A Comprehensive Guide to Filipino Chocolate, Brazilian Brigadeiros, and Artisan Gifting Events

When you think of the Philippines, you think of things like mangoes, bananas, adobo, and maybe even singing. You would never think that the Philippines made its own chocolate, much less grow it. Chocolate is usually associated with the likes of Germany, Belgium, and Switzerland – European countries that do not grow cacao beans at all. That being said, here's a look at what Filipino chocolate is really like and why it deserves your attention as much as chocolate from other countries.

History and the Philippine Cacao Industry

Cacao is actually not native to the Philippines. During the Spanish colonial period, cacao plants from Latin America were brought over to the Philippines on regular trade ships known as galleons between Manila and Acapulco. Due to the similarity in climate between Central America and the Philippines, the industry flourished. Today, Filipino chocolate is produced in three main regions:

• The Davao Region: The largest producer, home to at least 20,000 hectares of cacao farms. It is now recognized as the chocolate capital of the Philippines.
• Central Visayas: Home to only 1% of all cacao grown in the country, featuring a relatively small collection of cacao farmers and chocolate producers.
• Batangas: Known for its cacao which is usually turned into tablea de cacao and is considered a local delicacy.

Leading Filipino Chocolate Brands

Among Filipino chocolate brands, Malagos Chocolate stands out. Malagos is known mostly for its dark chocolate bars and has won numerous awards in the International Chocolate Awards. Auro Chocolate is another well-known chocolate brand in the Philippines. Auro, like Malagos, has received several medals and prioritizes external partnerships over commercial sales. This close relationship between chocolate makers and farmers gives Filipino chocolate an artisanal quality.

Discovering Brazilian Brigadeiros

Meet a chocolate confection so smooth, intense and creamy, it impresses even the most devoted chocolate lover. Brazilian brigadeiros never fail to surprise and delight. Made with 100% natural, quality ingredients, each bite offers deep, luxurious flavors. Brigadeiro chocolate is a classic Brazilian confection shared at every celebration, bringing people together with every bite. Hand-made and unique, these tasty chocolate truffles make the perfect appreciation gift.

Corporate Gifting and Team Building Events

Looking for the perfect Corporate Chocolate Gifting idea? We provide Team Building Events & Activities, including the best Chocolate Making + Tasting Events. These serve as an excellent present as a corporate appreciation gift to let your partners or team know how much their hard work means to you and the business. We can even customize boxes or gift bags with your logo, or deliver baskets filled with chocolates on behalf of your company to create a polished, professional look.

Gourmet Gift Set Composition

For those interested in high-quality gifting, here is a breakdown of what a typical Gourmet Gift Set includes:

We’ll take care of delivering your gifts across the US and internationally, ensuring they arrive safely, no matter the distance. For warmer destinations, we include heat protection to maintain the quality and presentation of every gift, so they’re received exactly as intended.