WORLD CHOCOLATE DAY

Every year on July 7th, World Chocolate Day allows chocolate lovers around the world to indulge in their favorite treat without any guilt. The day also celebrates all kinds of goodies made from chocolate, including chocolate milk, hot chocolate, chocolate candy bar, chocolate cake, brownies, or anything covered in chocolate.

Why is World Chocolate Day celebrated?
The history of World Chocolate Day
According to legend, World Chocolate Day commemorates the introduction of chocolate to Europe in the year 1550. Before that time, chocolate was limited to specific regions and countries. Gradually, many chocolate-based dishes began to take form across the globe and a variety of delicacies started cropping up.
Why consume & commemorate Chocolate?
Mindful and moderate consumption of chocolate can help your body and brain ace numerous health functions. Dark chocolate that contains at least 85% cocoa and only 15% sugar (or sugar alternative) are considered to be excellent for our health. Chocolates act as natural mood enhancers and having a few bites can help you feel more content. Chocolates are believed to be fattening, but consuming dark chocolate twice or thrice a week in moderate amount can help control weight, curb sugar cravings and aid digestion.

Interesting facts about Chocolate & World Chocolate Day

1. Chocolate was not just a tasty, bitter drink in the Aztec culture, it was also used as currency!
2. A whopping 30% of the world’s cocoa is grown in Africa, but cocoa bean actually originated in the Amazon.
3. Scientists have found that colours have an impact on our perception of taste. Thus, drinking hot chocolate in an orange cup will make it taste better!
   Fun ways to celebrate World Chocolate Day!
   The best way to celebrate world chocolate day is to, of course, enjoy this silky delicacy in your favourite form without any guilt! Now that Pandemic has made it questionable to visit restaurants, you can take this opportunity to make yummy chocolate-based treats with your family. Attempt a recipe that you have never had the courage to try. Or make a box of assorted chocolate treat and gift your best friend or loved one. You can also enhance your knowledge of chocolates by knowing about different varieties, storage techniques and recipes!