Xococo

04/01/2026

Attending a talk by Mikkel Friis Holm, who founded one of the first independent chocolate makers.

10/16/2021

During this Nobel season remember that a higher chocolate consumption means more Nobel Laureate Awards 🤓😉

08/05/2021

01/03/2021

This year, just as every other year (maybe even more), I wish you all so much love and happiness 🙏

12/18/2020

The Academy of Chocolate has announced the results of its annual competition – they awarded a record number of gold accreditations to chocolate makers from across the globe. Congratulations to all the winners, and to all the chocolatiers who put themselves out there.

And of course a shout out to
Chocolatier Grace of GRACE
Chocolatier Amy Jo from Chocolatier, and Chocolatier Syovata

You can read more here...

The Academy of Chocolate has today announced the final results of its annual competition – awarding a record number of gold accreditations to chocolate makers from across the globe.

12/07/2020

Support your local, small businesses. It’s a family’s livelihood.

06/18/2020

I can’t even begin to convey just how absolutely amazed I am, for all that Valrhona does: They have really taken a stance and shown up, both with Covid-19 and now with the racial injustices that have come to light. Thank you so much Valrhona! Your ethics are a bright shining light! 🙏

05/05/2020

4 years ago, I was newly returned from a Chocolate Bonbons class with Valrhona, at their world famous L’Ecole du grand Chocolat in Tain L’Hermitage, nestled on the banks of the Rhône River. A place I had dreamed of going, but I never thought I’d actually get there. And yet, there I was, in their kitchen. Completely in awe.

We were trained by Pastry Chef Christine Domange, who has been with Valrhona for a great many years. He is an incredible teacher, with amazing overview of what and how everyone is doing, he is kind and has a wealth of knowledge, -and he’s patient. Very patient.

I met some fantastic people, some of who I’m honored to call friends. Many have gone on to do remarkable accomplishments, some I have shared here on XOCOCO’s page.

04/29/2020

Good luck!

GIVEAWAY CLOSED

We all know chocolate is the way to make your mom feel truly loved this Mother's Day. chocolatier, Cacao & Cardamom in Houston has created a special Mother's Day Jewel Botanical 36-piece Bonbon Box just for the occasion, with flavors like Genmaicha Crunch, Raspberry Match, Saffron Passion, and Tumeric Ginger. Follow the steps below for a chance to win a box, valued at $78, for the most important woman in your life (or keep it for yourself – we won't tell)!

1. Make sure you follow Cacao & Cardamom Chocolatier and Cardamom and Valrhona.
2. Like this post.
3. Mention a friend in the comments, and tell us why your mom or mother figure deserves to treat herself this year!

The winner will be selected at random Friday, May 1 at 5:00 p.m. Winnings can be shipped in the US only.

04/09/2020

Support your local small businesses ♥️

03/23/2020

VALRHONA is hosting a give away for home bakers.

Good luck! 🍀

🍫GIVEAWAY CLOSED🍫

Congratulations to the winner, Annemarie Calkins!

We know being stuck at home is not always fun, so here's something to help you make this tough time a little bit sweeter. Enter for a chance to stock your pantry with all the chocolate supplies you need to bake your heart out, worth more than $100!

To enter, tag a fellow baking lover and tell us what recipe you can't wait to try in the comments!

One winner will be selected at random on Wednesday, March 25 at 5:00 p.m. EST. Stay tuned for more giveaways like this one! ❤️

03/21/2020

Using the quarantine time to try new chocolate from Fazer, I grabbed on my latest shopping trip.

It is a very nice blend of very dark chocolate, dried raspberry pearls and licorice.

Husband was surprised that he liked it, probably because of the licorice.
I was surprised I liked it, because Fazer is a mass produced product.

And such a pretty bar!