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Mary Luz Mejia, Artsci’93
*This story originally appeared in the Queen's Alumni Review.
Mary Luz Mejia, Artsci’93, has a job that would be the envy of many – she ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ ’s a certified chocolate taster.
Mary Luz Mejia ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ ’s journalism career earned her Gemini and NATJA award nominations for her work in food, travel, and beyond. But a lifelong love of chocolate led her to the prestigious International Institute of Chocolate and Cacao Tasting, where she became Canada ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ ’s first Level III Certified Taster. Today, she judges international chocolate competitions, runs curated tastings, teaches, and writes about the craft chocolate movement. It ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ ’s a career path that blends storytelling, sensory education, and a deep respect for food traditions and different cultures.
Continue reading the full story on the Queen's Alumni Review.