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Le musée gourmand du chocolat offers a very comprehensive look at the evolution and history of chocolate consumption, from ancient South American and Mesoamerican civilizations to new production techniques. But it's not just about looking! This is a museum for all the senses, especially for taste. You can enjoy the highest level of chocolate from the wide selection offered by the museum, as well as buy excellent quality chocolate to take home with you! Explore the museum's exhibitions and demonstrations covering an area of 850 square metres and tell the story of over 4,000 years of cocoa history in all its forms, starting with the Olmecs, followed by the Maya and Aztecs. Discover the important role played by cocoa in ancient civilizations, including its use in mystical rituals.
It travels back in time to the 16th century, when the Aztec Emperor Montezuma introduced cocoa to Europe. Christopher Columbus was the first European to taste the tchocoatl drink, but it was not to his taste and therefore he did not pay much attention to chocolate. Luckily he wasn't the only European to taste it. Enjoy the milky sweetness of Costa Rican chocolate, the superb fruity aftertaste of Peruvian chocolate that melts in your mouth, the sweet aromas of Vanuatu cocoa beans and much more. Don't feel guilty about indulging your delicacies, as you will learn that chocolate has many health benefits. Finally, treat yourself to a cup of hot chocolate (if selected as an option) and visit the museum shop in search of books, souvenirs and chocolate-related products.
