University of Leicester lecturer reveals how chocolate was ‘hot
property’ in 17th century – and subject to rules for safe consumption
The first English recipes for iced chocolate desserts,
nearly 350 years old, have been uncovered by a lecturer at the University of
Leicester – just in time for the last of the summery weather.
But it seems that in the 17th century, these chilly treats
were believed to be as dangerous as they were delightful.