If there is a delicacy that combines flavor with enjoyment, that is the chocolate and one of its first formats was developed in the form of chocolate. Legend has it that the the origin of this exquisite bite dates back to the XNUMXth century, after a king's request Louis XIV to your personal pastry chef. It occurred to him to make some fruits dipped in chocolate. As he tasted them, the monarch exclaimed "Bon bon!" ("Good, good" in Spanish). From then until today, this small piece of sweet is known as chocolate. And since we talk about origins and history, we must talk about Trapa Chocolates, a Palencia company that created that first delicacy in Spain. Let's get to know it!
Pioneer with tradition and innovation
Cocoa, from its origins, has been considered a good brought by the gods. Not in vain the legend says that the aztec god Quetzalcoatl He gifted men with their most important possession: cocoa. It was treated as a sacred food that everyone wanted to taste. The Aztec Moctezuma shared it with Hernán Cortés as a symbol of peace and it was the latter who introduced it to Spain; and from there to the rest of Europe.
Under that premise of exquisite food, Chocolates from La Trapa en December of 1891. It all started with a group of monks in the Trappist Monastery of San Isidro (San Isidro de Dueñas, Palencia). Years later, in 1960, the circus community sold both the factory and all the elaboration formulas. And it is in 1964 when the society of Trapa chocolates.
What ever sought was to adapt to the market, reinvent itself, evolve. Thus, in accordance with what was in style at that time, in 1969 they began with the making chocolates. It was the pioneering firm in the creation of the first Spanish chocolate. To this end, they collaborated with the Italian brand Societa Alemagna in Milan to create the still existing «Very sweet ».
From its creation to the present, it has been acquired by different companies, its image has evolved ... but always being faithful to the same: offer the consumer a quality product and according to your interests. They even diversified and in 2000 they opened to the miel. They have only grown and positioned themselves at the top of the Spanish chocolate industry. Since 2013 they belong to the group Europraline.
The respect to the environment
If there is something that characterizes Trapa Chocolates, in addition to the quality of its products, is the commitment to the environment. With projects such as “Plantando Futuro Contigo” they seek the reforestation of Spanish forests. Keeping forests alive is important "for the proper development of many crops, so if we don't help the environment, they could be threatened", as stated on their website; and in that could include cocoa. In addition, from the company They seek to end the oil palm plantations, as it is not only detrimental to our health, but also to biodiversity.
All these values are reflected in the way of production of the renowned chocolate brand. In fact, the latest release called Trap Collection -a range of chocolate bars-, it comes packaged in 100% recyclable cardboard, is elaborated gluten-free and it contains neither hydrogenated fats nor trans fatty acids.
Trap Collection It is made up of five chocolate bars that meet the characteristics mentioned a couple of lines back. Cuban Tres Guitar of them are Elaborated with pure cocoa in high percentages (95%, 85% and 74%), and the two others are milk chocolate -one of them lactose free-.
Varied catalog of Chocolates Trapa
From chocolates to nougat, through chocolates for the little ones or tablets of different flavors, Vang It has a wide range of chocolate products. With 0% added sugars, in bulk, to be used in confectionery and even with stevia; there are formats for all tastes and for all ages at very reasonable prices.
As you can see, Trapa Chocolates has a history that has always been linked to tradition at the same time as to innovation. They kept the essence of the making of the monks who preceded them while satisfying - and satisfying - the needs of the consumer. And you, which tablets do you like the most? If you haven't been able to try any yet, we encourage you to do so.
