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Cluizel’s Bean-to-Bar process is a meticulous and artisanal journey that transforms the raw cocoa bean into a refined chocolate experience—one that honors transparency, quality, and craftsmanship at every step. Here’s how it works: 🌱 1. Direct Sourcing from Single Plantations Cluizel partners directly with select Single Estate Plantations across the globe (e.g., in Madagascar, São Tomé, Guatemala, etc.). These long-standing relationships ensure: Ethical, traceable sourcing Fair conditions for farmers High-quality beans with distinct terroirs (flavor profiles unique to the region and soil) 🫘 2. Fermentation & Drying at Origin Beans are naturally fermented and sun-dried at the plantation, allowing rich,...

Yes, you read that right. Chocolate is going to become your new ally. We'll tell you why. Let's start by recalling that cocoa beans are the fruit of the Theobroma tree. The beans contain fat called cocoa butter ‘or’ Theobroma oil. The latter is part of the list of ingredients of the delicious chocolate we can enjoy. The high cocoa content of dark chocolate (above 70% cacaos) makes it a powerful ally. In fact, according to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, dark chocolate leaves less room for sugar and contains no milk, unlike milk chocolate. The association...

  “There is nothing in the world like a mother’s love.” - Gena Hill - For Mother's Day, treat your mom to our delicious Mom's Sweet Basket! Cluizel, USA has put together an assortment of delicious handmade treats in an authentic wicker basket, which includes chocolate truffles, candied orange slices, homemade cookies, rose hard candies in a cute little pale, and a unique branded chef's towel! Place your order by April 30th and we'll include a mini “Pause Insolente” bar (or similar) for FREE!  Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 9th.

  The trees turn green, and the fruits ripen. These transformations are a gift for the eyes as well as the taste buds. They are also the signal that spring is here. Nature offers us wonderful gifts and today we will learn more about the cocoa pod. A noble fruit whose secrets are little known. The pods are the fruits of the cocoa tree called Theobroma Cacao. They grow in the tropical regions of Central America and in a belt 20 degrees above and below the equator. They contain the cocoa beans which will ultimately be transformed into our favorite...

  Celebrate Easter with CLUIZEL: A Season of Flavor and Joy Whether treating yourself or sharing with loved ones, every creation from our CLUIZEL chocolatiers is crafted to turn ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. All year long, we dream up and design delicious new experiences to share our deep passion for chocolate with you. This Easter, we're more inspired than ever to help you create unforgettable memories—one bite at a time. Discover our charming Easter collection, where delightful farm animals and playful shapes bring joy to the youngest chocolate lovers. And the magic doesn’t stop there—our mini Easter eggs, brimming...