Most people know chocolate as a sweet treat. New book The World of Chocolate reveals it as one of the world’s most complex foods, taking readers behind every step of chocolate’s journey, from cacao tree to chocolate bar.
In THE WORLD OF CHOCOLATE (Artisan Hachette; October 6, 2026) Giselle Weybrecht takes readers on a global journey behind one of the world’s most beloved foods, revealing the remarkable story behind every bite of chocolate. From cacao farms and chocolate factories to chocolate shops and home kitchens, readers discover how chocolate is grown, crafted, enjoyed, and celebrated around the world. Filled with stunning photographs, illustrations, and practical tips, this essential guide equips chocolate lovers with everything they need to buy, taste, pair, and bake with chocolate confidently.
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Readers will discover:
- Step by step exploration of how cacao is grown and how chocolate is made.
- A country by country guide of where cacao grows.
- Why flavour matters, what influences it, and how to taste and talk about chocolate with confidence.
- How to buy chocolate, including understanding styles, reading labels, storing correctly, and choosing well.
- How to pair chocolate with a wide range of drinks and foods, both sweet and savoury.
- Explore chocolate culture around the world including how it is enjoyed and served.
- Hundreds of spotlights on cacao producers, makers, chocolatiers, and destinations for chocolate lovers.
Packed with practical tools, tasting techniques, and ideas for exploration, The World of Chocolate helps readers deepen their appreciation of one of the world’s most fascinating foods. Whether organising a chocolate tasting with friends, discovering new flavours, or baking the ultimate brownie, readers will come away with a richer understanding of chocolate—and will never look at a chocolate bar in quite the same way again.
