Chocolate found its way to Italy in the 16th century once Spanish importers brought it back from Mexico and the New World. In 16th century Europe, as there, it was served as a hot drink, and was reserved for the wealthy or privileged. Today in Torino (Turin), a yearly celebration lets Piemonte showcase their products and honor this “food of the gods.”
Posts Tagged ‘Italian Chocolate’
The Coming of Age For Italian Chocolate
Sunday, July 12th, 2009Belgium’s Reign as Chocolate Capital appears to be over. Northern Italian chocolate is now considered the finest in the world and Italy is declared the Chocolate Capital of the World. Italian Chocolate is to chocolate what Italian espresso is to coffee.