Eric Battersby: Publisher / Editor-In-Chief

Taza Chocolate Preview

Posted by Eric Battersby | Jan 17, 2017 | January 2017 Issue Previews, Everywhere Chocolate |

This month we showcase Taza’s chocolates — relatively easy to find, but still rare in their exquisite taste — and its founder, Alex Whitmore. Single Origin Bars, Amaze Bars, Chocolate Mexicano Discs, and more…

In Focus: Rawclates Preview

Posted by Eric Battersby | Jan 11, 2017 | In Focus, January 2017 Issue Previews |

Discover the inspiring story of Rawclates, where a sidelining surgery and serendipity combined to create some of the most unique and healthy chocolates in the world. You won’t want to miss this story, and don’t miss the inaugural chocolate offer either, as our Rawclates special ends mid-January!

January 2017 Issue Preview

Posted by Eric Battersby | Jan 10, 2017 | Issue Previews |

From our exclusive In Focus interview with Hadara Slok at Rawclates, to our expose’ on child labor in this month’s Ethical Bean article (titled “Big Chocolate’s Ugly Secret”), the January 2017 issue is one you do not want to miss!

On the Chocolate Regular: Holiday Chocolates Preview

Posted by Eric Battersby | Dec 20, 2016 | December 2016 Issue Previews, Everywhere Chocolate, Holiday Chocolate |

This month is actually a bit unusual for this column, which would be fine except that it’s our first new issue, so you have no idea what the “usual” ON THE CHOCOLATE REGULAR looks like! Normally you’ll see an in-depth look at one chocolate maker or chocolatier whose chocolate you can, more often than not, find locally…

LetterPress Chocolate – In Focus Preview

Posted by Eric Battersby | Dec 18, 2016 | December 2016 Issue Previews, In Focus |

here in 2016, David and his LetterPress Chocolate strive for the next level, with a new bar and brand new, absolutely stunning packaging as well, across the board. The bars certainly look amazing from the outside, but packaging in and of itself only sells a chocolate bar once. It’s what’s inside the wrapper that truly establishes greatness…

Pumpkin Martini – How To Make a Pumpkin Martini

Posted by Eric Battersby | Nov 5, 2016 | Pumpkin Martini, Chocolate Cocktails |

If there’s one that likely reminds nearly everyone of Fall, it’s PUMPKIN! Now with Thanksgiving right around the corner, we know you’ll appreciate a new and festive cocktail recipe, and even though this one actually lacks chocolate (gasp!), we think you’ll still very much enjoy it…