Tag: chocolate

Winter cravings? It’s giving dessert

Let’s be honest, as South Africans, we’re never quite ready for the cold. Now that winter is really here, our main mission is simply to find and keep warmth wherever we can. It’s in the extra layer you wear all day, the chilly walk from the car into work, and the way everyone huddles around a […]

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Is chocolate the secret to glowing skin?

Cocoa has a far better CV than most sweet treats. Beneath the sugar and milk solids is cacao, rich in flavanols that act as antioxidants. The big question: does that translate into healthier-looking skin, or is it another beauty myth dressed up in dessert? What the science actually shows Several controlled trials have tested cocoa […]

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Is dark chocolate really a healthier snack?

Dark chocolate has earned a health halo in recent years, often touted as a smart alternative to sugar-laden snacks. But is it truly a better choice, or just the lesser evil? As wellness trends and clean-label movements fuel the rise of dark chocolate worldwide, it’s worth asking: How healthy is it, really? What sets dark […]

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Why is chocolate often associated with romance?

There’s something undeniably romantic about chocolate. Maybe it’s the silky texture, the way it melts effortlessly on your tongue, or the little rush of happiness that follows every bite. The million-dollar question, though, is, how did chocolate become the go-to symbol of love? Well, history has it that chocolate’s romantic legacy dates back to ancient […]

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WATCH: Distraught woman finds maggots in her chocolate

Another day, another drama as a woman posts videos of what she found in her Lindt chocolates. From rat remains in bread to worms and drug packets in snacks, health inspections are never beating the allegations when it comes to not checking store health rules and regulations. Sometime around it was not just your local […]

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Stand a chance to win 1 of 3 Cadbury festive range hampers

It’s that wonderful time of the year again, where festive cheer fill the air and the spirit of generosity and community is ignited. The festive season is truly the time of giving and Cadbury is encouraging everyone to give a little this festive season. Whether you are giving of your time or sharing the perfect […]

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Chocolate lamington

The chocolate lamington was named after Charles Wallace Baillie, Lord Lamington, who was the governor of Queensland, Australia, from 1895. Lord Lamington was known for wearing a homburg hat that resembled the cake. Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 50 minutes Serves: 5–6 1½ cups cake flour ½ cup cocoa powder 2½ teaspoons baking powder […]

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