About Us

YI SHI 怡室 means “joyful room”, a friendly and relaxed place to learn and explore craft bean-to-bar chocolate.

Based in Vancouver, Canada, YI SHI Cacao Collective is inspired by Olivia’s two-month sabbatical trip exploring and learning from cacao farms in Taiwan. The word “collective” represents the heart of our mission. It signifies our commitment to uniting cacao farmers, bean-to-bar chocolate makers, and chocolate loving consumers into a vibrant community.

Olivia Wu

Olivia is a curator of bean-to-bar chocolate tasting experiences, driven by a passion for uniting people through immersive chocolate appreciation and education. As a certified Level 2 IICCT (International Institute of Chocolate and Cacao Tasting) Chocolate Taster, with over a decade of experience as a baker from her previous business, she brings a refined palate and deep dedication to celebrating the unique flavours and aromas of craft chocolate. Through YI SHI Cacao Collective, Olivia shares the captivating story of Taiwan cacao through chocolate-inspired events.