The Boston Chocolate Party

A story about friendship, the Revolutionary War, Jewish history, and chocolate, set against the backdrop of Hanukkah and the American fight for independence. Includes recipes for Colonial-style hot chocolate and bunuelos.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 20 October 2022
Publisher: Behrman House Inc.,U.S.

A captivating picture book that seamlessly weaves together the drama leading up to the American Revolution, the heroic Maccabee struggle for freedom, and the vibrant Sephardic Hanukkah customs -- Association of Jewish Libraries.

An engaging tale about a Jewish American heritage -- Jewish Book Council.

A delightful book that delves into the realms of friendship, the Revolutionary War, Jewish history, and, of course, delectable recipes -- The Chocolate Professor.

Joshua Mendes, deeply missing his dear friend Isaac, who has relocated to Boston, finds solace in the sweet aroma of chocolate beans, as his Papa imports them to the American Colonies, imparting knowledge to café owners on how to create hot chocolate, a delectable alternative to tea, which has become prohibitively expensive due to the tea tax. When Papa embarks on a journey to Boston, Joshua eagerly joins him, eager to be a part of this extraordinary adventure. Together, they lend a helping hand to Isaac's family in opening a charming chocolate house, while the people of Boston gather in protest against the British tea taxation.

Set against the festive backdrop of Hanukkah and the American quest for independence, this story unfolds as a tapestry of friendship, freedom, and a profound appreciation for the delectable art of chocolate. Supplemental end notes offer valuable background information about the infamous Boston Tea Party, providing a brief explanation of the holiday of Hanukkah and shedding light on the earliest Jewish settlers in America, primarily drawn from Spain and Portugal, who sought refuge from religious persecution and embraced the opportunity for religious freedom and economic prosperity. Additionally, the book includes delectable recipes for Colonial-style hot chocolate and the delectable bunuelos.

ISBN-13: 9781681155760