Select Canadian chocolatiers are highlighted in this segment which explores the multiple health benefits of the ‘food of the gods’. The Social explores the many flavours of chocolate from Canadian chocolatiers and are introduced to recent innovations in the art and science of chocolate.

The International Chocolate Awards 2018 – featuring Canadian Chocolatier Finalists competing for the world title, including the award-winning Affogotto Bar from Centre & Main Chocolate Co. in Warkworth, Ontario.

Owner of Centre & Main, Angela Roest, makes all her ethically sourced chocolate with real fruits, flowers and spices. She says when it comes to making real, healthier chocolate — there’s a lot of science and creativity involved.

Real Wedding: Something Sweet in Toronto A beautifully planned and executed wedding featuring chocolate bar favours by Centre and Main Chocolate Co. in Warkworth, Ontario.

Indulge in artisan chocolates at Centre & Main Chocolate Co. in Warkworth. Here, ethically-sourced chocolate is blended with fruits, herbs, spices and flowers to make confections that look as good as they taste. Local collaborations up the ante at this chocolatier.

In search of an award-winning chocolate suprise? Head for Centre & Main Chocolate Company where outstanding chocolates are available in abundance. (see ‘Warkworth’ article, page 58)

When you have a unique local ingredient, local collaborations are bound to happen. Centre & Main Chocolate Co. in Warkworth, Ontario incorporates True Saffron’s saffron into chocolate sponge toffee and truffles.

Artisan chocolate with a twist! Spices, herbs, flowers and fruit are the ingredients we use to craft new flavour combinations that are daring and delicious. (see article ‘For the Love of Chocolate’ page 34)

Chocolatier extraordinaire Angela Roest of Centre & Main Chocolate Co. has been recognized for her craft with stunning wins in several categories of the 2019 Canadian Branch of the International Chocolate Competition.

Coming home with multiple wins from the International Chocolate Awards is a huge and unexpected accomplishment. I entered 4 different bars — each of which was a collaboration with local food growers or producers: Saffron Strawberry Rhubarb in White Chocolate, Milk Chocolate Affogato, Blood Orange & Rosemary in Milk Chocolate and Dark Chocolate with Blackcurrant.

Centre & Main Chocolate Co. is getting a lot of attention for their butter tar chocolate bar and is a unique stop on the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour, which has dubbed them ‘the home of the world’s first butter tart chocolate bar.’

Centre & Main Chocolate wins international recognition. It is a true testament to Angela’s talents to achieve such incredible international recognition. Click the link below and see page 17 for the full article.