República del Cacao in Japan, Strengthening Cooperation in International Markets
We are a local brand with global impact. Fine aroma cocoa is part of our Latin American heritage, and we are proud to be promoters of its history in communities around the world. With this purpose in mind, a few weeks ago our chocolates were part of a special event at the Valrhona Japan facility in Tokyo.
The event was attended by 3 members of the Embassy of Ecuador in Japan, the Ambassador, the Second Secretary and the Secretary to the Ambassador, and also with the participation of 22 chefs from Valrhona Japan.
The products that were part of this great event were our Amazon Dark Chocolate 75%, our Ecuador White Chocolate 31%, and our Ecuador Milk Chocolate 40% Caramelized, with which the participating chefs developed 3 delicious desserts. Additionally, with our Ecuador Dark Chocolate 56%, our Ecuador Dark Chocolate 56% Fluid and our Cocoa Nibs, the chefs also developed tastings through which the Ambassador and his team were able to learn and appreciate all the characteristics of a product as unique as fine aroma chocolate.
The objective of the event was to strengthen relations with the Ecuadorian Embassy in Japan, in order to develop the presence of our products and achieve greater collaboration between markets. For the attendees this was an event like no other, through which they were able to learn more about Ecuador and all the possibilities that can be developed with the production of a local product with global impact.
CANADA
Canada consolidated its position this year as a key market in República del Cacao's international expansion, with the official launch of the brand in Montreal and Toronto, two cities renowned for their diverse gastronomic scene and high professional standards.
These events were led by Andrea López, our corporate chef at República del Cacao, who spearheaded the brand presentation, accompanied by chef Javier Guillén. Together, they shared with customers and potential customers a direct approach to our brand's culinary philosophy and the essence of Latin American chocolate.
One of the highlights of this visit was the creation of a dessert buffet, designed and executed by Andrea as a demonstration of the technical potential, versatility, and functionality of chocolate in professional applications. The proposal included chocolates with different fillings, mini desserts with multiple textures, petit fours, mini cookies, and mini cakes, developed with a conscious gastronomy approach, with less sugar, less fat, and a focus on highlighting the unique notes of each cocoa origin.
The activations took place in high-end gastronomic venues. In Montreal, preparations were carried out in the Sofitel's pastry shop, alongside its kitchen team. In Toronto, the work was carried out with the support of the Four Seasons team, creating a professional environment that allowed for in-depth exploration of the creative and technical potential of the products.
Beyond culinary demonstrations, these meetings allowed us to deepen our dialogue with the Canadian gastronomic community, understand market needs, and strengthen relationships in a country that particularly values the triple social, environmental, and economic impact.