Hey hey Food Explorers!

In this episode, I am absolutely thrilled to interview Pam Williams and Alysha Kropf, two influential figures in the chocolate industry. Pam created Ecole Chocolat, an online chocolate school plus so much more! The school has trained some of the best chocolatiers and chocolate makers in the world!

We chat about their journeys in chocolate making, the importance of education in the field, and the challenges faced by chocolatiers. And of course the importance of learning from mistakes, the impact of cocoa prices, and the value of community and partnerships in the chocolate business. Pam and Alysha share insights on the unique experiences offered at their chocolate school and the importance of understanding the world of chocolates.

Chocolate is our love language, enjoy the episode!

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Website: https://www.ecolechocolat.com/en/

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00:00 Introduction to the Chocolate World

01:37 Pam's Journey in Chocolate

05:15 Alysha's Involvement and Family Legacy

08:11 Learning from Mistakes in Business

12:51 Challenges Faced by Students

15:20 The Importance of Hand Tempering

19:01 Navigating Price Increases in Chocolate

21:42 The Value of Local Partnerships

26:07 Experiential Learning in Chocolate Making

30:36 Understanding Cocoa Farming

34:29 Building Community in the Chocolate Industry

39:30 The Power of Collaboration

42:59 The Unique Voice of Each Chocolatier

45:47 Conclusion and Connection