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Discovered growing wild in a remote Belizean rainforest, this chocolate bar features the rarest cacao on Earth. 100% genetically pure Criollo, long thought lost to history. Thriving untamed in one of the world’s most pristine ecosystems, these ancient trees are direct descendants of cacao once revered by indigenous civilizations. Believed to be hybridized out of existence, this rediscovered cacao offers an unmatched, heirloom flavor. Crafted in partnership with Chocolate Naive and BFREE (Belize Foundation for Research & Environmental Education), this bar is more than chocolate; it's an archeological and ecological marvel. 100% Criollo. 100% Donated. Through Caputo's Preservation Project, all revenue from Caputo's Wild Criollo Chocolate Bar is donated to support BFREE’s mission to preserve the environment and cultural heritage of Belize. Get an exclusive first look at Caputo’s newest Wild Chocolate bar! Join us for a special evening as we unveil Caputo’s newest Wild bar, along with its two predecessors, Wild Juruá and Wild Tranquilidad. This one time only virtual event will bring the global chocolate community together from all corners of the earth. Learn the fascinating origin story of Wild Cacao, meet the protectors of the cacao trees, and discover the alchemists transforming wild beans into even wilder bars. |
HCP Panel DiscussionUncover the future of fine cacao.
Join us at the DC Chocolate Festival as our panelists share insights on research, explore the HCP’s training programs for sustainable farming practices, and the impact of fine-flavor designation on the entire cacao value chain. Panelists:
Saturday, April 26
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A masterclass led by Master Chocolatier Richard Tango-Lowy of Dancing Lion Chocolate on how he uses Heirloom Chocolate to increase profit margins and give back to the chocolate community.
Rich is the current President of HCP and sources from multiple Heirloom designees. Over the years, he has proven to communicate in a powerful and compelling way the importance of sourcing and consuming fine flavor Heirloom varieties to his customer base and has established an effective strategy for increasing profit margin by using Heirloom varieties. He has introduced multiple strategies for donating to HCP that effortlessly work within his business structure. In fact, they enhance his work. So, please join us! Learn more and help chocolate save the world. The event recording is available on the FCIA website for members. |