Cocoa indulgence

摘要

Once considered a food of the gods by aztec and mayan cultures, chocolate today is an affordable indulgence with some health benefits that has retained its popularity even during rough economic times. According to Santa Monica, Calif.-based IBISWorld, total chocolate industry revenue increased 2.5 percent this year to more than $15.5 billion, and the market research firm expects consumer demand to continue to grow during the next five years.