> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://thechocolatelife.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # TheChocolateLifeLIVE | Exploring the FCIA Glossary - URL: https://thechocolatelife.com/thechocolatelifelive-exploring-the-fcia-glossary/ - Published: 2023-07-20T17:47:35.000Z - Updated: 2023-07-21T18:40:07.000Z - Description: Episode 125 of #TheChocolateLifeLIVE is LIVE from 10:00 AM PDT / 1:00 PM EDT on Fri, July 21st. - Author: TheChocolateWire - Tags: Live Stream, The Wire Watch on [my LinkedIn profile](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/claygordon%5Fthechocolatelifelive-lavidacocoa-thechocolatelife-activity-7087849628166991872-jNvt?utm%5Fsource=share&utm%5Fmedium=member%5Fdesktop) Watch on [TheChocolateLife page](https://www.facebook.com/TheChocolateLife/) on Facebook (live event) --- ### **Episode Overview** In this episode of [#TheChocolateLifeLIVE](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=thechocolatelifelive&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7087478687922597889&ref=thechocolatelife.com), I am going to continue my exploration of language – how the words we use inform our beliefs, how our beliefs inform our actions, and how our actions have consequences. In past episodes, I have focused on specific words and concepts – including “What does Sustainability mean?” “What does Ethical mean?” And “What is Quality?” In this episode, I will be examining entries in the Fine Chocolate Industry Association’s Fine Chocolate Glossary. [Home - Fine Chocolate Industry AssociationFine Chocolate Industry Association is a member organization supporting fine chocolate professionals and the industry. Discover fine chocolate with FCIA.![](https://finechocolateindustry.org/images/favicon.svg)Fine Chocolate Industry Association![](https://viethconsulting.com/slideshows/images/FCIA/default/B0.382856001623352438.jpg)](https://finechocolateindustry.org/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [Home - FCIA Fine Chocolate GlossaryWelcome to the Fine Chocolate Glossary What is the Glossary? Using the Glossary Become an Author Chocolate Glossary A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z View Glossary Seeking Author Entry in Progress Entry Complete / Feedback … Home Read More »![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-favicon-270x270.png)FCIA Fine Chocolate Glossary![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/cocoa-tree-icon.jpg)](https://chocolateglossary.com/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) I will not only be looking at some of the definitions/explanations presented, but I will also be taking a look at how the glossary is constructed from a technical perspective. Spoiler Alert: Before I transitioned to chocolate, I had extensive professional experience in database technology development (I am a named inventor on four patents in this area), information management, full-text retrieval, browse/search UI/UX development, and related topics. Your homework, in advance of the live stream, is to browse the glossary and select one or more entries to review/critique. Imagine that the platform is a wiki (i.e., each of the entries is on a cocoa- and chocolate-specific version of Wikipedia) and you can directly suggest edits. - What do you like about the entry/ies you chose?; - Where do you think it falls short?; - Are there sufficient, credible, external, references cited?; - Are there words and concepts you think are missing?; - What is the user experience like?; and - Anything else you want to comment on about your experiences. I have my ideas (and I will share them) ... but I want to hear from you. I will share and respond to your comments in the live stream. If you have a friend or colleague with an interest in cocoa and/or chocolate, is a fan of language, has a professional interest and/or experience in [#lexicon](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=lexicon&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7087478687922597889&ref=thechocolatelife.com) (e.g., [#dictionary](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=dictionary&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7087478687922597889&ref=thechocolatelife.com), [#index](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=index&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7087478687922597889&ref=thechocolatelife.com), [#glossary](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=glossary&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7087478687922597889&ref=thechocolatelife.com), [#encyclopedia](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=encyclopedia&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7087478687922597889&ref=thechocolatelife.com), etc) creation, and/or has technical experience in constructing searching and browsing UI/UX – then please share this post with them. --- ### **Other Resource Links** [Clay Gordon on LinkedIn: Home - FCIA Fine Chocolate GlossaryFor the Friday, July 21st, episode of #TheChocolateLifeLIVE, I am going to continue my exploration of language – how the words we use inform our beliefs, how…![](https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/al2o9zrvru7aqj8e1x2rzsrca)LinkedInClay Gordon![](https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/sync/D4E27AQEsAtql4m_0Kg/articleshare-shrink_800/0/1689685833085?e=1690570800&v=beta&t=QvFl90-6murdRwV581C8-qRzHcq-oFXynoUiTYhh4vk)](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7087478687922597889/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [Ecosystem, Fine Chocolate - FCIA Fine Chocolate GlossaryThe Glossary team is actively seeking an author for this term.![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-favicon-270x270.png)FCIA Fine Chocolate Glossarythis form](https://chocolateglossary.com/chocolate-definitions/ecosystem-fine-chocolate/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [FCIA Fine Chocolate Ecosystem Assessment at DuckDuckGoDuckDuckGo. Privacy, Simplified.![](https://duckduckgo.com/assets/icons/meta/DDG-iOS-icon_152x152.png?v=2)FCIA Fine Chocolate Ecosystem Assessment](https://duckduckgo.com/?q=FCIA+Fine+Chocolate+Ecosystem+Assessment&ia=web&ref=thechocolatelife.com) [ Writing Guide for Authors Writing-Guide-for-Authors.pdf 128 KB download-circle ](https://thechocolatelife.com/content/files/2023/07/Writing-Guide-for-Authors.pdf "Download") [Chocolate, Bean to Bar - FCIA Fine Chocolate GlossaryAn approach to making chocolate that communicates added value and a focus on maximizing the natural flavors inherent in the cacao bean. This description recognizes the main ingredient, the transformation processes, and the end product.![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-favicon-270x270.png)FCIA Fine Chocolate Glossary![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/unnamed-1024x683.jpg)](https://chocolateglossary.com/chocolate-definitions/chocolate-bean-to-bar-2/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [Chocolate, Fine - FCIA Fine Chocolate GlossaryFine chocolate is defined by its flavor, texture, and appearance, as well as how its limited ingredients, high cocoa and low sugar content, are sourced and processed.![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-favicon-270x270.png)FCIA Fine Chocolate Glossary](https://chocolateglossary.com/chocolate-definitions/chocolate-fine/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [Chocolate, Craft - FCIA Fine Chocolate GlossaryTypically made in small batches, from traceable cocoa that has been properly fermented, dried, and stored; meant to be savored for flavor, balance, and complexity.![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-favicon-270x270.png)FCIA Fine Chocolate Glossary](https://chocolateglossary.com/chocolate-definitions/chocolate-craft/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [Chocolate, Artisan - FCIA Fine Chocolate GlossaryThe entry for this term is in progress, and will appear in the Glossary soon![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-favicon-270x270.png)FCIA Fine Chocolate Glossary](https://chocolateglossary.com/chocolate-definitions/chocolate-artisan/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [FOB (Free on Board) - FCIA Fine Chocolate GlossaryA term used to identify which party – supplier or purchaser – will be responsible for freight charges, as well as liable for product damage at certain points of the transportation process.![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-favicon-270x270.png)FCIA Fine Chocolate Glossary](https://chocolateglossary.com/chocolate-definitions/fob/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [You searched for cif - FCIA Fine Chocolate Glossary![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-favicon-270x270.png)FCIA Fine Chocolate GlossaryRomi Burks](https://chocolateglossary.com/?s=cif&ref=thechocolatelife.com) [Freight Costs - FCIA Fine Chocolate GlossaryThe sum of charges, taxes, and fees to transport goods from one location to another by land, sea, or air.![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-favicon-270x270.png)FCIA Fine Chocolate Glossary![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/different-modes-of-transportation-graphic-Kate-Cavallin.jpeg)](https://chocolateglossary.com/chocolate-definitions/freight-costs/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [FAIRMADE - FCIA Fine Chocolate GlossaryFAIRMADE describes a product made start to finish at the origin of the cocoa with locally sourced ingredients, materials, and labour.![](https://chocolateglossary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-favicon-270x270.png)FCIA Fine Chocolate Glossary](https://chocolateglossary.com/chocolate-definitions/fairmade/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [fairmade - Google Search![](https://www.google.com/favicon.ico)Google Search![](https://www.google.com/images/branding/googleg/1x/googleg_standard_color_128dp.png)](https://www.google.com/search?q=fairmade&newwindow=1&sxsrf=AB5stBizS0edpZa6A7e71DsMPahV78TDOg:1689783116978&source=hp&ei=TAu4ZPaJOe7nkPIPn%5FeX6Ag&iflsig=AD69kcEAAAAAZLgZXEaTqMLs0oNDDD6OQOxRM1VBX6nm&ved=0ahUKEwj237rTlJuAAxXuM0QIHZ%5F7BY0Q4dUDCAs&uact=5&oq=fairmade&gs%5Flp=Egdnd3Mtd2l6IghmYWlybWFkZTILEC4YgAQYxwEYrwEyBxAAGIAEGAoyBxAAGIAEGAoyBxAAGIAEGAoyBxAAGIAEGAoyBxAuGIAEGAoyBxAAGIAEGAoyBxAAGIAEGAoyBxAuGIAEGAoyBxAuGIAEGApI%5FxFQzgFY9BBwAXgAkAEAmAHuAaABxwiqAQUwLjYuMbgBA8gBAPgBAagCCsICBxAjGOoCGCfCAg0QLhjHARjRAxjqAhgnwgINEC4YigUYxwEY0QMYJ8ICERAuGIAEGLEDGIMBGMcBGNEDwgILEAAYgAQYsQMYgwHCAggQLhiABBixA8ICCBAAGIAEGLEDwgIFEAAYgATCAgsQLhiABBjHARjRA8ICDhAAGIAEGLEDGIMBGMkDwgIIEAAYigUYkgPCAgsQLhiABBixAxiDAcICDhAuGK8BGMcBGLEDGIAEwgIaEC4YgwEYrwEYxwEYsQMYgAQYmAUYmQUYngXCAhoQLhiABBixAxiDARjHARivARiYBRieBRiZBcICFBAuGIAEGMcBGK8BGJgFGJ4FGJkFwgIREC4YgAQYsQMYgwEYxwEYrwE&sclient=gws-wiz#ip=1) [FairMade: Negozio di abbigliamento etico e moda sostenibileFairMade è moda sostenibile: abiti, accessori e scarpe realizzati in modo ecologico, equo e solidale. Ci trovi on-line o nel negozio di Brescia.![](https://www.fairmade.it/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/cropped-Logo-270x270.png)FairMadeFairMade![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/c3ea45aab43e8883aa55bc75596d738f?s=96&d=mm&r=g)](https://www.fairmade.it/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [Call for Fairtrade to triple impact in Africa with ‘Fairmade’ certificationEthical bean-to-bar maker MIA, short for Made in Africa, has called for the Fairtrade organisation to recognise a new ‘Fairmade’ certification.![](https://www.confectionerynews.com/bundles/wrbmgbsite/images/favicon/confectionerynews/apple-touch-icon-180x180.png)confectionerynews.comAnthony Myers![](https://www.confectionerynews.com/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/publications/food-beverage-nutrition/confectionerynews.com/news/manufacturers/call-for-fairtrade-to-triple-impact-in-africa-with-fairmade-certification/16203820-2-eng-GB/Call-for-Fairtrade-to-triple-impact-in-Africa-with-Fairmade-certification.jpg)](https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2023/03/02/call-for-fairtrade-to-triple-impact-in-africa-with-fairmade-certification?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [The Fairtrade MarksThe FAIRTRADE Marks are the symbols of the international Fairtrade system. Learn what’s behind the Marks you see on Fairtrade products.![](https://www.fairtrade.net/assets/other/android-chrome-512x512.png)Fairtrade InternationalFairtrade International![](https://images.fairtrade.net/article/_400x400_crop_center-center_82_none/BananasWithMark_8602_870.jpg)](https://www.fairtrade.net/about/fairtrade-marks?ref=thechocolatelife.com#fsp) [Home - Fine Chocolate Industry AssociationFine Chocolate Industry Association is a member organization supporting fine chocolate professionals and the industry. Discover fine chocolate with FCIA.![](https://finechocolateindustry.org/images/favicon.svg)Fine Chocolate Industry Association![](https://viethconsulting.com/slideshows/images/FCIA/default/B0.382856001623352438.jpg)](https://finechocolateindustry.org/?ref=thechocolatelife.com) [FCIA Home Page](https://web.archive.org/web/20170412003503/http://finechocolateindustry.org/) – archive.org/Wayback Machine (captured April 12, 2017) [About FCIA > Organization](https://web.archive.org/web/20170412093227/http://finechocolateindustry.org/organization.php) [FCIA Home Page](https://web.archive.org/web/20180214200121/https://www.finechocolateindustry.org/) – archive.org/Wayback Machine (captured February 4, 2018) [About FCIA > Organization](https://web.archive.org/web/20180205012823/https://www.finechocolateindustry.org/organization/) [Staff and Board - Fine Chocolate Industry AssociationFCIA is led by passionate and vibrant Board of Directors and Staff, composed of cutting-edge professionals from the fine chocolate industry.![](https://finechocolateindustry.org/images/favicon.svg)Fine Chocolate Industry Association![](https://finechocolateindustry.org/photos/75307_05112021101114.jpg)](https://www.finechocolateindustry.org/staff%5Fand%5Fboard.php?ref=thechocolatelife.com) In July 21, 2023, Ephi Maglaris was still listed as the Executive Director. --- ### **Contribute** If you want to share your thoughts with me here on TheChocolateLife before the live stream begins, add them in the comments. 💡 Not a member? 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