Ruth’s Favorite Chocolate
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The world’s finest craft chocolate bars may cost more but higher prices support better beans, fair wages for farmers and transparent production practices. When in doubt, read the label. Check for very few ingredients and the maker’s story.
Couverture
Used by pastry chefs and chocolatiers for baking and confections, couverture chocolate is usually bought in bulk and contains more cocoa butter for smoother coating.
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*Available at The Gourmandise School
Craft makers making couverture with no soy:
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For my students in Los Angeles, here are the best craft chocolate makers and chocolatiers in Southern California.
Los Angeles
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