Trade links with the West Indies, France and New England made it possible for this luxurious item to be enjoyed by those who could afford it.Modern day visitors to the Fortress can experience one of Louisbourg’s most interesting 18th century commodities.
The introduction of Historic Chocolate to the site is the result of Parks Canada’s research and the Colonial Chocolate Society’s promotion of a new historic chocolate that recreates the form and flavor of the chocolate served at the fortress in the 18th Century.Everyone with a taste for history is welcome to stop by the Engineer’s kitchen to learn more from the costumed interpreters and the chocolate can be sampled in the restaurants, purchased at the 1744 Gift Shops, or through our online shop.
In 1744 we used the de la Perelle’s storehouse to house prisoners of war.
