When the halls of the China International Import Expo in Shanghai buzz with deals and demos, they also inspire unexpected stories of creativity. 🍫✨
In the latest episode of CGTN’s CEO’s China Journal, we meet Jean-Luc Dupont, a master chocolatier who flew to the expo to hunt for fresh ideas. “I wanted to dive into local tastes,” he explains with a grin. And dive he did, experimenting with oolong tea, fragrant osmanthus, and the gentle kick of Sichuan peppercorn.
Back in his workshop, those flavors transformed into bite-sized marvels: glossy truffles swirled with tea-infused ganache and dark chocolate bonbons dusted with osmanthus petals. Each piece tells a story of cultural exchange, blending Belgian chocolate craftsmanship with ingredients from the Chinese mainland. 🌍🍃
“Chocolate is like a blank canvas,” says Dupont. “When you add the aroma of jasmine tea or the hint of red bean, it becomes a bridge between worlds.” His new creations are set to launch across Asia, offering chocolate lovers a taste of that cross-cultural spark.
For young entrepreneurs and foodies alike, Dupont’s journey is a reminder: inspiration can strike anywhere—even amid the buzz of an international expo. So next time you bite into something sweet, ask yourself: what story could be waiting inside? 😉
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Master chocolatier inspired by Chinese tastes for new creations
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