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Caffe D’Vita’s Hot Cocoa, an Updated “Drink of the Gods”

Initially considered a “drink of the Gods,” cocoa drinks were normally mixed with spices, peppers, wine and hot water. Bitter and spicy, the drink was normally only given to kings and members of the court. The drink was believed to contain “magical properties.” Determined to enjoy the beverage in the afterlife, one Mayan ruler had pottery vessels filled with cocoa placed in his burial chamber.

It wasn’t until the Spanish got a hold of it that cocoa drinks became sweetened. A popular after-dinner treat, hot chocolate’s popularity swept the nation and soon it was being incorporated into baked goods all over Europe.

In 1657, London’s first chocolate-house was opened and it was advertised in an English newspaper. Coffeehouses also began selling chocolate beverages and both began catering parties, political gatherings and discussions amongst the upper class.

In 1828, a chemist named Coenrad J. Van Houten patented a lower-fat powdery form of chocolate. Made in block or cake form, it was able to be reduced to cocoa powder. Because this powder was able to be made in “bulk,” so to speak, it was made more affordable. Initially, Van Houten pressed his cocoa with natural alkaline salts, a process that came to be called “Dutch-Processed.” Which produces milder and creamer cocoa.

Caffe D’Vita uses Dutch-processed Chocolate to create our premium, rich and creamy hot cocoa. It is low-fat and not made with any trans fat or hydrogenated oils. It is available in cases of 6-1lb cans or cases of 36 single-serve envelopes. You can also purchase cases of Sugar-Free Hot Cocoa made with Splenda ®. These cases come with 6-10 oz cans.

Caffe D’Vita’s products have a long shelf life, are kosher and gluten free, are quick to make using water only (no milk) The premium ingredients are guaranteed to produce accurate serving results every time. For foodservice customers, we offer ‘cocoa freeze’, an authentic rich blend of cocoa, creamer and sugar that produces an outstanding chocolate smoothie. Our unique customer service and promotional support is backed by over 37 years of experience in the premium beverage industry.

If you are interested in becoming a Caffe D’Vita distributor, we would be happy to provide you with the resources to market Caffe D’Vita products to your customers. To contact us, simply call 800-200-5005 x315. Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 37 years.

To download a Caffe D’Vita foodservice sell sheet, visit: http://www.caffedvita.com/foodservice/classic.htm

Caffe D’Vita’s Foodservice Lineup:
Blended Iced Coffees
Premium Cappuccino Mix
Fruit Cream Smoothies
Classic Cream Smoothies
Hot Cocoa
Espresso
Chai Tea Lattes
Iced Cappuccinos
Single Serve Envelopes
Soft Serve Dessert Mixes

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice
800-200-5005 x315
[email protected]
www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm

Serve Up a Steaming Cup of Delicious Cappuccino Without an Espresso Machine

Events and parties are exciting to plan and organize, but they are also an excellent way to put your best foot forward and expand your client base. One often overlooked way to impress your clients and their guests is to serve unique after-dinner drinks with your beautifully crafted desserts. Once toasts have been made and dinner has been cleared, allow the guests to wind down the evening with steaming, savory cups of Caffe D’Vita’s premium cappuccino.

Using a convenient air pot brewer, you can prepare up to 3.8 gallons of these delicious after-dinner drinks hours prior to the occasion. Air pot brewers keep your Caffe D’Vita beverages hot while you safely transport those beverages safely to the event.

Made with Arabia coffee and the finest ingredients, Caffe D’Vita’s cappuccinos come in flavors ranging from Mocha, French Vanilla, Hazelnut as well as sugar-free cappuccinos using splenda ®. Your clients will love the chocolate, coconut and macadamia nut flavors of our unique, decaffeinated Hawaiian Mocha, and they’ll savor the delightful hint of Sevilla orange in our Orange Mocha. With numerous flavors to choose from, Caffe D’Vita has cappuccino flavors that will compliment any number of desserts. 

Sugar-Free Flavors:

Using Splenda ®, our sugar free flavors are low in calories and have the same great taste without compromising the flavor. Choose between Mocha, French Vanilla, and (for non-coffee drinkers), our classic, creamy hot cocoa.

 99% Caffeine-Free Flavors:

If the event you’re catering is later in the evening, offer your guests cappuccino made from one of these delicious, unique blends. Almost completely caffeine free, each of these 12 flavors represents the best instant cappuccino available today. 

Choose classic flavors, like Mocha, French Vanilla, English Toffee, White Chocolate, Hazelnut, Caramel, Amaretto, and Irish Cream. For a unique, seasonal approach, try White Chocolate Raspberry, Cinnamon Mocha, Pumpkin Spice, Mint Mocha, or Peppermint Mocha.

Made from the finest ingredients, our premium cappuccino will delight your guests and are the perfect finish to a well-catered meal. Low in fat and made without any hydrogenated oils or trans fat, Caffe D’Vita’s instant cappuccino mixes have a long shelf life, are kosher and gluten free, are quick to make only requiring water (no milk) and can be used with either a blender or granita machine. The premium ingredients are guaranteed to produce accurate serving results every time. For foodservice customers, our unique customer service and promotional support is backed by over 37 years of experience in the premium beverage industry.

To contact us, simply call us at 800-200-5005 x315. Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 37 years. 

 To download a Caffe D’Vita foodservice sell sheet, please visit:

 http://www.caffedvita.com/foodservice/classic.htm

Caffe D’Vita’s Food Service Lineup:  
Blended Iced Coffees
Premium Cappuccino Mix
Fruit Cream Smoothies
Classic Cream Smoothies
Hot Cocoa
Espresso
Chai Tea Lattes
Iced Cappuccinos
Single Serve Envelopes
Soft Serve Dessert Mixes

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice
800-200-5005 x315
[email protected]
www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm 

 

Ring in the New Year with Caffe D‘Vita’s Premium Cappuccino Drinks

The celebration of New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day dates back as far as 153 BC. The use of January 1st as the official date stems from Julius Caesar’s calendar reform back in 46 BC, when he switched the Roman calendar from a lunar-based system to a solar-based one. It was this calendar reformation that earned him the honor of having his birth month (July) named after him. While the date changed for a short while during the Middle Ages, January 1st has marked a new calendar year ever since.

2,056 years later, New Year’s still ushers in a high-spirited sense of renewal across the globe. Glasses clink and cheers ring high as people all over the world watch the infamous New Years Eve Ball drop over Times Square. Confetti will fly and noisemakers will sound through the crisp air as 2011 brings with it a fresh, optimistic energy–filled with the hope and promise of a fantastic new year.

This year, celebrate your fresh start with these delicious drink recipes using Caffe D’Vita’s Peppermint Cappuccino and Amaretto Cappuccino. These recipes can be served either hot or cold and are designed for individual servings.

Peppermint Cappuccino:

First, pour 1/3 cup (about 3 ounces) of Caffe D’Vita’s Peppermint Cappuccino premium mix into a blender (for the hot version, see below). Add 3 ounces of water and 3 ounces of Peppermint Schnapps (or any peppermint liqueur) and a 16 oz cup-full of ice. Blend everything together and serve it with whipped cream and a fresh mint leaf.

For the hot version, pour 1/3 cup (3 ounces) of Caffe D’Vita’s Peppermint Cappuccino premium mix into a small saucepan. Add the 3 ounces of water, heat everything together, remembering to stir (be careful not to boil it!!) Once everything is heated, add 3 ounces of Peppermint Schnapps (or any peppermint liqueur) before serving it in a warm mug with a peppermint stick.

For more servings, simply multiply the ingredients.

Amaretto Cappuccino:

First, pour 1/3 cup (about 3 ounces) of Caffe D’Vita’s Amaretto Cappuccino premium mix into a blender (for the hot version, see below). Add 4 ounces of orange juice, 1 ounce of Grenadine, 1 ounce of Amaretto liqueur and a 16 oz cup-full of ice. Blend everything together and serve it with whipped cream and powdered dark chocolate.

For the hot version, pour 1/3 cup (3 ounces) of Caffe D’Vita’s Amaretto Cappuccino premium mix into a small saucepan. Add the 4 ounces of orange juice and 1 ounce of Grenadine. Heat everything together, remembering to stir (be careful not to boil it!!) Once everything is heated, add 1 ounce of Amaretto before serving it in a warm mug with 2 Pepperidge Farm Pirouette rolled wafers.

For more servings, simply multiply the ingredients.

If you are interested in becoming a Caffe D’Vita foodservice distributor, we would be happy to provide you with the resources to market Caffe D’Vita products to your customers.

To contact us, simply click here or call us at 800-200-5005 x315.
Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 36 years.

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice Lineup
Blended Iced Coffees
Premium Cappuccino Mix
Fruit Cream Smoothies
Classic Cream Smoothies
Hot Cocoa
Espresso
Chai Tea Lattes
Iced Cappuccinos
Single Serve Envelopes
Soft Serve Dessert Mixes

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice

800-200-5005 x315
[email protected]
www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm

Caffe D’Vita Enchanted Chai Tea Latte

Caffe D’Vita Enchanted Chai Tea Latte: A Taste of India According to legend, an Indian king first introduced chai to his royal courts around 5,000 years ago. Originally, chai was used as cleansing tonic meant to alleviate a number of ailments.

The ancients, it turns out, were onto something. The antioxidants found naturally in black tea have been shown in some studies to help fight cancers, lower cholesterol, reduce the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and lower blood pressure. These same studies suggest antioxidants are useful in preventing heart diseases and strokes while possibly boosting your immune system. When blended with ginger, chai can ward off colds, soothe the digestive and respiratory systems, and can even prevent motion sickness. Cinnamon can work as a stimulant to other herbs, enabling them to work faster.

Chai gradually became a popular recreational beverage. Recipes for chai (which derives from “cha”, the Chinese word for tea) change depending on the region and manner in which it is being served. Typically, however, chai is comprised of loose black tea leaves that are boiled with milk, water, and either honey or “Masala” sugar. There is a version, called Kashmiri chai, which is brewed with gunpowder tea (green tea where each leaf is rolled into a tiny pellet that resembles the gunpowder used in cannons).

Almost all chai–especially Masala Chai–is spiced with a unique combination of cinnamon, black pepper, anise, cloves, cardamom and ginger. It is also often prepared with almonds, saffron, vanilla, carob, and even licorice. In India, chai is brewed in huge kettles over small charcoal fires. The drink – which is served more frequently than even coffee – is then served in containers that are smashed afterwards. It is the unglazed aspect to the pots that provide an earthy flavor to the chai.

With the advent of the neighborhood coffeehouse trend, chai’s popularity continues to rise as more people come to appreciate its unique aroma and flavor. Caffe D’Vita’s Enchanted Chai Tea Latte provides a comforting blend of exotic teas, spices and milk that can be enjoyed anytime. Serve it hot, iced, or blended for the perfect premium Chai Frappe or it can be added to baked goods like muffins and cakes.

At Caffe D’Vita, you can pick between either classic spiced chai or vanilla chai. Each is delicious and can be purchased in either a two pound venpak bag (12 pounds total) or in single serve envelopes.

Caffe D’Vita remains dedicated to the idea of developing and producing only the finest premium products with outstanding customer service. We listen to our customers and we continue to pursue new and exciting products for your enjoyment.

If you are interested in becoming a Caffe D’Vita distributor, we would be happy to provide you with the resources to market Caffe D’Vita products to your customers.

To contact us, simply click here or call us at 800-200-5005 x315. Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 36 years.

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice Lineup:

Blended Iced Coffees

Premium Cappuccino Mix

Fruit Cream Smoothies

Classic Cream Smoothies

Hot Cocoa

Espresso

Frappes

Chai Tea Lattes

Iced Cappuccinos

Single Serve Envelopes

Soft Serve Dessert Mixes

800-200-5005 x315

[email protected]

www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm

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Caffe D’Vita for the Holidays: From our Family to Yours

By: Kara Mae Adamo

There is a classic coziness to the holiday traditions. The colder air brings us together–encouraging warmth from within–glowing from your hearts, hearths, and coffee mugs. Caffe D’Vita believes that it is this togetherness–this warmth–that truly exemplifies the spirit of season. Classic flavors and scents like the almond flavor of amaretto and the crispy, fresh aroma of peppermint lie at the core of this sweet, warm holiday tradition.

This season, entice your customers with the sweet, savory aroma of our Pumpkin Spice and Irish Cream Cappuccinos. Offer them a warm Amaretto or Peppermint Mocha Cappuccino with a candy cane swizzle. Or, invite your customers in from the cold for a steaming cup of our premium classic Hot Cocoa. Made with the finest ingredients, our products will delight palates the way they have for almost forty years.

Caffe D’Vita’s products have a long shelf life, are kosher and gluten free, are quick to make and can be used hot or cold. For Cappuccinos simply mix with hot water or for a Blended Iced Coffee, Frappe, or Fruit Smoothie use either a blender or granita machine. The premium ingredients are guaranteed to produce accurate serving results every time. For foodservice customers, our unique customer service and promotional support is backed by our depth of experience serving the premium beverage industry.

To contact us, simply call us at 800-200-5005 x315. Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 37 years.

To download a Caffe D’Vita foodservice sell sheet, please visit:

http://www.caffedvita.com/foodservice/classic.htm

Caffe D’Vita’s Food Service Lineup:

Premium Cappuccino Mix

Blended Iced Coffees

Fruit Cream Smoothies

Classic Cream Smoothies

Hot Cocoa

Espresso

Chai Tea Lattes

Iced Cappuccinos

Single Serve Envelopes

Soft Serve Dessert Mixes

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice

800-200-5005 x315

[email protected]

www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm