body and spirit back into balance. With […]
Immunity Raw Chocolate Delight
Immunity Raw Chocolate Having these chocolates on hand as a healthy snack is not only tasty but gives you immune support, through powerful ingredients like – cacao, coconut oil, superfoods…namely Medicinal Mushrooms (adaptogens), and of course the incredible On Guard blend! Here is the recipe! Melt cacao butter and coconut oil first on low heat […]