Tempered by Meagan Larmant
A deliciously nerdy chocolate newsletter—because your inbox deserves something shinier (and snappier) than spam.
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This chocolate went to space. Another saved a town.It’s just chocolate... or is it?Cacao, Cold War, and Glory: The Chocolate Story You Didn’t KnowBehind every bar is a story. Some of them are wild.
For centuries, chocolate and cacao have been inseparable. But what if you could enjoy the taste, texture, and snap of real chocolate—without using a single cocoa bean?
Chocolate isn’t just delicious—it’s scientifically proven brain fuel.
For years, fine chocolate meant Swiss, Belgian, or French—but Canada is quietly changing the game.
Cacao Has a Secret Family—And They Might Just Save Chocolate
Forget expensive machines—this budget-friendly tool is the secret weapon for silky, glossy chocolate every time.
Tempering chocolate is like managing a diva—give it structure, patience, and a little tough love, or it’ll throw a tantrum.