While the duties of an intern might traditionally include fetching coffee or sorting mail, such has not been my experience with KIWI magazine. I’ve been given lots of interesting work since I started a few weeks ago, including proofing our upcoming issue and writing for KiwiScoop, our online newsletter. The best assignment yet, however, came today, when I was asked to sample chocolate and write about it.

I like to think of Explorer’s Bounty’s line of organic, chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, cashews, cocoa nibs, and espresso beans as treats I can feel good about. At 70% cacao, the dark chocolate coating is rich and flavorful without being too sweet, and is a good source of beneficial antioxidants, flavonoids and iron. While the subtle flavor of the macadamia nut was somewhat overpowered by chocolate, the same coating served as a complement to the bolder cashew and espresso bean. The tiny cocoa nibs had a nice crunch, and could stand in as the perfect replacement for chocolate jimmies sprinkled over ice cream. After trying each variety, I made sure to keep these treats off my desk and out of sight – it was the only way to ensure I didn’t polish off the whole bag by the end of the day.

What makes me really happy, though, is Explorer’s Bounty’s commitment to the planet. In their support for organic farming, the company demonstrates its passion for sustainability, as well as reducing pollution and waste. In particular, they have developed equitable relationships with numerous groups including Kandu, a non-profit organization for adults with employment barriers.

You can learn more at www.explorersbounty.com. The tropical, treasure-themed website gives a great idea of what this company and their delicious, eco-friendly chocolates are all about.

-Marygrace Stergakos, Editorial Intern with KIWI Magazine

Tags: cacao, cashews, chocolate coating, chocolate covered macadamia nuts, cocoa nibs, dark chocolate, espresso bean, macadamia nut, organic chocolate, organic farming

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