Chocolate is more than flavor.
"The world is full of experiences waiting to be noticed. Sometimes all we need is a reason to slow down long enough to see them."
- Dr. Kalei Ross
Gourmand Award-
Winning Author
Sensory Wellness
Specialist
Chocolate
Educator
Wife. Mother.
Follower of Christ.
Meet Kalei Ross, PsyD
I'm a writer, chocolate educator, and sensory wellness specialist with a background in clinical psychology and neuropsychology.
Over the years, I've become increasingly interested in how attention, perception, and sensory experience influence the way we remember, connect, and make meaning of the world around us.
But first, it started with curiosity about chocolate - and a desire to understand it beyond what ends up in the bar.
Storytelling Through Cacao
Through my travels, I've had the privilege of visiting cacao-growing regions, interviewing makers, and learning from people whose lives are deeply connected to chocolate.
My two books explore different places, but share a common thread: the people, the culture, and the sensory experiences behind chocolate.
My Journey ...
I've interviewed chocolate makers, presented at international events, explored cacao-growing regions, and collaborated within the specialty chocolate industry.
These experiences have shaped the perspective that informs my writing-and continue to deepen my appreciation for the connections between people, place, and sensory experience.
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