The "Wikipedia" of Chocolate

This wiki was created to crowd source and Open Source the collection of the largest single repository of facts and resources related to chocolate on the Internet. It was started by Clay Gordon, the author of Discover Chocolate and the creator and moderator of TheChocolateLife.com and is complementary to that community.

As of October 17, 2011 there are about 50 member accounts contributing to this project.

In order to add or update content on this wiki it is necessary to create an account (if you are a ChocolateLife member that login won't work here) and understand Wiki markup. Registered members are able to edit pages and add new content as appropriate and relevant.

Before You Begin :: (terms of service, posting guidelines)

The FAQs on how to use this wiki effectively

Questions, Comments, and Suggestions for using/improving this wiki

Blogs and Communities :: (web destinations that specialize in chocolate)

Chocolatiers :: (chocolate makers - from beans and/or liquor; includes cocoa processors)

Confectioners :: (makes bonbons and other confections)

Countries :: (information about cocoa growing countries - each country requires at least one volunteer editor)

Definitions :: (important terms used in chocolate and in this wiki)

Educational Programs :: (schools, on-line, professional development, tasting/pairing classes)

Festivals :: (chocolate festivals and fairs, awards, and trade shows)

Organizations :: (chocolate-related organizations and associations)

References :: (standards, books, articles, and research papers related to cacao and chocolate)

Sources :: (chocolate retailers and wholesalers, ingredient suppliers (including beans), equipment)

• Please be respectful of what others have contributed. See the Guidelines and TOS (Terms of Service) for more information on etiquette and expected community behavior. Your posting/editing content shows that you have read and agree to abide by the Guidelines and TOS. Please note that I get an e-mail notifying me of every new member signup and every addition and change that gets made on this wiki – and I review every single one of them.
• If you are interested in becoming a (volunteer) section editor, please contact me at dokuwiki (at) thechocolatelife (dot) com.

Thanks,
Clay

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