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Dark chocolate has been a beloved treat for centuries, and recent research suggests that it may have some surprising benefits for the human brain. Here's a closer look at how dark chocolate can impact the brain. 1. Antioxidants First, let's talk about the key ingredient in dark chocolate: cacao. Cacao contains a number of compounds that are thought to be beneficial for the brain, including flavanols, caffeine, and theobromine. Flavanols are antioxidants that help protect the brain from damage caused by free radicals, while caffeine and theobromine are stimulants that can improve mood and cognitive function. 2. Cognitive Awareness One study...

Liquor-filled/Liqueur-filled chocolate bonbons are a decadent and indulgent treat that combines rich chocolate with a delicious liquid center. These bonbons are often filled with various types of liqueurs. At the Manufacture Cluizel the process of making liquor-filled chocolate bonbons is handmade and involves a high level of craftsmanship. The first step is to create a crust of sugar filled with the liquor. To create the crust, you need a tray of very dry cornstarch in which you will shape cavities. Then you will fill them with a blend of syrup and liqueur. When the crust is finally created by the...

Spring and Summer are the perfect times to gather with family and friends. While chocolate might not be the first choice that comes to mind when you think of summer, there are plenty of chocolate products that are perfect for the warmer months. In this blog, we'll explore some of the best use of chocolate for the summer. 1. Chocolate-Covered Fruits Chocolate-covered fruit is a classic summer treat. Whether it's strawberries, or bananas, pineapple… the combination of sweet fruit and rich chocolate is hard to resist. Not only is it a delicious snack, but it's also a healthier choice. 2....

While we might personally love the return of summer and sun, it is not the same for chocolate... Yet, enjoying chocolate in summer is possible, you just have to know how to store it properly. The simplest answer would be to store the chocolate in the fridge. Well, we don't recommend it at all for solid chocolate like bars. Indeed, chocolate can, not only be affected by heat, but also by humidity. The temperature of a refrigerator is generally between 32°F and 45°F. Optimal Freshness An optimal preservation of chocolate is between 57°F and 68°F. Below these temperatures, the cold...

Nougatine is a confectionery that was first created in the 1850s by French confectioner Jean-Louis-Bourumeau in Nevers. “Nougatine” refers to a clear or light-brown nut-based bark obtained by cooking sugar until converted into caramel. (Not to be confused with nougat which is a sweet made from egg whites, sugar, honey and nuts). If “nougat” is often consumed as is, it is rarely the case for nougatine which you can find in many desserts, pastries and chocolate confections. In fact, nougatine in often considered a base ingredient for French Pastries & Chocolatiers. At Manufacture CLUIZEL, we create our own filling recipes, including nougatine Our nougatine is handmade, fine, airy, and truly mind-blowing. It is 100% natural and particularly complex. Whether thin or thick,...