Du Cacao Au Chocolat : L'épopée d'une Gourmandise

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Barel, Michel.

Series:

Beaux Livres

Language:

French

Subjects (All):

Cacao.

Chocolate industry.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (171 pages)

Edition:

3rd ed.

Other Title:

Du Cacao Au Chocolat

Place of Publication:

Versailles : Quae, 2021.

Summary:

This book, 'Du Cacao au Chocolat: L’épopée d’une gourmandise' by Michel Barel, explores the rich history and cultural significance of cacao and chocolate. It delves into the botanical origins of the cacao tree, its cultivation, and the global journey of chocolate from its historical roots in South America to its widespread appreciation today. The book examines the agricultural practices, trade, and commercialization of cacao, highlighting its transformation into a beloved treat. It also discusses the scientific aspects of chocolate production, including fermentation and roasting processes, as well as the sensory experience of chocolate tasting. The author aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of chocolate's past and present, catering to chocolate enthusiasts and those interested in agricultural history and culinary arts. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Sommaire

Cacao confidences

Le cacao

L'arbre qui ne perd pas ses fruits

L'homme et le cacao

L'arbre de l'ombre : la culture du cacaoyer

Après la récolte

La filière du cacao et du chocolat

Le commerce du cacao, de l'ère industrielle à nos jours

Sur les marchés du cacao

Le chocolat

Les secrets de la chocolaterie

Matières grasses végétales et lécithine

Le chocolat, un médicament ?

Déguster le chocolat

Pages gourmandes

QuizCao

En guise d'épilogue.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9782759233793

2759233790

OCLC:

1273978038