The Magical Process Behind Oaxacan Chocolate

Cacao is serious business in Oaxaca. It’s sold in all outdoor markets and there are even several international companies based in Oaxaca that are dedicated to selling cacao and chocolate products. It’s one of the only places in the world with such a strong and visible cacao consuming culture. This is not your Abuelita’s powdered hot chocolate you find in the grocery store. This is some serious shit! In this video by Wilmo55, we venture to the village of Teotitlan del Valle outside of Oaxaca and see what goes into this delicious beverage.