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Cocoa Nouveau
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Along with unparalleled taste, fine wine, premium coffee, specialty cheese and artisan chocolate all have one very important thing in common—the care that goes into their creation. Enjoy a taste of cocoa excellence with choice chocolates made by premier chocolatiers from around the corner and around the world.
Along with unparalleled taste, fine wine, premium coffee, specialty cheese and artisan chocolate all have one very important thing in common—the care that goes into their creation. From the unique terroir of their growing regions to their time-honored production techniques, it’s the attention to detail and dedication to quality that set them apart, ultimately creating a complex, luxurious and decadent experience.
Enjoy a taste of cocoa excellence with choice chocolates made by premier chocolatiers from around the corner and around the world.
Fran’s Chocolates: Silky and decadent, these award-winning chocolates and caramels are made in small batches by a pioneer in American chocolate. Try their Gray Salt or Smoked Salt Caramels and Dark Chocolate Mint Thins.
Justin’s: What do you get when you pair premium nut butters with Rainforest Alliance Certified cocoa? These delicious, organic treats. Try their Dark Chocolate Cashew Butter Cups and Dark or Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups.
Ticket Chocolate: Starring the finest couverture chocolate, these sweet treats are handcrafted locally in Loomis by an award-winning chocolatier. Try their Lemon-Lavender and Raspberry-Vanilla Chocolate Barks.
Alter Eco: These organic, Fair Trade chocolates are crafted with clean ingredients and a dedication to full-circle sustainability. Try their Dark Chocolate Sea Salt and Salted Caramel Truffles.
Loacker: Known for crafting specialty sweets since 1925, it’s no wonder this European classic is a favorite the world over. Try their Chocolate and Dark Chocolate Quadratini Wafer Cookies.
UnReal: Made with Fair Trade, sustainable and organic ingredients, these tasty chocolates are (almost) too good to be true. Try their Dark Chocolate Almond or Peanut Butter Cups and Milk Chocolate Gems.
Pro Tip: Building a sensational chocolate board is as simple as choosing a variety of textures, tastes and styles. Think light and dark mixed with creamy and crispy, bars and bites with truffles, caramels and all your favorite flavors!