After spending countless hours vacationing in the Thai countryside and mountains, Kad Kokoa’s founders realized their true happiness lay in nature's embrace, not in Bangkok’s bustle. Not willing to wait for their dream retirement, Nuttaya & Paniti invested in land in the country and, following the advice of locals, planted cocoa trees as they would supposedly blend well with the other plants. Fast forward to now, and they’re collaborating with the Horticultural Research Centre, conducting research and development to explore new hybrids, and working directly alongside farmers to enhance quality and sustainability. Their bars beautifully showcase both Thai terroir and the unique flavors of Thai gastronomy. These two are seriously determined to elevate Thailand's chocolate standards and put the country on the global stage as a serious contender.