chocolate shop

Barrington Woman Molds Morkes Chocolates into Holiday Treasures

Palatine, IL - Driving past Morkes Chocolates on Rand Road in Palatine, one might not realize the shop carries more than just candy.Owned by Rhonda Dehn of Barrington, Morkes offers homemade chocolates, candy, candy-making supplies... more »

Fear’s Confections in Lakewood Molds Chocolates into Dr. Who, Star Wars Themes

Lakewood, OH - Glance inside Fear's Confections, and you'll see more than traditional round and square chocolates. Owner Cassandra Fear, a former fiber optic network engineer, sells gourmet chocolates shaped like science fiction characters."I lovingly... more »

‘Forever Chocolate’ Set to Open Shop in Marion Soon

Marion, IA - By mid-September, the community of Marion will be the home to another tempting and tasty treat shop. Forever Chocolate, owned and operated by Connie Seegers, will open its doors to customers eagerly... more »

MiVT Chocolates Vie for Martha Stewart’s Attention

Vergennes, VT - A local business is up for an exciting national award, and it's their Made in Vermont chocolates that have caught the attention of Martha Stewart. Business is sweet at Daily Chocolate in... more »

Schakolad Chocolate Factory Experiences Sweet Success

The Woodlands, TX - Years ago, Veronica Kearney was constantly tempted by Baby Ruth candy bars at the grocery store checkout.But she hasn’t eaten one since 2005 — the year she opened Schakolad Chocolate Factory... more »

Morkes Chocolates: A Third-Generation Candy Maker Works to Stay Competitive

Palatine, IL - Rhonda Dehn always had a head for figures. Thus, when asked to work Saturdays at the family’s retail candy shop in Palatine, Ill., there were no issues when it came to computing... more »

Manlius Chocolate Shop Ready for Big Expansion; Needs Zone Change

Manlius, NY - It's been a fast growth for a local chocolate shop and they're already planning a big expansion.Lune Chocolat in Manlius is hoping Wednesday night to get the okay from the Town of... more »

The National Chef to Open Chocolate Shop in Five Points

Athens, GA - A new chocolate shop opening in the Five Points neighborhood will offer a behind-the-scenes look at how the sweet treat is produced.The National chef Peter Dale and brother Nick Dale plan to... more »

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