Came here while exploring the area. Best decision ever! We arrived about 20 minutes before they…read moreclosed, but the cheesemongers were so friendly and helpful. They did not rush us off. We got to try and buy some fabulous cheeses and other gourmet products. The shop is well-organized and inviting. I wish I had more time to explore here. BTW, they will ship products, including cheeses, to you in the mail. Are you kidding me?!?!? How awesome is that? They even hooked us up with some baguettes since they were closing, and they baked the bread fresh every day. Win-win!!

Walk in with a meal, an occasion, or a bottle of wine in mind, and you'll leave with the perfect…read morepairings of cheese, charcuterie, more wine, bread, crackers, olives, cornichons, etc. And the family that runs the place is the best! I think everyone who works at Wasik's has been there for many years. When you shop there, you're part of the family as well. A true gem - ambiance meets expertise, slathered with fantastic taste.

I pop in here anytime I'm around Wayland Center. It's hard to just pick a couple because they all…read morelook so pretty and delicious with interesting ingredients. Great gift/treat for someone...or for yourself! Online ordering available! On street parking in front and side streets plus back lot

"Well, I don't need a doctor I don't need a nurse Anything…read moreyou give me babe will only make me worse I need rock therapy" (Stray Cats) You know a chocolate business is serious about their products when they name that business "Chocolate Therapy". Since 2011, they've created hand-made artisanal truffles, bark, and wrapped chocolates just twenty miles west of Boston. We saw them being promoted on a television news show, and since we both have a weakness for chocolate, decided to give their "Trio Nut Bark" a go. It came in a pretty boxed gift set with three different chocolate barks in generously portioned 3" X 3" squares. There were four squares of each of the three flavors for a total of twelve yummy squares. Here are the over-the-top descriptions from their website: 1) Rich Dark Chocolate Almond bark sprinkled with delicate French grey sea salt 2) Creamy White Chocolate Bark with the satisfying crunch of green hued slightly sweet pistachios 3) Smooth Milk Chocolate Bark with the delightful crunch of roasted buttery Cashews So how did our $24.50 + shipping chocolates taste? The Rich Dark Chocolate Almond bark was top notch. Excellent dark chocolate flavor, plenty of big almond pieces, and that light touch of sea salt really finished it off. The Creamy White Chocolate Bark was excellent, and I was impressed by the large amount of full-sized pistachio nuts in the square. The Milk Chocolate Bark was fantastic -smooth, creamy, and sweet with plenty of crushed cashews to boost up the taste and add to the texture. They were all so good, I really can't say I had a favorite. In summary, their chocolates are magnificent. BTW, their website advertises a very cool experience for ten or more - a Virtual Chocolate Tasting, with chocolate kits for your guests, a lesson on how chocolate is made, and chocolate tastings along each step of the process.

I like Godiva and Lindt but if I really want to treat myself to some premium chocolate, there's…read morenothing better than Laderach. I can't walk past this store without getting a few too many goodies - it's not good for my wallet at all. Favorites here are the milk chocolate bark with pistachios, the strawberry stick, and far too many of the praline truffles. I'm not a big fan of dark chocolate and much prefer milk, even though the milk chocolate at most places tends to be cloyingly sweet - Laderach gets it right, not overly sweet but still rich. If you get a box of this chocolate, know that whoever gifted it truly cherishes you! Depending on who's manning the counter, you may be lucky to get some samples.

As a regular customer, today's visit left a bad taste in my mouth…read more Even though I was next in line, the store associate ignored and skipped me to assist the next party after me. I thought maybe she didn't realize I was next in line so let it be, but then when it came time for me to place my order she said she'll help me after she helps them. When I corrected her that it's my turn, she rang up my purchase and asked if I wanted to pay that many dollars. Very disappointed with this experience.

On our way back to NY we stopped here after Boston not expecting much. It ended up being the best…read morehot chocolate, seriously one of the best of my life. Well worth the stop and what a cute place. My son also loved and ate his chocolate star quickly. Service was good. Highly recommend.

" My favorite in town " This place is really good …read more Boastful flavors of chocolate and coffee. The staff is all so friendly. Why wouldn't you want to try this place . It's my favorite in town for authentic chocolate . The vibe is welcoming.

My friend ordered these . These chocolates are of high caliber, and just plain delicious. The…read moreonly problem is I wanted more than I was offered , lol . The person selling these doesn't have a shop . However my friend said you can call the number on the site . Or she has a website on her Yelp page , this is awesome . I can't wait to order some of my own , for my family and I .

This was a very pleasant surprise!…read more For my birthday last year, a chocolate-making class was promised as a gift. Given constant traveling and life overall, we did not get to partake in a class of this type until Labor Day weekend in Boston. My companion set this up all by himself with the lovely Beth. Beth was very communicative, even giving us directions to her place, as well as to many of the attractions that the city of Boston has to offer. It was just us two, along with Beth and her husband Steve. They were so nice, making us feel very welcome in their home (because shockingly this is at their house!). Beth is a master at her craft. She's been making chocolate for years and it really shows. Her chocolate was so pretty and yummy. As for the actual chocolate-making class, we began with tasting chocolates from all around the world to then attempting to make our own. Have to say the chocolate was delicious and rich. Definitely not the type of thing you can eat all in one go unless you are a true chocolate lover. That said, this was quite fun and we took many goodies back home to Florida. Definitely something I would want to do again, and more so, Beth and Steve are such kind folk that you want to invite them out to lunch or something along those lines. Felt as if we were with friends.

A cute little chocolate shop in Newton Centre! I came here on the weekend afternoon to try out some…read moreof their chocolates. There was one guy working who was super helpful in answering our questions. After looking at the selection of chocolates we decided on getting mini truffles. They can come in as a box of 1, 2, 4, 8, or 12. There were a few flavors we picked that were sold out, but ended up getting sea salt caramel, strawberry, strawberry cheesecake, sweet dreams, Dubai, peanut butter, red velvet, and white chocolate. The sea salt caramel is a fan favorite and definitely one of the favorites I tried as well. The mini truffles are priced at $2.50/piece so a box of 8 will set you back at $20. I wasn't a big of the white chocolate or Dubai, but these are definitely great chocolates to treat yourself or to give as a gift. I'd definitely recommend trying them out and hope to come back to try out all the other flavors.

The service here is super welcoming , and warm ! My pastry the crème Brulle was absolutely amazing!…read more The name " Sweet Dream " suites this place , yummy ! They have a variety of pastries as well ; it's reflected in the photo below . This is strictly a bakery you pick stuff up they have no seating . The ambience is friendly and warm . The pastries start at $7.50. It's worth it to treat yourself because of the quality ingredients and freshness . You can taste in every bite ! I definitely will come back here !

A cute candy shop in Newton with so many options from bulk candy to chocolates to festive baskets…read more The prices for the bulk candy range from $14-25 and you can mix and match and they'll round out the pricing. I got about a pound of candy for around $14 to try a good mix of everything from chewy and sour gummies to chocolate. They have swedish candy that has the chewy marshmallow textures to tiny gummy bears with different flavors. While I was paying, the lady told me they've been open for 35 years, so they are definitely doing well. A great place to stop by if to indulge on some sweets and treats.

" My favorite candy store " I live in chestnuthill, In…read moreNewton . I drive to this store for goodies the candy kind . It's such a cute store . Lovely attention, and welcoming atmosphere. Everyone belongs and is welcomed . I also got little candy gifts and ceramics to give away to my friends and family .

Was at the chocolate expo and got some truffles from them. They were amazing. The service was 5…read morestars as well. Will definitely be by their store to grab some more soon.

Amazing!!! The chocolate is phenomenal and the owner thoughfully selects special ingredients from…read moreso many different places, you can travel the world just by stepping into this store. I don't have pictures because the chocolate did not last 5 minutes.

Super cute & inviting. When you walk by you can't help but turn your head and peer inside. It's…read moreeyecatching. From chocolate to "vintage" candies and hard to find favorites, this place has something for your sweet tooth. It's really temptation on steroids. Delectable. If I were the owner, I'd offer a membership or subscription service because it's a place to return to.

"Come with me, and you'll be in a world of pure imagination..." Okay, maybe this isn't exactly…read moreWilly Wonka's Candy Factory, but Lolli and Pops, a fantastical candy shop at the Natick Collections Mall is probably the next best thing! They have everything from handmade truffles, giant Rice Krispy squares, vintage sodas, unique gifts, and more. As other reviewers said, this place can definitely be overwhelming, but the cheerful and friendly staff is very attentive and great at guiding confectionary connoisseurs through the wide ranging selection. Be sure to sign up for their mailing list! It takes five minutes, and they'll give you a pound of high quality gummy bears in quirky flavors like grapefruit and blueberry for free, just as a thank you! Every dollar you spend equals a point, and certain numbers of points add up to rewards, like free chocolate bars and truffles. This is super worthwhile, because the candy is on the expensive side, and a discount will make your visit even sweeter!

Stopped in to use a gift card we received the party I was with got 4 of the smoothies and one bowl…read more(electric mermaid). The staff was super friendly and kind and the ambiance inside was really cute and colorful. Menu is quite large with lots of selection. The smoothies and bowl were very fresh and the fruit was delicious in the bowl. Would definitely return!

Playa Bowls is a quick-service spot specializing in healthy bowls, smoothies, and other fresh…read moreoptions. The space itself is small, with limited indoor seating, though there are a few tables available outside. Staff are friendly and efficient, and they're happy to customize bowls to your preference. We tried the Nutella Acai Bowl and a Mango Bowl. The acai held up well without melting too quickly, and paired nicely with the bananas and other toppings on the Nutella bowl. The granola was fresh and added a satisfying crunch. Overall, the bowls were flavorful, refreshing, and a great option for a quick healthy bite.