There's more to specialty chocolate than meets the eye (or taste buds.) While we savor our favorite chocolate bars, a complex web of ethical, environmental, and economic challenges lurks beneath the surface. Let's unwrap some uncomfortable truths about this and explore how conscious consumers can...

Hi everyone! In this mini blog, we want to share a broad picture of how our chocolate couvertures and specialty bars make it to you and your loved ones. As you might know, it all starts by partnering with our cacao farmer co-ops around Ecuador. We seek the best cacao in regions such as Esmeraldas...

We wanted to give you a little update and a inside look on our sustainable chocolate production season.It's been a wild ride with cacao prices all over the place, but we're still on a mission to bring you the best single-origin, sustainable, direct-trade chocolate. Not just that but we are commit...

The Conexión Cocoa and Chocolate Summit was a vibrant event filled with insightful discussions, expert panels, and engaging activities, bringing together experts and enthusiasts from around the world to share knowledge and celebrate the art and science of cocoa and chocolate. The summit began wit...

In the world of culinary delights, there are those whose names spark excitement and anticipation, and Chef Derek Poirier is undoubtedly one of them. With a journey steeped in dedication and a passion for the craft, Chef Derek brings a wealth of experience and innovation to Conexión. We are incred...

What is the Current State of Cocoa? The ongoing cocoa shortage is hitting home for us at Conexión, as we've witnessed its impacts firsthand. It's a result of various factors, with climate change and diseases wreaking havoc on cocoa crops, particularly in Africa’s Ivory Coast. The 24% shortfall in...