If you don't know by now, I am a huge fan of chocolate. And not just any ol' regular give me a break or a piece of that kitkat bar chocolate. I am a true fan and inspired lover of genuine Cacao. Cacao is where all chocolate comes from, and in it's raw natural state has a multitude of benefits that the processed chocolates we are used to no longer contain. David Wolfe says, "Wheatgrass can reach millions of people, but if you want to reach billions of people get on board with [Cacao]" watch this video for more from David:
http://on.aol.com/video/david-wolfe-on-the-health-benefits-of-cacao-517409770
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| opened cacao pod |
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| cacao pod growin on le tree in tha jungle |
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| unpeeled cacao beans(great to carry with ya for extra energy pop a few in your mouth instead of coffee, if you don't peel it first make sure you chew it well, we are able to digest the peel however is nicer on your digestive system if you undress the bean first) |
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| where in the world chocolate comes from, my favorites so far are from Costa Rica, Ecuador and Bali |
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| Magic of Chocolate |
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| all kinds of cacao beans |
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| lose weight with chocolate...it's possible I promise! |
When I got back from Costa Rica in 2011, I was blown away when my teacher, Kristyan (www.kristyanstjerne.blogspot.com) brought me back chocolate that only had 5 ingredients and tasted better than any chocolate I had known. Keep in mind through my childhood and entire life, I did not ever choose or appreciate what I would have then called "dark chocolate". (now I understand this to be 'REAL CHOCOLATE'. The chocolate he brought me saved me from the worst moon cycle I had experienced as a woman, so I really became a believer and started researching the medicinal benefits and lessons of Cacao. Then this same friend made me chocolate for Valentines day when I had thought about doing the same for him, was when we started toying with the idea that we could make Real Chocolate ourselves, that induced a new type of natural high better than any drug, caffeine or even YOGA! Yea I said it. :) The chocolate Kristyan was making and continued surprising me with was becoming the highlight of my universe, and I came to realize the specialty wasn't necessarily only in the magic ingredients but the intention of the alchemist that was constructing these chocolatey filled glass jars of glory.
That's when I got in the game too. Since Valentine's Day of 2012, I have been practicing creating a raw vegan chocolate fudge that would become to be described by this same beautiful friend whom inspired me in the first place, as "a chocolate bomb to cure all the sadness in the world". So in making Cacao Bloom, I have intended to make the best tasting chocolate with pure organic ingredients and even deeper intentions mirroring who is going to be receiving the chocolate when possible:)
So if you are in SD, and are interested in trying the best chocolate you have ever tasted here are the options from me:
5 Flavors of Chocolate Love:
Cacao Bloom OG(original and organic):
Cacao powder, Blessed Water, Coconut Oil, Raw Honey, Lucuma, Vanilla, Sea Salt
Cacao Bloom ESPICY:
OG ingredients, plus Cayenne Pepper
Cacao Bloom ALMOND EUPHORIA:
OG ingredients, plus Sprouted Almonds and dehydrated Coconut Shreds
Cacao Bloom QUEEN'S DESIRE:
OG ingredients, plus Holy Basil, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Nutmeg, Goji Powder
Cacao Bloom SUPERMAN:
OG ingredients, plus Hemp Hearts, Coco shreds, Cayenne, Maca Powder, Mesquite Powder
Pricing for OG: Sm(4oz) $8; Md(8oz) $15, Lg(16oz) $28 for the flavors: Sm $11, Md $19, Lg $33, if you return CB(cacao bloom) glass jars to me you get a dollar off per jar on your next order! Also if you would rather me write a recipe specific to you and any of your ailments will be the OG pricing plus $7
As I began my chocolatiering I found through other friends and resources that Chocolate was originally used as a carrier for superfoods. Cacao and Cayenne were one of the first combinations recorded, if you still don't know the benefits of Cayenne Pepper, CLICK HERE:
http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/benefits-of-cayenne-pepper/
As I continued checking into this I saw the opportunity to help people learn about Chocolate as the Carrier of Superfoods/herbs and the Body as the Carrier of Spirit. By making chocolate for people and through Yoga, I am able to share what I believe to be my reason for being here. I also love doing workshops and chocolate parties! If you would like to order or set up an event email me at lightbeamteam@gmail.com, website is coming soon, but check us on facebook: www.facebook.com/cacaobloom
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