News, notes, recommendations and more from around Santa Cruz County food & drink via Lookout correspondent Lily Belli.

The region’s chocolate enthusiasts came together Saturday for an event that satisfied the sweet tooth. Discover more at ...

This chocolatey treat may have started a debate on what can really be called a king cake. But one thing everyone can agree on ...

The price of raw cocoa, chocolate’s key ingredient, has surged by 200% over the past year, a hike fueled by climate change.