Benelux Enterprise Awards 2021

EU BUSINESS NEWS / 2021 Benelux Enterprise Awards 9 , With a process that is so personally connected to Euphrasie, it’s little wonder that Sigoji Chocolates has become known for its ability to source quality cocoa that has its own unique taste. Every bean is obtained under conditions that respect not only the environment, but the needs of the women and men who participate in its development. Such care at this point is the secret behind the incredible quality of what the team has to offer. The success of Sigoji Chocolates is not just a triumph for Belgium, but for the Benelux region as a whole. It takes one of their most renowned exports and elevates it to a whole new level in terms of taste and providence. With such a personal story for customers to connect to, it’s little wonder that Euphrasie has been able to achieve such formidable success. Company: Sigoji Chocolates Name: Euphrasie Mbamba Email: [email protected] Award for Excellence in Sustainability in Food & Beverage 2021 The Benelux region is some to some of the finest foods in the world, and nowhere shows that more eloquently than the prodigious output of chocolate fromBelgium. Leading the world in this regards is the team fromSigoji Chocolates, led by EuphrasieMbamba. Her personal approach has brought her incredible success, delighting chocolate lovers fromaround the world with her artisan attitude. We take a closer look following her team’s success in the Benelux Enterprise Awards 2021. The story of Euphrasie Mbamba is at the heart of what Sigoji Chocolates has to offer. Born among the cocoa trees in the family plantation in Cameroon, her life has always revolved around, and been committed to, the great historic traditions of those chocolate artisans. Now, many years later, she brings those traditions to a whole new audience, delighting their tastebuds with authentic flavours, whilst pushing the boundaries into exciting new areas. To some, chocolate is simply chocolate, but to Euphrasie, chocolate is the expression of years of experience. From her family factory in the Namur region of Belgium, she and her team provide the world with what they see as real chocolate. For them, the taste and texture of their classic recipes are thoroughly unique, and must be nurtured and protected for the next generation. Her gourmet-standard chips and creations combine a love of the past with the needs of today. Sigoji Chocolates has grown over the years to become incredibly efficient. This is no accident, with the team working hard to ensure that their products are not just thoroughly innovative, but always keep the needs of the environment first and foremost. The process begins with the acquisition of beans. Those who buy from Sigoji Chocolates can rest easy knowing that their delicious chocolate comes from committed cooperatives in the heart of Africa, with the majority coming from Euphrasie’s family plantation in Cameroon. From here, the team are transported to the FÈVERIE located in Ciney. Euphrasie carries out her special method of roasting cocoa beans that guarantees an exceptional result and the perfect basis for any number of chocolate delight. This process is carefully monitored to ensure that quality chocolate is the ultimate result. After this, the team move to the Fabrique, in Rochefort. Here, the team produce some of their classic products, using the high-quality chocolate to develop gorgeously subtle and balanced delicacies. Throughout every stage, what is clear is that Sigoji is an efficient production workshop. Between every part is a talented and a passionate team, each staff member sharing Euphrasie’s determination to deliver products that are truly second to none. Jun21515