On 2/10/2016 at 0:46 PM, JTravel said:It's cold here now, evenings were warmer a couple of weeks ago. Thoughts may turn to a cup of hot coffee, or in my case, a mug of hot chocolate. You are in the Right place. Known for both coffee and chocolate, the state of Oaxaca provides the capital city with both.
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The big player in town (and country?) for chocolate is Mayordomo
Thanks for this. I'm really enjoying the information, and the photos. Wonderful.
As for Mayordomo chocolate - I sure wish it were easier to get in the US. I haven't exactly spent countless hours and sleepless nights looking, but I have made an effort, and couldn't find it through any of my usual sources - like MexGrocer online, and the many Mexican markets here in Houston. I've found it for sale from individuals on ebay, but at quite a hefty premium. For years, I've dragged back several pounds each Mexico visit. It keeps in the freezer quite well.
However, more recently, I have discovered the excellent stone-ground Mexican chocolate from Rancho Gordo, and no longer miss Mayordomo quite so much.
http://www.ranchogordo.com/products/chocolate-stoneground-chocolate
Most norteamericanos do use milk to mix their hot chocolate drinks, but I prefer water - at least I do so long as I have some whipped cream handy. That way, I can sip the strong dark chocolate up through the cool sweet cream. For me, it's the best of both worlds.