Are you searching for the best gourmet chocolates in Central Texas? Look no further! From wine and chocolate pairings to live jazz nights, there are plenty of options to satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you're a fan of dark chocolate or prefer something a bit more unique, there are plenty of local shops that specialize in gourmet chocolates. Read on to learn more about the best places to find gourmet chocolates in Central Texas.Established in 2003, Chocolate Secrets is a gourmet chocolate and fine wine experience. The culinary experience in the kitchen produces more than 52 flavors of chocolate truffles and chocolates, more than 25 flavors of macarons, 25 different pastries and more than 15 flavors of sorbets and ice cream.
All of their treats are made without preservatives, sweeteners or artificial colors or high fructose corn syrup. Most of the crust and shells are made with Valrhona and Callebaut dark chocolate, in flavors such as sweet and spicy ancho chili, blueberry, ginger fig and cherry nut.Chocolate Secrets' treats are available online and at many local stores, such as Central Market, Neiman Marcus, Whole Foods, Paper %26 Chocolate, Eatzi's on Oak Lawn Avenue and Bolsa Mercado. If you're looking for something a bit more unique, check out Nib Chocolates. Located in a vintage house in Roanoke, Nib Chocolates is run by chocolatier Stephen Smith.
He doesn't put preservatives in his creations, which include chocolate with ingredients such as fresh mint, fresh lemon juice and zest, or hand-ground Oaxacan spices.In addition to Nib Chocolates, you can find their chocolates at Bolsa Mercado and Scardello Cheese. If you're looking for something a bit sweeter, head over to Hey Sugar Candy Store. Here you can try sweet crepes such as peanut butter and banana, or treat yourself to chocopizas or Chocolate Avalanche, a delicious chocolate ice cream. Another great option is CocoAndre Chocolatier, owned by Andrea Pedraza.
She was production director of Morgen Chocolate for more than 25 years before opening her own store in Oak Cliff.For something truly unique, check out Dude Sweet Chocolate. Pastry chef Katherine Clapner creates unusual chocolate candies, from chocolate and almond salumi and chocolate cream with hazelnuts Tub of Love to a variety of truffles, bars and sauces. You can also find her treats at Bolsa Mercado and Scardello Cheese.
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produces more than 300 flavors with the perfect Zuckerkrust chocolate shell. Their treats are available online and at many local stores such as Central Market, Neiman Marcus, Whole Foods, Paper %26 Chocolate, Eatzi's on Oak Lawn Avenue and Bolsa Mercado.Schakolad Chocolate Factory
, owned by Baruch Schaked who began making chocolate more than 40 years ago in his father-in-law's factory in Argentina.The tempting scents of chocolates captivate the senses and the chocolates on display are a feast for the eyes.
