I would like to take this opportunity to thank the following people for their support and assistance on this book:
Rachel Livsey, who first suggested that I write this book, and Christine McKnight, who saw the project through.
Kathryn Gordon, Abigail Lowe, Miguel Rosales, Jody Hyunmi Lee, and Alison Hodges, for reviewing the chapters in their earliest stage.
Philipp Braun, President and CEO of Albert Uster Imports, for the company’s invaluable research on the history of chocolate.
Gilles Renusson and Ciril Hitz for being so generous with their time, knowledge, and friendship.
