The History of Chocolate (Radio Edit)
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12/26/20
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Greg Jenner is joined by chocolate historian Alex Hutchinson and British TV legend Richard Osman to explore the culinary and cultural history of chocolate.
How did cacao become chocolate and find its way into our shops and hearts?
A Muddy Knees Media production for BBC Radio 4.
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Produced by Cornelius Mendez Scripted and researched by Greg Jenner
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