As you probably know, chocolate is called the “food of the Gods” by the Mayans. Unfortunately, most of the cacao (from which the chocolate is made) is exported to the U.S. or Europe and then is imported back to Central America in the form of milk chocolate. Recently, however, there are small producers in the PG area making chocolate the old fashion way. Here are a few photos.
Cacao pods growing.
A native Mayan with cacao pod giving a demostration.
Newly opened cacao pod showing the beans.
Grinding the roasted cacao the traditional way.
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