All chefs know that preparing the perfect chocolate mousse is one part science and one part art. ESA's microgravity research is helping the food industry understand the science behind the foams found in many types of food and drink such as meringues and coffee. Read more
Encounter one-of-a-kind chocolate inspired creations in The Field Museum's exhibition Chocolate Around the World. Free with purchase of Chocolate Around the World ticket. Read more
Candy bars, milk shakes, cookies, flavoured coffee - even cereal and medicine. Chocolate is a key ingredient in many foods. In fact, it ranks as the favourite flavour of most Americans. And yet, few of us know the unique origins of this popular treat. The story of chocolate spans more than 2,000 years and now circles the globe. The tale began in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America where cacao (kah KOW) first grew. Chocolate is made from the seeds of the cacao tree. But the journey from seed to sweet is a long one, spanning many centuries and requiring many processes. Read more