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Get ready to indulge in your sweet tooth all month long because February 1 marks the start of Celebration of Chocolate Month! This month-long celebration is dedicated to one of the most beloved treats in the world – chocolate. Did you know that chocolate has been enjoyed for thousands of years, dating back to ancient civilizations like the Mayans and Aztecs? And with endless varieties and flavors, there's no denying its popularity even today. So let's celebrate this delicious month by savoring some rich and decadent chocolate treats!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>B.C. 1900</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cacao Use in Mesoamerica</div><div class='timeline-text'>Ancient civilizations in Mesoamerica, including the Maya and the Aztecs, begin using cacao beans to make chocolate drinks.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1528</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chocolate Arrives in Europe</div><div class='timeline-text'>After Hernán Cortés conquers the Aztecs, chocolate is brought back to Europe where sugar and honey are added to enhance its flavor.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1828</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chocolate Manufacture Revolution</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dutch chemist Coenraad Johannes van Houten invents a hydraulic press to make chocolate powder, revolutionizing chocolate manufacturing and making it more accessible to the public.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1875</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Milk Chocolate</div><div class='timeline-text'>Daniel Peter, a Swiss chocolatier, introduces milk chocolate to the market for the first time, considered a luxury item at the time.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>19th Century</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Major Chocolate Brands</div><div class='timeline-text'>Major chocolate manufacturers such as Cadbury, Nestlé, Hershey's, Mars, and Ferrero, among others, are established during the late 19th century and early 20th century.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>February Declared as Chocolate Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1995, February was declared 'National Chocolate Month' in the United States to celebrate and indulge in one of the world's favorite sweet treats.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake your own chocolate treats</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative in the kitchen and bake your own chocolate treats! From cookies and brownies to cakes and truffles, there are endless possibilities for delicious desserts to celebrate Chocolate Month.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a chocolate factory</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a tour of a local chocolate factory and learn about the process of making chocolate. Not only will you get to see how it's made, but you'll also likely get to sample some tasty treats along the way!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a chocolate tasting party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a chocolate tasting party! Ask everyone to bring their favorite type of chocolate or dish that features chocolate, and have fun trying out different flavors and combinations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a DIY chocolate spa day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pamper yourself with a DIY chocolate spa day! Make your own chocolate face mask, body scrub, and bath bombs for a relaxing and indulgent experience.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a chocolate-themed event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check your local events calendar for any chocolate-themed events happening during Chocolate Month. From chocolate festivals to cooking classes, there are sure to be plenty of fun events to attend and celebrate your love for chocolate.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a chance to indulge in our favorite treat guilt-free</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>With Celebration of Chocolate Month, we have an entire 30 days to enjoy all the chocolatey goodness without feeling guilty. It's the perfect excuse to satisfy those sweet cravings and try out different types of chocolates - dark, milk, white, and everything in between!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Chocolate is good for you (in moderation)</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Research has shown that consuming moderate amounts of dark chocolate can have health benefits such as improving cardiovascular health and boosting mood. So not only do we get to enjoy our favorite treat, but we also get some added health benefits!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>There are endless ways to enjoy chocolate</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether you prefer it in desserts like cakes and cookies, or savory dishes like mole sauce and chili, there are countless ways to incorporate chocolate into your meals during Celebration of Chocolate Month. And let's not forget about hot chocolate, chocolate shakes, and chocolate-covered fruit - the possibilities are endless!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The cacao tree's scientific name means 'food of the gods'</h3><p class='facts-content'>The official scientific name for the tree that produces cocoa beans is Theobroma cacao. Theobroma is Greek for "food of the gods."</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>It took over 200 years for Europe to add sugar to chocolate</h3><p class='facts-content'>When chocolate first came to Europe in the 16th century, it was very bitter. It was not until the 18th century that someone thought to add sugar.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>White chocolate is not technically chocolate</h3><p class='facts-content'>With its lack of cocoa solids, white chocolate doesn't meet the standard definition of other chocolate types. Instead, it contains cocoa butter.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Milk chocolate was invented in Switzerland</h3><p class='facts-content'>Swiss chocolatier Daniel Peter created the creamy concoction known as milk chocolate in 1875 by mixing a powdered milk developed by Henri Nestlé with the liquor.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The French celebrate April Fool's day with chocolate-shaped fish</h3><p class='facts-content'>In France, April Fool’s Day is known as “Poisson d’Avril.” The tradition is to give chocolate shapes of fish to friends and family.</p></div></div>
Celebration of Chocolate Month is celebrated on February 1 every year. In 2024, this special month will start on a Thursday.
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