Bean-to-Bar in American
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Craft chocolate has blossomed in the last decade. One look at our Wall of Bars will give you a sense of the growth, quality and creativity that’s been nothing short of exciting. Come learn about what it means to make chocolate from beginning to end. Hear about fascinating new origins, intriguing flavor combinations and rigorous technique as we taste selections from 5 makers we’re bringing in just for American Craft Chocolate Week.
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Cocoa + Co. is now the latest chapter in Kim's long and varied career.
She started out as an advertising creative before moving into brand management and consulting for Fortune 500 companies. After eight years in the wine industry, Kim began to focus on supporting sustainable agriculture through education and assistance to start-ups. She is a past chairman of the American Institute of Wine & Food here in Chicago, a mentor at 1871, and a founding member of SLoFIG, a network of angel investors working to improve the local food system.
Kim holds a BA from Dartmouth College, an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management and an AA in graphic art. She has received her sommelier certificate and is a frequent speaker on wine, chocolate and sustainable agriculture.