Researchers delved into the physics of conching, the stirring process that transforms ground cacao into a meltingly smooth treat. By Veronique Greenwood What do chocolate and concrete have in common?

Smooth mixture: physicists have discovered the secret of a 140-year-old process for making chocolate. (Courtesy: Shutterstock/Kati Finell) New insights into the physics of chocolate production have ...

The science of what makes good chocolate has been revealed by researchers studying a 140-year-old mixing technique. Scientists have uncovered the physics behind the process - known as conching - which ...

Have you ever experienced that perfect moment when a piece of handmade chocolate melts on your tongue, releasing waves of complex flavors? Creating artisanal chocolate goes far beyond mixing cocoa and ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. The chocolate-making conche was named ...