Mars Opens Submissions for the 2024 Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant to Support Organizations Dedicated to Exploring and Sharing Chocolate’s Global Impact  NEWARK, NJ (August 28, 2023)–Mars, Incorporated, a leader in confectionery, snacking, food, and pet care products and services and the maker of some of the world’s most-loved high-quality brands, including M&M’S®, SNICKERS®, BEN’S ORIGINAL™, PEDIGREE®, and IAMS®, announced today that it is currently accepting submissions for its 2024 Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant through October 28, 2023.   The ..read more

Creative Summer Salads and Salad Dressings With summer in full swing, we are excited to mix it up with our summer salads and try something new! What makes a perfect, refreshing and nutritious summer salad? We are looking to create vibrant bowls of goodness that are not only a feast for the eyes but also offer a delightful explosion of flavors. But what truly elevates a salad to greatness? The answer lies in the selection of creative (and fresh!)  ingredients and the perfect dressing. We’ll explore some inventive salad combinations and the best dressings to accompany them, helping you crea ..read more

Hi friends, Do you have any special occasions coming up soon? An event that might require a cake? We absolutely love traditional cakes but are excited to mix it up a bit and turn our cakes into homemade cake pops.  Cake pops are festive and as equally delicious as traditional cake, and are really fun to eat. They are also good to keep in mind when the cake you are baking doesn’t turn out exactly as planned (i.e. a bit sunken in the middle or over-baked. Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us).  To get started, you need cake. And while you can use any cake recipe, we love using a c ..read more

Hello friends, As summer approaches, nothing beats the heat quite like a cool, icy treat. Which is why we love Granita! Classic Sicilian granita has captivated taste buds around the world. This frosty concoction boasts a rich history dating back centuries, and its simple yet complex flavors make it a versatile indulgence. Join us on a journey through time as we explore the origins of granita, learn how to make granita at home, and discover some popular granita flavor variations to tantalize your taste buds! The Origins of Granita  The history of granita traces its roots to the island of S ..read more

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to show our Moms just how much we love and appreciate them.  There are so many gift options being presented to us and we thought we’d narrow it down a bit for you. We really love personal and homemade gifts so here are a few of our favorites that will surely make your Mom feel loved and cherished. Flowers for Her Garden: Instead of a bouquet of cut flowers this year, why not consider gifting Mom a flowering plant that can be replanted in her yard? Your local nursery can help you select something seasonal and local to your a ..read more

Key lime pie is a classic dessert that has been a favorite in the United States for over a century. The sweet and tangy pie is named after the small Key limes that grow in the Florida Keys, where the pie originated. It has gained popularity over time and is really quite easy to make. Here we share a bit more of its history and a few of our tips for a perfect pie filling and crust every time. The History of Key Lime Pie Key lime pie has been around since the late 1800s when it was first made by settlers in the Florida Keys. The pie was originally made with condensed milk, which was a staple in ..read more

Do you ever find yourself endlessly scrolling through Pinterest or flipping through cookbooks in search of the perfect chocolate recipe? It can be overwhelming and time-consuming, especially if you’re not a seasoned baker. Don’t worry, there are easy chocolate recipes available that taste like they took all day to make, but in reality, they require only five ingredients or less and no baking! Here are three of our favorite, impressive-yet-easy chocolate dessert recipes: Chocolate Mousse: If you’re looking for a dessert that is both elegant and easy to make, chocolate mousse is a perfect choice ..read more

What Makes a Great Chocolate Chip Cookie? A Few Things Actually… Are you looking for the best chocolate cookie recipe? You have to answer a few questions first. Do you like soft or chewy chocolate chip cookies? How about milk chocolate chips or rich dark chocolate chunks? Do you like to finish your cookies with a bit of sea salt?   Well, we think a lot of things make truly great chocolate chip cookies.  We thought we’d share what we’ve learned to help you find your favorite cookie recipe: Fluffy Cookies: If you like soft chocolate chip cookies, we suggest using 75% cake fl ..read more

Hello friends, We love cooking and are always looking for new, easy (and delicious) brunch recipes and fresh ideas for entertaining. We like to give brunch planning the time and attention it deserves as it really is, in our opinion, the most special meal of the week.  Here are a few things we incorporate into our brunch planning. Setting a Brunch Table Consider a tablecloth: They may seem more formal, but using a tablecloth creates a beautiful canvas for your table decor. There is no need to save them for just holidays. Brunch deserves the special treatment as well!   Incorpora ..read more

On February 23rd , 2021, AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate had the pleasure of hosting a live stream event featuring James Beard award winning author Adrian Miller entitled “Does Soul Food Need a Warning Label?”. Miller traced the journey of soul food from West Africa to the American West by showing what people of West African heritage ate before European contact, during The Middle Passage, during slavery in the American South, after Emancipation, and while migrating and settling in other parts of the United States. He also shared details and origins of some of his favorite soul food dishes as ..read more