Choco Del Sol - Chocolate Factory
Our chocolate maker with the home advantage, Choco Del Sol, is dedicated to the bean-to-bar production of tempting fairtrade organic chocolate under the leadership of Patrick Walter.
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Cacao de Corazón - Tree to Heart
Andreas was involved in the peace building process in Colombia. During this work, he got to know the cocoa and the people who grow it. Both have grown close to his heart. Back in Switzerland, he founded his own craft chocolate label together with his partner Sibylle. As a small Tree to Bar label, they do everything themselves, from selecting the beans from the farmers to the finished bar.
The best raw materials, careful craftsmanship, living prices for the small farmers and intact ecosystems are part of it. After all, the products of Cacao de Corazón should bring joy to EVERYONE.
Chocolate Naive
At Chocolate Naive, two core principles are at the forefront: working with only the best ingredients in the world, and striving to become a world-class artisan in this type of exquisite production.
Fjåk Chocolate
Agur & Siv are the first bean-to-bar chocolate makers in Norway, using only the finest ingredients from Norwegian nature for unique Nordic chocolate, in addition to high-quality cocoa beans. Just one year after founding Fjåk Chocolate, the two chocolate makers impressed at the Academy of Chocolate awards, winning both bronze, silver and gold prizes. Fjåk's goal is to produce excellent bean-to-bar chocolate and to use only the best ingredients.
Herufek Chocolate
The family business from the Czech Republic, managed by Jitka Herůfková and her husband Michal Herufek, specialises in the production of the finest chocolate creations. Since 2013 Herufek has been producing selected chocolate truffles and pralines, based on old traditions, with as many raw materials as possible from home and of course "bean-to-bar".
KARUNA CHOCOLATE
Katja & Armin are South Tyrol's chocolate pioneers. A simple trip to South India in 2014 would soon turn their lives upside down. By chance they came across the topic of chocolate, started to make chocolate as a hobby, and soon the idea came up to turn the hobby into their job. For months the two of them researched and fiddled about, even Armin's brother & father took part. In 2018 the first chocolates of the two finally came to the market. But the thirst for knowledge did not stop there, as they keep on trying to deepen their knowledge and use only the best ingredients for their bars.
Mike&Becky
Mike&Becky is Brussels' very first Small-Batch Bean-to-Bar Atelier/Shop/Café, and proves itself in the "Chocolate Capital of the World"! Björn Becker and Julia Mikerova have been making their own bean-to-bar chocolate since 2016. They place great value on a low sugar percentage and that there is no child labour on the farms.
Omnom Chocolate
Icelandic chocolate makers Omnom Chocolate have made it their mission to use only the best cocoa beans, organic cane sugar and natural Icelandic milk powder for their bars. All individually tested, fairly traded and with sustainability at the forefront. Add to that Iceland's unique ecosystem that gives their chocolate a special flair and leads to creative ingredients!
Zotter Schokolade GmbH
Part of the EuroBean family right from the start: Zotter Schokolade GmbH! Faitrade, organic and from bean to table is what makes up the Zotter company philosophy. Because the chocolates should not only convince in taste, but simply make you completely happy.
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Belvie Chocolate Vietnam
Belvie's founders are self-proclaimed "chocolate addicts" who began crafting chocolate at home. Their passion for the treat quickly grew, and they soon felt compelled to share it with the world, thus giving rise to the brand. The secret to Belvie's chocolate lies in the perfect combination of Belgian technology, expert chocolate knowledge, and the finest, self-sourced beans from Vietnam, all made with love.
This year, Belvie will also feature chocolate from other chocolate makers from the Asian region!
ChocoCard
ChocoCard from Hungary is a small family business that was born in 2011 out of a passion for chocolate and creative work. Izabella and her husband now want to stir up the fine and colourful world of chocolate even more and are therefore in a bit of a change. Their sweet temptations are now also produced as bean-to-bar.
Chocolate Tree
New at the EuroBean Chocolate Festival 2019 this year are the Chocolate Maker - Chocolate Tree from Scotland. Originally they started as an idea from Alastair & Friederike Gower, they wanted to do something at music festivals, and to make some chocolate just seemed right!
This idea has grown into 10 years of experience in chocolate craft. The most important thing for Chocolate Tree is transparency, fair pay for everyone in the production chain, and of course the taste that the customer experiences in the end.
Coco Caravan
In 2019 we will once again welcome Coco Caravan from England, who specialise in raw, vegan and gluten-free chocolate. Founded in 2013 by Jacques Cöp, the Manufactory derives its values from its passion for the environment, its appreciation of good food and the deep conviction that all living beings on earth deserve fair treatment. With raw Criollo cocoa, refined with creamy coconut blossom syrup, Coco Caravan creates a smooth chocolate with a pure taste. As a visitor of the EuroBean Chocolate Festival you can look forward to authentic, raw vegan chocolate that Coco Caravan produces with passion.
DOS ESTACIONES – CACAO & CHOCOLATE
At Dos Estaciones, the concept of "single origin" is taken to a new level. Their chocolate comes from a single farm where they themselves have lived and worked for some time: Fundo Qoya and his family grow the cacao traditionally and sustainably, without using pesticides. At Dos Estaciones, environmental protection is a particular concern, which is why they get their electricity from renewable sources, focus on low-waste, and use sustainable packaging. In addition to chocolate, they offer a wide range of delicious chocolate creations. Check out the quality for yourself at EuroBean!
Krak Chocolade
A recurring theme has been running through the life of Mark Schimmel since he was 14: chocolate! In 2011 he began to fulfill his life's dream, ordered cocoa beans and two years of learning later Krak Chocolade was born.
Mark developed his own style. Each bag of cocoa beans - each harvest is different from the previous - and it's the chocolate maker's job to get the most out of each bean.
KÜRZI KAKAO
Creating special taste experiences is our passion. As an exclusive chocolate manufactory, we produce our chocolate independently from bean to bar to bring out the best of the over 600 flavours in each cocoa bean. All our ingredients are purely vegan and carefully selected according to the highest qualitative and ethical standards.
LURKA CHOCOLATE
Lurka is the first bean-to-bar chocolate store in San Sebastian and offers a variety of unique flavors. The chocolate is made from Mexican cocoa and enhanced with the flavors of the Basque Country. The result is incomparable and is confirmed by the many awards Lurka has received for its chocolate. In the on-site store, Lurka offers not only delicious bean-to-bar chocolate, but also desserts, specialty coffees and other chocolate creations. Visitors can watch the master confectioner and chocolate maker at work. A trip to Lurka is definitely worthwhile!
Mānoa Chocolate Hawaii
Under the leadership of Dylan Butterbaugh, the Hawaii-based company Mānoa has been producing bean-to-bar chocolate since 2010. Only ecologically high-quality cocoa beans from regional cultivation are processed. Mānoa, this word stands for depth in the Hawaiian language and is reflected in the taste of every bar. Their passion for high quality from local production can be felt with every bite.
With a constantly growing farmer network, but also with beans from all over the world, they try to bring out the quality and characteristics of each bean. In doing so, they create unique chocolate bars with some exotic ingredients. Something that will surely delight the visitors of our festival.
www.manoachocolate.com
NearyNógs
NearyNógs is a family-owned craft chocolate business based in Northern Ireland. They make their chocolate in small batches with great care and attention to detail, ensuring that each bean's origin and flavor are highlighted. They source their cacao beans ethically and sustainably, paying above-market prices to support the livelihoods of farmers and the survival of the cacao industry. They recently switched to solar power and use eco-friendly packaging materials. The business was established in 2011 as a fundraiser for their daughter's charitable work, which later became a source of income and flexibility after their younger daughter's life-threatening illness. The name "NearyNógs" comes from children stories written by Johnnie Neary, Shane's Dad. Neary is the family name and Nógs comes from the Irish Gaelic word Tír na nÓg, which means the land of the youth or the Eternal Land.
Parliament Chocolate
From sunny California comes the small team of Parliament Chocolate. They strive to put love into every step of their chocolate creation process to achieve the best possible product and bring a new, exciting twist to the world of chocolate. They also maintain close contact with local farmers and their families and pay them a wage above market value. Parliament Chocolate's team thus ensures that the hard work and dedication of the farmers is fairly rewarded and that the cocoa beans for their chocolate are of excellent quality. Because only good social, agricultural and economic values result in great chocolate.
Svenska Kakaobolaget
Svenska Kakaobolaget consists of the two Bean-To-Bar Chocolate Maker Ulrika and Fredrik from Sweden, who founded their company in 2014. They have found their mission in producing special and unique chocolate that goes against the traditional mainstream and where every bite is an experience. They therefore attach great importance to finding cocoa beans with unusual and special flavours from all over the world.
Twenty-Four Blackbirds
After 10 years of working in science, Mike Orlando lacked ways to express his creativity. He started to try all sorts of hobbies until he finally came across the manufacturing process of bean-to-bar chocolate. Just a year later, Mike decided to quit his job, with a little money saved, and became one of the few bean-to-bar chocolate makers in his country.
What began in the kitchen at home is now a small, artisan chocolate company that strives to bring high quality products to its customers. The cocoa beans are sorted under strict quality standards, processed in a high quality and poured into fine bars without further additives!
Timbercoast
No, they are not bean-to-bar exhibitors, but they are the ones who are responsible for the beans making it over the ocean all the way over to our chocolate exhibitors.
Timbercoast stands for sustainable maritime transport. At EuroBean 2019, they will present the subject of climate-friendly goods transport with wind power and show their own sailed rum, grain and gin.
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