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Micro-manufacturer from bean to bulk chocolate ingredients.
09/29/2026
This is winnowing — one of the most satisfying steps in chocolate making. 🌬️
After roasting and cracking, the beans pass through the winnower, where air separates the precious cacao nibs from the husk. What you're seeing here are pure nibs — the heart of every EMKAO bar.
Single-origin. Small batch. No shortcuts.
7 weeks in Upstate New York, and what a journey it’s been! 🗽✨
From July 30th to September 16th, we hit the ground running across the region. We loved connecting with everyone at the BFM, Broome County Farmers Market, and Ithaca Farmers Market! 🌽🧺
Huge milestones & big highlights from our time here:
🏗️ Buildout Progress: Permitting for our buildout is officially underway!
🎉 Caribbean Festival: What a REAL success! The vibes and community energy were unmatched.
🍞 Chicky's Collab: Our collaboration with Chicky's was such a success! The best part? You can still grab an incredible chocolate sourdough loaf at Chicky's at the BFM—and 100% of all those sales go directly toward our campaign!
🍳 Face Off Food Challenge: We had the honor of sponsoring this amazing event where local chefs worked their magic using our cocoa ingredients. Absolutely delicious! 🍫
💸 Crowdfunding Update: Thanks to our incredible supporters, our campaign is currently at $15,833!
The crowdfund campaign is staying LIVE as we keep pushing toward our buildout. Every share, donation, loaf bought, and visit means the world to us. Thank you for riding with us, Upstate NY! ❤️
🔗 Link in bio to support our campaign and follow along!
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09/16/2026
Drooling over this Black Forest cake from Union Bake & Brew! A vanilla bean espresso ganache, dark chocolate ganache, cherry compote... yes please! Plus, we love that all the chocolate comes from our friends at Emkao Foods in Binghamton. What a delicious collaboration!
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Today was all about community, culture, and, let’s be real, amazing food! We are still buzzing from the energy at the 2026 "Fresh Food Face Off."
For us, being a sponsor is about more than just a logo; it’s about supporting events that celebrate dedication and talent. We are especially proud to have sponsored the dessert category, and we were completely awestruck by the culinary masterpieces created by all the chefs.
Huge congratulations to the winner, Sweetay! You truly deserved it. We are honored to have been a part of this year's incredible event. Can’t wait for the next one!
09/15/2026
TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🗓️
Get ready for the Fresh Food Face Off! Who's ready for a culinary showdown? 🧑🍳🔥
The main event kicks off tomorrow, 09.15.2026. Keep an eye on our stories for all the details.
End of season feelings at Rec Park! 🥹❤️
Today’s market was our last one here for the season, and we can’t thank this amazing community enough for all the love, support, and great conversations.
This isn’t goodbye—we’ll be back before you know it! Stay tuned to our page for updates on where to find us next, local pop-ups, and when we’ll be returning.
We love you, Binghamton! 🍫✨
Last call at Rec Park, Binghamton! 🍫✨
Tomorrow is our final day at the BFM at Rec Park for the season, and we’re bringing all your single-origin favorites!
Come say hi and stock up your pantry with:
🍫 70% Dark Chocolate Wafers (CHOKAO)
☕ Organic Cocoa Husks Tea (HUSKAO)
🥣 Pure Cacao Powder (POKAO)
🥜 Crunch-worthy Roasted Cacao Nibs (NIKAO)
🍫 Our signature Artisanal Chocolate Bars (BAKAO)
Whether you're fueling your morning brew or baking autumn treats, grab your essentials before we wrap up our market tour!
📍 Binghamton Farmers Market @ Rec Park
⏰ Tomorrow!
See you there! ❤️
09/08/2026
Toronto, we’re heading your way! 🇨🇦🍫
We are excited to be exhibiting at CHFA NOW Toronto on September 26th & 27th at Exhibition Place.
Stop by Booth 2332 to discover our single-origin, organic cocoa ingredients—from our HUSKAO cocoa husks to CHOKAO dark chocolate chips and NIKAO cocoa nibs. Come taste the difference, meet the team, and see how we’re bringing farm-to-factory transparency to sustainable cocoa.
Event Details:
📅 Dates: September 26 & 27
📍 Location: Exhibition Place, Toronto, ON
📍 Booth: 2332
Who else will be attending CHFA NOW this year? Let us know in the comments! 👇
09/07/2026
Happy Labour Day! 🍫✨
Behind every single chocolate bar, delicious treat, and cup of hot cocoa is a story of hard work, passion, and dedication. Today, we honor the real heroes of our industry: the cocoa farmers and agricultural workers who cultivate the land, tend the harvest, and lay the foundation for everything we do.
You are the heart, soul, and strength behind every harvest.
To our incredible team, our farming partners in Cameroon, and workers everywhere—thank you for your tireless labor and commitment to excellence. Enjoy a well-deserved rest today! 🌿🌱
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