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In the world of chocolate, chocolate machines are like magical helpers. They're super important in making the delicious chocolate we love. These remarkable machines are like the superheroes behind the scenes, the backbone of chocolate production. These machines ensure we receive top-notch and premium quality chocolate. Today, we'll dive into the world of chocolate machines to explore these appliances' craftsmanship and quality contributions. We'll learn what they do, why they're so great, and how they ensure the chocolate we enjoy is always perfect.

Mixing and Grinding

Chocolate machines are like expert chefs when mixing and grinding cocoa beans. They grind the beans just right to make a smooth chocolate paste, which is the starting point for all the delicious chocolate we eat. Chocolate machines ensure that the flavour of the cocoa beans comes out perfectly in every bite.

Tempering

Tempering is like the magic trick that makes chocolate shiny and snap when you bite into it. Chocolate machines are the wisards behind this trick. They carefully control the temperature to ensure the chocolate has the perfect texture and shine. That's why chocolate made by machines always looks so beautiful and tastes fantastic.

Moulding

Ever wonder how chocolate bars get their shape? Chocolate machines are the answer! They pour melted chocolate into moulds, turning it into bars, candies, and various assorted shapes. With these machines, every chocolate treat looks just right, ready to make mouths water.

Enrobing

Enrobing is like dressing up chocolate in a tasty coat. These machines are like fashion designers for chocolate. They coat nuts, fruits, and other yummy things with a layer of chocolate, making them even more delicious. Chocolate machines make every bite a delightful blend of flavours and textures.

Cooling and Packaging

After making all those tasty chocolates, they need time to cool down. These machines help with that, too. They cool the chocolates so they keep their perfect shape and texture. And when it's time to share these treats with the world, chocolate machines help package them up, making sure they look as good on the outside as they taste on the inside.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Like any superhero, chocolate machines need a little TLC to do their job well. Regular cleaning keeps them in tip-top shape, ensuring no leftover chocolate gets in the way. And with a bit of maintenance now and then, chocolate machines can keep churning out delicious treats for years to come.

Pasadena has its own artisanal chocolate manufactory! CAR opened their chocolate café earlier this year. They make their chocolate bars in small batches at the same location. First, they source their high quality cacao beans from different regions and make sure that farmers are paid a high premium. They process the beans to bring out the unique flavor profile of the beans.

Score: 33/50

Food: 4/5 – The selection is limited but they bake their own croissants, Danish, and chocolate chip cookies. Even more impressive, they use their own chocolate in the pain au chocolat. Oh and they have avocado toast.

Coffee: 5/5 – They use Unity Coffee, a fair-trade roaster. The latte foam art was very nice. I was skeptical about the idea of adding chocolate to a latte but I was pleasantly surprised. First, the latte foam art was very nice. Second, they used dark chocolate so the drink wasn’t too sweet. Third, the drink was balanced. I could taste the chocolate and the coffee.

Wi-fi: 5/5 – Free, secure, unlimited. Ask for the password. It seemed stable and fast.

Ambiance: 4/5 – Nice looking, modern – wood counters, brick walls, plants, lots of lights. On the small side because the kitchen takes up so much space  

Noise: 5/5 – Quiet

Plugs: 0/5 – Didn’t see any

Parking: 3/5 – Mostly free two hour parking

Comfort: 4/5 – Smaller tables, wood stools, not the most comfortable. But they have blinds for the windows and umbrellas for the outdoor seating.

Bathroom: 0/5 – Don’t think they have one

Art: 3/5 – Didn’t see any but maybe they’ll add some later

Tips: They sell chocolate bars and plants. You can order their chocolate from their website and even sign up for a subscription.  

Pasadena has its own artisanal chocolate manufactory! CAR opened their chocolate café earlier this year. They make their chocolate bars in small batches at the same location. First, they source their high quality cacao beans from different regions and make sure that farmers are paid a high premium. They process the beans to bring out the unique flavor profile of the beans.

The café is interesting because you can buy their chocolate bars there but they also use their chocolate in beverages and baked goods. The pastry selection is limited but they focus on quality. During my visit, they had butter croissants, pain au chocolat and one type of Danish. I was hoping to try their chocolate chip cookies but they didn’t have any that day.

Pain au chocolat ($5.50): Very nice, thin buttery layers, quality chocolate, light crispiness – more chocolate, please

Chocolatte ($6): I was skeptical about the idea of adding chocolate to a latte but I was pleasantly surprised. First, the latte foam art was very nice. Second, they used dark chocolate so the drink wasn’t too sweet. Third, the drink was balanced. I could taste the chocolate and the coffee.

Service was interesting – super friendly. I was ready to place my order and head out the door but the owner started talking about the chocolate making process and he gave me samples of all the bars they had for sale. He was very talkative. I went back inside to return the cup and the chocolate maker had a lot of say about his chocolate making process. The chocolate bars were really good – each one had distinct flavor notes. The bars are $11 each.

Visit their website to sign up for the chocolate subscription service or to order their chocolate. The café is smallish because the kitchen is huge. There’s indoor and outdoor seating. Parking in that area is mostly limited to 2 hours (free). They have free secure wi-fi.

4.5 out of 5 stars.