by Republic of Cacao | May 25, 2026 | Blog, In the World, News, USA
From Origin to Inspiration: My Journey Through Ecuador with República del Cacao By: Daniella Lea Rada – Executive Pastry Chef at Signia by Hilton Atlanta and República del Cacao Ally Chef There are moments in a chef's career that change you forever...
by Republic of Cacao | October 11, 2025 | Blog, In the World, USA
Discovering Chocolate at the Source: A Journey Through Ecuador This trip transforms how people see chocolate. It reveals the heartbeat behind every chocolate bar—the farmers, the land, the culture. Being Ecuadorian, there is a special kind of joy in welcoming clients...
by Republic of Cacao | May 15, 2025 | Events, USA
Gonzo Jiménez: Modern Techniques and Latin American Flavors – USA In the heart of the happiest place on Earth, Chef Gonzo Jiménez held the demonstration «Modern Techniques and Latin American Flavors» for Disney pastry chefs. It was a...
by Republic of Cacao | January 28, 2025 | Chefs and Gastronomy, Events, USA
Cayman Cookout 2025 by Gonzo Jiménez The Cayman Cookout 2025, hosted at the stunning Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, was nothing short of a culinary spectacle. This prestigious event brought together some of the most influential chefs from the U.S. and around the world,...
by Republic of Cacao | November 25, 2024 | Chefs and Gastronomy, USA
A Culinary Journey Through Ecuador: Discovering the Secrets of Cacao Day 1: La Fábrica – The Factory Amidst the crisp winds of Quito and a visit from a few llamas, our travelers prepared to begin their chocolate journey at the República del Cacao factory in Quito. The...
by Republic of Cacao | November 23, 2024 | Events, USA
Cacao, Gift of the Gods: Bridging the Past and the Present. República del Cacao was part of an exciting movement led by the Fine Cacao and Chocolate Institute, a scholar-led research organization that seeks to reduce information asymmetry in the cacao and chocolate...
