The year was 1828 when the world of chocolate was forever changed. The father and son Dutch chocolate makers Casparus and Coenraad van Houten had invented a new way of extracting excess cocoa butter from roasted cocoa beans (Coenraad would later refine the resulting cocoa powder by treating it with alkaline salts). This mixture combined…
In June 2016, Houston’s launched an exclusive partnership with French chocolatier partner, Monbana Chocolaterie as the exclusive importer for Monbana in the U.S.! Our sales and marketing teams have been working diligently to spread the word and build awareness of this new brand in the United States with the help of Independent French Manufacturers (IFM),…
Have you tried Monbana frappés or sipping chocolate yet? If not, you are definitely missing out! This past Thursday, approximately 20 of our employees sat in with Matt Brandenburger of Brandenburger FBG to learn more about our new vendor, Monbana Chocolaterie. Monbana was founded in France in 1934 by three generations of chocolate lovers and…
If you attended Coffee Fest Dallas a couple of weeks ago, you may have noticed the hubbub around booth 401. Newcomer to the U.S. foodservice industry, Monbana Chocolatier, was not only passing out free dark chocolate squares, but also handing out tasty treats for all who wandered by. Monbana’s premium hot chocolate and frappe powder…
Spring and Summer are busy show seasons for the food service industry. SCAA, Coffee Fest (all 3 shows), the NRA show, NAFEM (every other year), and of course broadline distributor shows such as FSA and Nicholas & Company. Each show provides the opportunity to discover new and exciting products and flavors. The 2016 show season…
Chocolate can trace its roots back to Ancient Mesoamerican Civilization, where crushed cocoa beans were fermented, then roasted, and then ground into a paste. The paste was used to make a bitter liquid for royalty and military warriors to drink. The valuable beans were also used as currency. In the early 16th century, Christopher Columbus…
Restaurant.org predicts that the year 2015 will bring an overhaul to children’s menus as parents attempt to feed their kids healthier items while dining out. Expect to see baked chicken rather than fried, and more vegetable or fruit options to replace fries and overly sweet desserts. Here’s a recipe for Chocolate-Granola Apple Wedges. We think…
Often toxic or poisonous items have a bitter taste, and evolution has taught us to spit out the flavor as a defense mechanism against illness or possibly even death. Babies, especially, have this natural tendency, and it is thought that this is because only a small amount of toxins can be harmful to them. But…
Whether you prefer hot or cold drinks in the winter, Monin® has you covered with these four fabulous chocolate drinks. Chocolate Cherry Syrup indulges your fruity side, while Chocolate Fudge Syrup is always a decadent treat. Try one, or try them all!