Journey 003 - La Chocolatrice

<p>Until recently, <a href="https://www.lachocolatrice.co.uk/">La Chocolatrice</a>, located at 67B Westgate Road, Newcastle, was still filled with the laughter of people transported into a world of beauty and magic, learning a skill they perhaps thought they never would: making and tempering chocolate.</p><p>Owner and chocolatier, Zoe Rutter's decision to open a school of chocolate was inspired by her childhood and her time spent in France. However, it took several years after graduating from university before she took the plunge to follow her dreams.</p><p><strong>Part 1: Identity (1:31)</strong></p><p>In Part 1, Zoe explains exactly what she aims to achieve with La Chocolatrice, because it is a lot more than just a chocolate shop.</p><p>Questions:</p><ul><li>Between the magic of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and the world of temptation in the film <i>Chocolat</i>, where does ‘La Chocolatrice’ see itself?</li><li>What exactly can people expect from a workshop?</li><li>In what way does your shop bring new life into Newcastle city centre?</li></ul><p><strong>Part 2: Childhood Dreams (11:54)</strong></p><p>Part 2 takes us back to Zoe's childhood and how her love of chocolate and baking in general developed during her time in France, laying the foundation for La Chocolatrice.</p><p>Questions:</p><ul><li>Tell me more about the journey that inspired you to open this shop?</li><li>You have had a few different jobs too. What motivates you and what advice would you give to listeners about pursuing their dream jobs?</li></ul><p><strong>Part 3: Living a better life (24:20)</strong></p><p>In the last part we discuss some of the health benefits of chocolate, including mental health and wellbeing.</p><p>Questions:</p><ul><li>How do you view chocolate in terms of mental health and wellbeing?</li><li>How can chocolate help us slow down and appreciate what is important in life?</li></ul><p>Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this episode. To keep up to date with developments at La Chocolatrice <a href="https://www.l