Joana Marinho, founder of Delicious Diamonds, a company based in Leiria, won an international prize by winning a competition held in Galicia. The distinction was awarded to her smoked chestnut bombom, a creation that stood out among the competitors.
The chocolatier's success was due to her commitment to an ingredient considered difficult to work with: smoked chestnut. This bold choice ended up being the key to the international recognition she obtained with her creation.
The victory in the Galician competition represents an important milestone for the small Leiria-based company, demonstrating that innovation and courage in experimenting with unconventional ingredients can result in recognition beyond borders.
