A Google search for "cacao plantation" led Sam and Vincent to a farm in Ba Ria Province, an addressless adventure that set the foundation for Marou Faiseurs de Chocolat. On the ferry ride back to Saigon, they made a solemn vow to bring life to this chocolate-making journey, starting with just a blender, an oven, and cake tins in Sam's kitchen.

Samuel and Vincent continue to rely on a tight network of small farmers from whom they buy the best beans, one bag at a time, for a premium price.