MR POPPLE'S BLOG

Soy has been on the market for a long time and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. It is used in many products, from soy milk to tofu and beyond. But there are a lot of lesser known facts about soy that may make you think twice about consuming it. Let’s talk about how soy…

If you live a dairy free lifestyle, are lactose intolerant or simply just want to eat healthier, then dairy free chocolate is probably your best bet. Dairy free chocolate bars come in many different forms including dark, milk-free and so many unique flavours! Here at Mr Popple’s Chocolate our products are dairy free and lactose…

In order for chocolate to be fair for all, the promotion of sustainable farming practise is really important. Here at Mr Popple’s Chocolate, we think that every person in the chain should benefit. The Basics: Sustainable farming is a way of producing crops without depleting the soil and surrounding environment. Ethical, sustainable cacao farms are…

What does the percentage of cocoa in chocolate mean? It is a simple question that often confuses people. The cacao/cocoa content in milk and dark chocolate can range anywhere from 25% to 100%. The higher the percentage of cacao, the less additives and extra ingredients there will be in your chocolate. This means there is…

The conching process is a lesser known but super important part of making great quality chocolate. Artisanal and gourmet chocolatiers go through many steps in order to create great tasting chocolate that ticks all the boxes. Conching is one of these steps that really makes or breaks chocolate. Pardon the pun! It is a vital…

In a world where the environmental impact of our choices is becoming ever more important, Mr Popple’s Chocolate stands out as a trailblazer in sustainable packaging. We haven’t just jumped on the greenwashing bandwagon like some of the bigger companies – ever since we started the business in 2008, we have been using 100% compostable…

Eating chocolate whilst on a diet? Yes please. Keto-friendly chocolate is diet approved! The ketogenic diet has become very popular in the past few years, with more and more people jumping on board with this low carb, high fat way of eating. The keto-friendly foods options can be limiting but luckily, here at Mr Popple’s…

What is ecocide? Ecocide literally means ‘killing the environment’. Actions that could be considered ecocide include significantly damaging and/or destroying our precious ecosystems. Other instances that can be considered ecocide include jeopardising the health and/or wellbeing of a species. The human race can be incorporated into this too. By making palm oil and soy free chocolate…

6 Reasons to Support Local It’s July 2021, and that means it’s Independent Retailer Month! It’s a great time to highlight the importance of supporting smaller, local and independent businesses across the UK. This month, we want to spread awareness and bring attention to how important it is to support your local independent shops, cafes…

Celebrating the Discovery of Chocolate It has been 471 years since chocolate has been brought over to Europe, and we are celebrating….. happy birthday, chocolate! July 7th is of course our most favourite day of the year. On this day in 1550, chocolate was first brought over to Europe from South America and slowly over…