Over the past couple of years the term “artisan” seems to have permeated the consciousness of America. It’s not hard to go to your local gourmet store or Whole Foods and see the term on many products. Everything from cheese, to body care products and of course, chocolate….”artisan”. This begs the question, “What does this term imply?”

If you check with trusted sources whether it be a dictionary or Wikipedia, the term artisan means a product that is hand crafted using traditional methods, resulting something distinct and of the highest quality. We are realizing and appreciating the art of the craft, the quality of ingredients, as opposed to “mass production”.

At The Chocolate Nation, we search the United States for chocolatiers who embrace these values in their craft. We look for artisans that use the finest and freshest ingredients, no preservatives and who are committed to fair and responsible business practices.