Menakao, deeply rooted in local production, operates from its chocolate factory in Ambohidratrimo, near Antananarivo, Madagascar. This factory is distinctive for transforming Grand Cru beans, exclusively sourced from Madagascar, into 100% Malagasy chocolate bars. Fine Malagasy Cocoa: Madagascar chocolate is renowned for its unique floral notes, a touch of acidity, and a slightly astringent finish, making it an exceptional cocoa recognized globally. Since 2016, it has been labeled as "Fine Cocoa" by the International Cocoa Organization (ICCO), ranking it among the world's best. Ethically Committed Brand: Menakao's approach of processing cocoa beans locally into chocolate helps shorten the intermediary chain, contributing to Madagascar's economic development. This initiative ensures that the country not only produces cocoa beans but also benefits from the value-added processing industry, leading to more equitable income distribution. Quality and Traceability: Working closely with five plantations, Menakao ensures the quality and traceability of each cocoa batch received and processed. Regular visits to their partners allow them to monitor the quality of the beans throughout every stage, from harvesting to sorting, and even the cleanliness of the trucks transporting them. This commitment to quality extends to the choice of ingredients used in their chocolate recipes, ensuring a premium product in every bar. Bars with the Faces of Madagascar: At the heart of Menakao chocolates, there are women and men! We therefore wanted to illustrate our shelves by putting forward the faces of the different ethnic groups that represent the Malagasy people, who are very little known. The Tanala, the Betsimisaraka, the Mahafaly, the Antanosy, the Bara or the Merina, all represented in their headdresses and traditional clothes. A tribute and a desire to discover a country with multiple cultures that make the richness of Madagascar. Also a wink from the founder of Menakao, who wanted to recall four generations later the first commercial activities of the family: arriving at the beginning of the 19th century, it began in the sale of postcards. These magnificent portraits visible on our cases, painted by the late artist A. RAMIANDRASOA, illustrated postcards of the period.
Les merDirections Place one scoop of Brew Clean (4g) per 1L (35 oz.) in the brew basket. Ensure the coffee server is under the brew basket. Activate the brewing cycle allowing the cleaning solution to flow into the server. When the brew cycle is finished, rinse the brew basket in fresh water. Leave the solution in the server to stand for a minimum of 15 minutes then drain. Thoroughly rinse the server with fresh water.
Les merThe cocoa beans for this dark chocolate bar originate from the Mekong-Delta in the south of Vietnam. The bar is special in more than one way. Its taste is special: spicy, with a sharpness to it reminiscent of Asian food. But additionally, the beans are grown by several farmers and brought to a processing station for fermentation and drying. The processing plant is inside a school for children with special needs. The company Vietcacao processes the cocoa beans and at the same time guides the children towards meaningful work. Very special, indeed! The relationship between Morin and Vietcacao is strong, and developed through Erithaj, a brand based on Vietnamese cocoa which is produced in the Morin factory. The Erithaj brand owners were involved in the founding of Vietcacao. Clearchox sold Erithaj for a while, but notwithstanding the excellent quality it was hardly bought.
Les merSvenska Kakao, founded by Ulrika and Fredrik Bergenkrans in 2013, stands as a pioneer in the Nordic bean-to-bar chocolate scene. Their journey began when they discovered an old school building in Skåne-Tranås during a holiday in Österlen and transformed it into a chocolate factory. Unlike many manufacturers, Svenska Kakao creates chocolate from scratch, right from the cocoa beans, a rarity in the Nordics. The uniqueness of Svenska Kakao's chocolate comes from Ulrika and Fredrik's hands-on approach in selecting the finest cocoa beans worldwide. They focus on quality, sustainability, transparency, fair pricing, and exceptional taste. Crafted by a small team of skilled chocolatiers in their Österlen factory, their chocolates have garnered international acclaim, winning several prizes and being featured in star restaurants and prestigious department stores like Isetan in Tokyo, Lafayette in Paris, and KaDeWe in Berlin. Today, Svenska Kakao's chocolates are available in 15 countries and various retailers across Sweden.
Les merPralus, founded by François Pralus, is a brand born from a dream to own a cocoa plantation. After two years of searching, François found his ideal spot in 2003 on Nosy-Be, an island off the northwest coast of Madagascar, known as the Island of Perfumes. Surrounded by the scents of ylang-ylang, vetivers, peppers, and vanilla, he began his tree-to-bar journey. Set amidst the rolling hills of Nosy-Be, beyond the rice fields and between fragrant vetiver trees, frangipani, and raphias, lies the fertile land where François Pralus' cocoa trees thrive. The plantation, cultivated from scratch on a hillside, started with a nursery nurturing over 25,000 cocoa plants. Here, a variety of criollo beans, typical to the Malagasy land and known for the prized white bean, were chosen for their finesse. These seedlings, once matured, were planted in a preserved primary forest, under the canopy of large trees, allowing them to flourish for at least five years before bearing their first cocoa pods. Pralus' journey from a passionate dream to crafting exquisite tree-to-bar chocolate encapsulates a deep commitment to quality and the art of chocolate making.
Les merThe botanical name of the goldenberry is physalis peruviana. The second word already indicates that it comes from Peru and the surrounding area. So also from Ecuador. It is better known as the Cape Gooseberry. The cape in the name has nothing to do with the cape in South Africa, but with a cloak, the cape.
Les merEach Flair Signature is: 100% Human Powered, Manual Espresso Press Environmentally Friendly – no pods & no plugs Easy to Clean – features the market’s only detachable brewing head Completely Portable – breaks down into handy carrying case (included) Comes standard with our Bottomless 2-in-1 Portafilter Backed by a limited 5-year warranty on the press stand and brew cylinder Signature Styling Weight: 3.18kg Dimensions: 35.6x25.4x10.2 cm Brew Head: Standard Brew Head Reservoir Capacity: 60ml Portafilter Diameter: 40mm Max Output: 40ml Dose: 12-18g https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_WYLOCS1Mw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7arLkEmo3c
Les merOrigines Chocolate Makers specializes in small-scale, artisanal chocolate production, focusing on detailed roasting and taste-testing to perfect their products. They are committed to social and environmental responsibility, supporting sustainable cocoa projects in Colombia, Peru, and Liberia, and carefully choosing suppliers to minimize impact. The company collaborates with local producers for ingredients and creatively uses cocoa bean husks in herbal teas and soaps. They continually work on packaging recyclability and sourcing from ethical suppliers. Origines' “Bean to Bar” approach is about indulgence accessible to all chocolate lovers, emphasizing quality and sustainability.
Les merFounded in 2019 by Jacob, Mellōw chocolate is a Copenhagen-based chocolate brand rooted in ethical and sustainable practices. Born from a suitcase of cocoa beans from Panama, Mellōw has evolved from initial experiments in Jacob's kitchen to a dedicated production facility. Their chocolate, made in small batches, prioritizes human rights, biodiversity, and sustainable cocoa farming. Mellōw chocolate is committed to slave-free and child labor-free chocolate, supporting cocoa agroforestry to combat deforestation. They blend science and art to craft chocolates that retain the natural benefits of cocoa beans, using natural and unrefined ingredients to preserve antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Jacob's vision for Mellōwis simple yet profound: to produce the finest quality chocolate with just two ingredients - ethically sourced cocoa beans and unrefined sugar. Mellōw's approach encompasses sustainable practices, ethical partnerships with farmers, organic ingredients, and plastic-free packaging. Focused on preserving the nutritional qualities of hand-picked cocoa beans, Mellōw chocolate develops its processes scientifically. They aim to inspire with well-designed products, collaborating with local creatives, all while striving to raise the bar in the chocolate industry.
Les merPralus, founded by François Pralus, is a brand born from a dream to own a cocoa plantation. After two years of searching, François found his ideal spot in 2003 on Nosy-Be, an island off the northwest coast of Madagascar, known as the Island of Perfumes. Surrounded by the scents of ylang-ylang, vetivers, peppers, and vanilla, he began his tree-to-bar journey. Set amidst the rolling hills of Nosy-Be, beyond the rice fields and between fragrant vetiver trees, frangipani, and raphias, lies the fertile land where François Pralus' cocoa trees thrive. The plantation, cultivated from scratch on a hillside, started with a nursery nurturing over 25,000 cocoa plants. Here, a variety of criollo beans, typical to the Malagasy land and known for the prized white bean, were chosen for their finesse. These seedlings, once matured, were planted in a preserved primary forest, under the canopy of large trees, allowing them to flourish for at least five years before bearing their first cocoa pods. Pralus' journey from a passionate dream to crafting exquisite tree-to-bar chocolate encapsulates a deep commitment to quality and the art of chocolate making.
Les merTO-THE-DEGREE TEMP. CONTROL By turning the knob, you select your desired temperature ranging from 135°F to 212°F, and Corvo EKG does the rest. No more guessing degrees. 1200W QUICK HEAT TIME No need to unload the dishwasher while you wait for your water to heat! 60 MINUTE HOLD MODE With the HOLD switch on, Corvo EKG will maintain your desired temperature in either Fahrenheit or Celsius for 60 minutes PID CONTROLLER Corvo EKG’s PID controller steadily maintains the perfect temperature as efficiently as possible. BREW STOPWATCH After your water is heated, Corvo EKG’s built-in Brew Stopwatch can time your brew for the perfect cup of coffee. FAHRENHEIT/CELSIUS OPTION Put the calculator away. No more converting to your preferred setting. Plug: Type-F (Scandinavia) Power: 1200W, 240V~, 50/60Hz, 9A Material: 304 stainless steel kettle body and lid, plastic base Temperature Range: 57-100 C Volume: 0.9L to max fill line Cord Length: 2.5 ft Weight: 1220 g (includes kettle base) Dimensions: 292mm x 171mm x 203mm Product Certifications: ETL compliance, FCC certified
Les merIt's all about the flavour! Ten years ago, Enver and Rodney started making chocolate. A lot has happened since then and our chocolate has become a household name for lovers of delicious and sustainable products. Since 2019 we have been producing solar-powered and emission-free in our factory in the Amsterdam Cocoa Harbour. Our factory is a lively place. Not only does it always smell like chocolate here, much more happens here. Once a year the sailing ship Tres Hombres brings our cocoa, twice a year hundreds of cyclists from Germany come to pick up our chocolate and there are constantly guided tours where we are happy to tell you more about our ideals and sustainable working methods.
Les merBertil Åkesson, a trailblazer in the bean-to-bar industry, has significantly impacted the world of artisan chocolate. With his roots in Madagascar, where he was raised by a Swedish diplomat father and a French mother, Bertil's journey began on the family's cocoa and spice plantations established in the 1970s. Today, he's renowned for directly supplying his single-estate beans to over 300 chocolatiers globally and for his own line of internationally acclaimed bars. His chocolate bars, crafted from beans grown on Åkesson's own Ambolikapiky plantation in Madagascar's renowned Sambirano valley, have garnered worldwide recognition and numerous awards. These accolades include consecutive Golds at the Great Taste awards, the Academy of Chocolate Awards, and the International Chocolate Awards. This specific single-origin bar, known for its vibrant and distinctive flavor, continues to win hearts and palates, cementing Bertil's status as a true connoisseur and pioneer in the chocolate world.
Les merThe drum of the Kaldi Wide 400 coffee roaster is designed to be efficiently move the heat around the beans. The 3mm thick stainless steel drum keeps the temperature stable, while the vortex type blades make sure the beans are evenly roasted. The roaster is lined with heat insulation to keep the temperature stable, make for an efficient roasting process and additionally reduce the noise of the roaster. A hopper kit is provided to easily load the machine with beans. For temperature control, choose between an analogue thermometer or a datalogger Center 306 digital thermometer.
Les merMaraná crafts premium, organic chocolate straight from the heart of Peru. Using the finest cocoa sourced from Piura, San Martin, and Cusco, founders Zulema and Giuseppe have transformed their passion for chocolate into a thriving business. Dedicated to ethical practices, they work closely with local farmers, enhancing their agricultural skills to ensure only the best cocoa beans are used. Each bar, wrapped in packaging that celebrates Peruvian heritage, represents their commitment to quality and respect for tradition. Since their debut in 2015, Maraná has earned accolades for their exceptional chocolate bars.
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