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NearyNógs: Ireland’s First Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Makers | Interview with Dorothy at NWCF 2025
Dorothy from NearyNógs Stoneground Chocolate shares about their Irish roots and their unique flavors

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Oct 161 min read
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Jessica & Christian of Orinoco Chocolate Co. | The River, The Roots, The Flavors | NWCF 2025
Jessica and Christian from Orinoco Chocolate Co, share how the Orinoco River inspired the start of something truly flavorful

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Oct 161 min read
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Pacific Bean-to-Bar Chocolate | Interview with Tom from Ao Cacao at NW Chocolate Festival 2025
Ao Cacao brings Pacific cacao origins to the world through their bean-to-bar chocolate

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Oct 161 min read
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Flavor Meets Origin: Hapa Chocolat’s Creative Approach | Interview at NW Chocolate Festival 2025
Charlotte from Hapa Chocolat shares how she brings out unique flavors in single-origin chocolate

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Oct 161 min read
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Ara Chocolat: Venezuelan Roots, Parisian Craft | Northwest Chocolate Festival 2025
Sabrina from Ara Chocolat shares how her chocolate highlights her Venezuelan roots.

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Oct 161 min read
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Melissa Coppel: Her Journey in the Chocolate World | Northwest Chocolate Festival 2025
World-renowned chocolatier Melissa Coppel reflected on her journey through the chocolate industry—from her early beginnings to becoming one of the most respected figures in the industry.

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Oct 161 min read
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What’s New from Metiche | Northwest Chocolate Festival 2025
Fabiola filled us in on Metiche’s newest creations—flavors that not only highlight Mexico’s rich culinary heritage but also support local communities.

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Oct 161 min read
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Kessho Unveils New Flavors & Creations | Northwest Chocolate Festival 2025
Liang from Kessho Chocolate shared exciting updates on Kessho Chocolate’s newest creations, inspired by Asian flavors she grew up with.

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Oct 161 min read
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Inside Spinnaker Chocolate: Northwest Chocolate Festival 2025
Meet Kelly from Spinnaker Chocolate

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Oct 161 min read
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Chocolate + Calm: Cocoa Sensory Sensory Wellness Tips
Yesterday I joined the ever-gracious Hannah Olsen on KATU’s Afternoon Live Show to unveil some of my favorite sensory wellness secrets...

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Apr 241 min read
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Beyond Skin-Deep: Unleashing the Power of Touch in Team Building
Illustrating that while care may seem skin-deep, their effects are far-reaching—much like the meaningful team building

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Feb 141 min read
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Cultivating Connections Through Chocolate and Tea
There's nothing like chocolate and pairing it with tea to bring people together.

Kalei Ross - inpursuitofpurity
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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Sweet Christmas Inspiration: Kalei Ross Shares Chocolate Gift Ideas on KATU’s Afternoon Live
Kalei Ross shares chocolate gift giving ideas on KATU

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Nov 21, 20241 min read
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Crafting Change Through Chocolate: How Inaru is Revolutionizing the Industry with Purpose
Interview with Janett and Erika Liriano, founders of Inaru, mission-driven chocolate business in the Dominican Republic

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Nov 11, 20241 min read
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Bringing Jamaican Flavors to Life: Interview with Nadine from Likkle More Chocolate
Interview with Nadine Burie, founder of Likkle More Chocolate in Jamaica

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Nov 11, 20241 min read
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From Tree to Bar: How Pure Chocolate Jamaica Brings Authentic Island Flavors to Life
In this interview with Rennae from Pure Chocolate Jamaica @purechocolatejamaica, we dive into Jamaica's unique tree-to-bar...

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Nov 5, 20241 min read
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Chocollor Chocolate:From Hobby to Jamaican Chocolate Haven
In this interview, we chat with the creators of Chocollor Chocolate @chocollorchocolate, the Jamaican chocolate company bringing island...

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Nov 5, 20241 min read
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Interview With Jean-Pierre From Heritage Chocolate
Kalei's interview with Jean-Pierre from Heritage Chocolate.

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Oct 28, 20241 min read
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Chocolate 101 on KATU's Afternoon Live Show
Dr. Kalei Ross has traveled the globe studying this sweet treat. She joined Hannah with interesting facts about chocolate you might not know

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May 24, 20241 min read
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Sharing My Chocolate Obsession on Valentine's Day on KATU's Afternoon Live Show
I'm beyond grateful for the opportunity to spread the love for chocolate on Valentine's Day with the amazing Hannah Olsen on...

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Feb 15, 20241 min read
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