Location
VIRIDIANA’S
Hacienda RC
Hacienda RC isn’t your average cocoa farm. Sure, it grows cocoa, but it’s also a haven for wildlife and a hub of innovation.
MEET VIRIDIANA
Viridiana de la Cruz is the dedicated leader of Hacienda RC, blending her family’s rich cocoa-growing heritage with a passion for sustainability and conservation.
A Journey Through Mexico’s Cocoa Farms
In May 2024, we went deep into the cocoa heartland of Mexico to visit the farms that inspire everything we do. What we found? A tapestry of knowledge, love, and sustainable ambition.
Visit day
24/05
Location
MEXICO
BUILDING SUSTAINABILITY
AT HACIENDA RC
Hacienda RC needed a cacao bean dryer so we helped them build it!
It’s a crucial piece of equipment for the cocoa process. It ensures beans dry evenly and quickly, protecting them from mould or spoilage — so the farmers can improve productivity and guarantee quality cocoa.
It’s a crucial piece of equipment for the cocoa process. It ensures beans dry evenly and quickly, protecting them from mould or spoilage — so the farmers can improve productivity and guarantee quality cocoa.
VIRIDIANA’s Favorite Cocoa Recipe
Baking another one of our friend’s favourite desserts! Try at home Viridiana’s Swiss Roll!
What VIRIDIANA Says
About Cocoa Circle
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Working with Cocoa Circle has transformed our farm, allowing us to thrive while sharing our story with the world.
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Grab Your Aprons
Find your favourite cocoa recipes and let’s make it happen!
The Cocoa Stories
Sift through our Cocoa Stories to find farmer stories, inspiring recipes and insights into all things cocoa.
