Chocolate has incredible versatility. It can be made into bars, and hard shells that encompass other tasty delights like caramel, nougat, nuts, cherries, and cream confectures. As a fondue, chocolate is heated and melted then used as a dip for various fruits. An aphrodisiac, chocolate is a natural by-product of the cacao plant, and is considered a mild stimulant. Chocolate has an interesting history, and has been used by several different cultures in ritualistic ways.
