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After picking a few kilos of carob from the tree or recently fallen on the ground, the seeds are collected with the tip of a knife and they are chopped into tiny pieces; they are then placed in a bowl in the microwave for around 6 minutes (turning them over so they become toasted without burning).

When cold, they are ground in an electric coffee grinder and turned into a powder which is similar in colour and taste to chocolate. 

Finally, you can spread this powder on slices of bread for breakfast (with or without butter), or add to any confectionary or ice cream product that can be made at home, without adding sugar.

Pour milk into the cup you'll be using and add chocolate powder to taste; no need to dissolve or stir. Place the cup in the microwave on high power and, when the chocolate settles at the bottom, take it out and stir well. Put it back in the microwave until you see the chocolate rise to the cup's edge, and it's ready to enjoy once it's cooled down slightly!

I’m sharing my basic anti-damp kit with you. Now that the cold and dampness are coming, I always have some essentials in my bag: a hair serum, to prevent frizzing, hydrating cream for the hands and a cacao stick for the lips. They never fail!