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It all started with our founder, Alegría - leading a reforestation project in the Jaboncillo Mountain of Manabí. We hope you love it as much as we do.

During her experience, she tasted the richness of the heirloom "nacional" cacao, a native gem in her homeland. Alegría went on to dream of a flourishing cacao community. Along her journey, Melissa and Briana joined her and have participated in turning the dream into reality. We present a portal that allows you to step into the heart of cacao and discover its healing properties. We want to thank you for choosing our cacao to be a part of your life!

11/11/2025

Should cacao be shiny ? ✨
Tempering gives chocolate its shine — but it also reduces cacao’s natural benefits.
Our Cacao Chunks skip that step. By keeping them untempered and minimally processed, we maintain the cacao bean’s natural antioxidants, minerals, and theobromine content — the very compounds that support focus, energy, and heart expansion.

Simply melt in boiled water, whisk with handheld electroc foamer, and enjoy your daily dose of pure cacao wellness 🌿

11/05/2025

a cup of the cacao portal ceremonial cacao — tune in and soften into the day 🌞

What we love most about cacao is how it bridges two worlds.

🪄Spiritually, it’s known as a gentle heart opener — a plant ally that helps us feel more connected, compassionate, and present. But science 🔬gives us another layer to that story:

Cacao contains theobromine, a compound that naturally widens blood vessels and improves circulation. It’s also full of magnesium (for relaxation) and phenylethylamine, a molecule that boosts mood and focus. Together, they create that calm yet uplifted feeling that so many describe as “heart-opening.”

Maybe that’s what true magic is — when ancient wisdom and modern science start speaking the same language 🤎.

10/31/2025

Gratitude is a frequency — and cacao helps us tune in. 🤎
As we open our hearts with each sip, we soften into presence, remembrance, and connection.

Our daily ritual begins simply: warm cacao, deep breath, clear intention.
May this moment ground you in gratitude. Are you excited for what this holiday season holds ?

10/29/2025

Two expressions of the same essence — rich, pure, and heart-opening 🤎
Our signature 250g ceremonial cacao is now joined by a compact 80g edition: the perfect introduction to cacao ritual and a meaningful gift for those you cherish.

10/22/2025

Just cacao — and it speaks for itself. 🍫⁠
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These 250g ceremonial-grade chunks are made from 100% cacao mass (aka cacao paste) — no sugar, no additives, just the whole bean, stone-ground to preserve its natural cacao butter and full flavor integrity.⁠
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Crafted from Complejo Nacional cacao, this batch is rich, smooth, and surprisingly bright — with floral aromas and fruity notes that set it apart from anything you’d call “just chocolate.”⁠
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Not dark chocolate. This is the raw material — bold, expressive, and made for ritual, reflection, or your favorite cacao moment.⁠
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Top-down view, complex experience. ⬇️✨

10/15/2025

Two hands. One cup. A quiet moment shared.
At The Cacao Portal, ritual isn’t about performance — it’s about presence.✨

Whether in solitude or among others, the act of sharing cacao invites us to slow down, to listen, and to connect — with ourselves, and with each other.

Cacao has long been a tool for community and clarity. In its simplicity, it reminds us that meaning is often found in the small, intentional moments.
This is more than a drink. It’s a way in.

10/10/2025

Ceremonial cacao is more than nourishment — it’s a revered plant ally, rich in compounds that support heart, mind, and spirit.

✨ Theobromine – A gentle stimulant that energizes and enhances focus, without the crash of caffeine. ✨ Anandamide – The “bliss molecule” that supports emotional balance and a sense of peaceful joy. ✨ Magnesium – Deeply calming, this mineral relaxes the body and soothes the nervous system.

Modern research continues to affirm what ancestral traditions have long known: cacao may support cognitive function, mood regulation, and cardiovascular health. 🍫🧠💓

06/01/2025

Summer is here 🌅
And with it comes all the play, enjoyment and nature exploration in the sea, mountains and lakes 🤍

Today is also June 1st! The first of the month calling us to do an Abundance Ritual 🍀

So light a white candle 🕯️
Prepare your cup of our ceremonial- grade cacao ☕️
Season it with some cinnamon to represent abundance 🪷
Add some honey to bring in the sweetness 🐝
Take your pen and paper 📝 and let it all flow 🌀

Connect trough writing and affirmations to what you want to bring in for this new season while allowing the candle to transmute energy into power.

05/21/2025

Our Ceremonial- grade Cacao and Men’s health ? How does it interact 🙋‍♂️

There are many benefits to men’s health when drinking out functional ceremonial- grade cacao 💪🏽

🔹Improves heart health and lowers inflammation due to its highly available antioxidants ❤️
🔹Cacao energizes and supports testosterone production thanks to zinc and other flavonoids. 🏃‍♂️
🔹 Aids in muscle recovery with its high magnesium content assisting muscle relaxation. 🏋️
🔷Drinking a cup of our Ceremonial- grade Cacao can give you razor sharp focus without the after crash 🧠

03/31/2025

A cup half full isn’t just about perspective—it’s about what you choose to fill it with. Ceremonial-grade cacao is rich in theobromine, a natural mood booster that promotes clarity and heart-opening energy. Packed with antioxidants and magnesium, it supports relaxation, focus, and overall well-being. More than a drink, it’s a daily ritual to cultivate positivity from the inside out.

03/08/2025

Celebrating the power, strength, and beauty of women everywhere today and every day! ✨🌸 Here’s to the women who nourish, uplift, and inspire us—may your hearts be as warm as the cacao we sip, and your spirit as vibrant as the world you create. Happy International Women’s Day! 💖 ”

02/10/2025

The power of coming together.

This fresh start of the week, let’s reflect on all the nourishment that comes from sharing ceremonial- grade cacao ☕️
To sit, to picnic to converse and make time for each other is a great act of love.
Cacao can make these moments all the more special!

We truly hope you enjoyed your weekend and refueled with loved ones and friends🤎.

Happy Monday 🙌🏽

Address

10850 Providence Road #1020
Charlotte, IL
28277

Telephone

+12245631116

Website

http://www.thecacaoportal.com/

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