Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

16 October 2025

World Food Day

Cuthbert Monrocq

04/10/2024
Derived from its Greek name Theobroma Cacao, which translates to "Food of the Gods," cocoa has been intricately woven into the tapestry of the Caribbean Island of Saint Lucia since its arrival in the 1660s. From a steaming cup of hot cocoa and tasty marinades to delectable chocolates, its versatility has no bounds.