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By: Julie Stone - [food]
Chocolate, in various forms, is one of the most popular and recognizable flavours
in the world. It's taste is sought after in bars, ice cream, drinks and desserts; a
cook's larder is not complete without a packet of cocoa powder! I remember giving
my son his first taste of in the form of a button when he was just under a year old.
His eyes lit up so brightly and he gave me such a wonderful smile! Young and old
alike enjoy the unforgettable flavour of . From the first moment that it touches
your lips, you're hooked! 'Chocoholic' is a word which is commonly used and which
has found it's way into our dictionaries.

Desserts made of are everyone's favourite after dinner and mints, especially in
restaurants, are often served after a main meal with coffee. Chocolate and wine
parties are not uncommon and fountains are often used at weddings and other
important events. People love the taste of and I'm sure you remember the book
"Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by the famous author Roald Dahl. The book
was such a big hit that a film was made from it. Although this story was written for
children, adults also enjoyed and associated with it.

The aroma and taste of seems to have a bonding affect on people. Sharing a box
of s with your family, work colleagues or loved one creates a friendly and happy
atmosphere, possibly due to the fact that apart from containing sugar and
caffeine, has been linked with the release of serotin in the brain which produces
feelings of pleasure. Chocolate is also known to be an aphrodisiac caused by the
natural ingredient phenethylamine which is a mild sexual stimulant. This is
probably why s are traditionally given to a loved one on Valentines day and which
are received with much pleasure. Cocoa and are also rich in minerals such as
magnesium and iron. The body craves what the body needs which is probably why
women crave during menstruation when the body needs more iron.

The consumption of has become part of everyday life for most people. There is an
abundance of recipe books containing dishes made with ; specialty shops known
as chocolatiers seem to have become more popular in recent times. These
connoisseurs of sell hand made products packaged in exquisite boxes covered
with silk ribbon and which are, to say the least, very expensive.

All in all, is something that is enjoyed by millions worldwide whether in the form of
a dessert, candy, snack or drink and as long as we have the cocoa bean, will
remain popular for many years to come.