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Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Maison Cailler - Vive le chocolat!!!





Bonjour mes amis. Sunday, May 8, we visited Maison Cailler with Betsy and the Cushings. Maison Cailler is located in Broc/Gruyère, Switzerland. This is the place where all of your senses can be immersed in the wonderful world of Cailler chocolate. The interactive tour was impressive. We first discovered the origins of this delicious chocolate in the old Aztec cocoa ceremonies. We then heard the fascinating tales of François-Louis Cailler, who brought the first chocolate recipe to Switzerland in 1819. You can hold roasted cocoa beans. During the depression in the '30s Cailler merged with Nestle in order to stay in business. You then proceed to the Atelier de Chocolat studio where you can learn inspired recipes for the finest chocolate creations. We were provided delicious samples at the end of the tour of many of the products made by Maison Cailler - magnifique!
Mme. Wallace

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