This year marks the 18th Anniversary of Barkeater Chocolates. We’re hosting a celebration (customer appreciation day) on Saturday, July 11th at our store during regular store hours (10:00-5:00). Visit our …
What are Free Radicals and How Might They Hurt Our Bodies?
What Are Free Radicals? Think of free radicals like little troublemakers in your body. They’re unstable molecules that can damage your cells over time. Your body naturally produces them as …
Citrus Surprise Layer Cake
Barkeater Chocolates’ Citrus Surprise Layer Cake Bottom Layer (Crust) ½ c. softened butter 1 c. sugar 3 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla 1/3 c. cocoa powder ½ c. flour Preheat …
Where in the World Does Cacao Grow? A Global Guide to the Home of Chocolate
Chocolate lovers can thank the cacao tree (Theobroma cacao) for their sweet treats. Native to the tropical regions of Central and South America (kudos to the Maya and Aztecs for …
The Sweet Science of Chocolate: How Barkeater Chocolates Turns Couverture into Bliss
Ever wonder how Barkeater Chocolates crafts our ridiculously delicious truffles, caramels, and bars? Spoiler alert: it doesn’t involve roasting beans in a cauldron or hiking through cacao forests (though that …
Everything You Have to Eat in the Adirondacks
We stumbled across this delicious post by I Love NY’s by Rachel Dymond from 12/18/24. It’s a guide to the greatest eats in all of the Adirondacks, including some of the …
Halloween’s Sweet History
The Sweet Tradition of Giving Candy at Halloween: A Spooky History Halloween wouldn’t feel complete without the eager ringing of doorbells, elaborate costumes (be prepared to greet your fair share …
Does your chocolate have a bad temper?
Tempering chocolate is an essential skill for any amateur or professional chocolatier. When done correctly, it gives chocolate that perfect snap, glossy finish, and smooth mouthfeel. Whether you’re making candies, …
A Prescription for Chocolate
Chocolate as Medicine For many, chocolate is a beloved treat, a comfort food that brings joy with each bite. But what if I told you that chocolate has also been …
The Science of Chocolate
The Science of Chocolate What makes chocolate so irresistible? The answer lies in its unique chemical composition. Chocolate contains compounds that stimulate the brain’s pleasure centers. For instance: Additionally, chocolate’s …
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