18th Hour: Chocolate from Bean to Bar

Suggested Donation: $5 members, $10 general public

Like chocolate? This Thursday, Aaron Foster of Taza Chocolate will educate us on the Mesoamerican tradition of chocolate making and how it has been combined with modern production methods in a socially conscious way.

Guests will sample a selection of Taza's bars, cocoa nibs, beans, and discs and wash them down with farm fresh milk from Straus Family Creamery. Aaron will then gather the group to discuss Taza's traditional methods of stone grinding.

This event is a great opportunity to learn about the bean-to-bar movement and appreciate the flavors of artisanal chocolate's cutting edge.


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18 Reasons Memberships now available!

Become a member of 18 Reasons - a not-for-profit organization - and along with our eternal thanks, you'll receive invitations to members-only tastings, dinners, and art openings, as well as a special thank you gift from some fine establishments in the neighborhood. More importantly, you'll help keep this space alive.

Memberships cost $40 and are available at 18 Reasons and at Bi-Rite Market, or by email to info [at] 18reasons.org. Members receive a card which is good for one year, and which you can use for a one time promotion at each of the following businesses:

* free single scoop at Bi-Rite Creamery
* free rental at Fayes Video and Espresso Bar
* $5 off a pizza at Delfina Pizzeria
* $5 gift card to Dolores Park Cafe
* $5 gift card to Bi-Rite Market
* $5 gift card to Tartine

That's $30 worth of great food and movies plus a membership for $40! Thanks to these local businesses for helping support 18 Reasons.