As February settles in, love is in the air; and what better way to celebrate than with the indulgence of rich, decadent chocolate? Whether you’re treating a loved one, helping yourself to a treat, or sharing a sweet moment with friends, local chocolate shops have you covered with everything from truffles to ice cream. Here is a closer look at the best local chocolate spots that are adding a little extra sweetness to our February.
Kilwins Coral Springs
2758 N. University Drive, Coral Springs
Best known for chocolates, fudge, and ice cream, Kilwins makes many other delicious sweets, including barks, brittles, candies, clusters, taffy, truffles, and chocolate-covered pretzels, Oreos, and Rice Krispies. Whether you’re looking for an after-dinner frozen treat or a gift basket for someone special, Kilwins is a must-visit.
Signature treat: Signature Turtle Caramel Apple
Mindy’s Munchies
8182 Glades Road, Boca Raton
Discover Mindy’s chocolate-covered creations—from Marshmallow Mountains to its dark chocolate Coconut Bliss, Oreo delicacies, salty, chocolate-coated pretzels, and the most delectable hand-dipped creations. Mindy’s offers a complete menu of Munchies for every occasion: individually wrapped treats, holiday platters, gift baskets, corporate gifting, special events, party favors, and more.
Signature treat: Chocolate Raisin Clusters
Hoffman’s Chocolates
5250 Town Center Circle, #135, Boca Raton
Hand-crafting legendary chocolates for more than 40 years, Hoffman’s Chocolates is known for its gourmet truffles, milk and dark chocolate assortments, chocolate-covered pretzels, fudge, ice cream, milkshakes, gourmet caramel apples, and custom orders.
Signature treat: Milk & Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels
Schakolad Chocolate Factory
1303-A SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale
Pronounced shaq-oh-LAD (a combination of “schaked” and “chocolate”), Schakolad is a name associated with three generations of chocolate making. Schakolad Chocolate Factory uses only the finest ingredients, resulting in chocolates that are preservative-free and bursting with flavor. Schakolad makes its chocolates fresh, on premises.
Signature treat: Hand Dipped Chocolate Graham Crackers
Laderach Switzlerland
6000 Glades Road, Suite 1085, Boca Raton
Läderach is known for its high-quality and varied chocolate specialties. As one of only a few manufacturers, the family business produces the chocolate itself from the cocoa bean to the end product in Switzerland, guaranteeing exceptional freshness and quality.
Signature treat: “FrischSchogg”
Facts About Chocolate
(Courtesy of the National Confectioners Association)
- It takes 400 cocoa beans to make one pound of chocolate.
- The average serving of milk chocolate has about the same amount of caffeine as a cup of decaf coffee.
- Chocolate comes from a fruit tree; it’s made from a seed.
- It takes two to four days to make a single-serving chocolate bar.
- Chocolate can make dogs and cats ill—meaning, no tastings for your furry friend, and more for you.