Cute little store for a chocolatier that was founded in Bologna. I was visiting Bologna for the…read morefirst time and wanted to bring home some chocolate. This store only has their brand, but they have a very large selection!! They have a great variety of chocolates (dark, milk, white, with nuts, etc) in different packaging (chocolate bars, gift sets, etc). I chatted a bit with the cashier, and she was so sweet and kind. She shared some of their history and provided recommendations. I bought a couple chocolate bars (milk chocolate with pistachios and dark chocolate with hazelnuts) and a gift set that has some of their signature pieces. Everything was delicious! But definitely pricier than I am used to. Especially compared to the very little bit that comes in the box.

Majani is a chocolatier that is founded in Bologna, Italy, in 1796! The dark chocolate comes in…read morevarious percentages as well as flavors using cocoa butter. When I need some strong dark chocolate (which provides my brain with a jump start) I'll go for 70% dark. At the same time I enjoy the caffe and pistachio flavors! Thank goodness when I leave Italy from Malpensa airport in the Milano area, they have a Majani chocolate shop in Milano Centrale (train station)! I load up on their thimble-sized squares filling up a bag with assorted flavors. Never leave Italy without Majani chocolato! Ci vediamo Majani!

This chocolate shop is beyond fabulous. The chocolate makers are true artists. You will find all…read morethings chocolate here and all beautifully created. Everything we tried was so beautiful to behold you almost didn't want to eat it. But once you bite into anything here, you swoon. There is candy, pastries, cake, cookies all made with exquisite care and the best ingredients. This is a wonderful place to pick up a few gifts to bring back home. I don't know too many people who wouldn't feel like they've died and gone to heaven after sampling some of the chocolates made here. I was so taken with the chocolate in the shape of attrezzi (tools) and nuts and bolts....so cool! Even the coloration of the chocolate was made on some pieces, to suggest a hint of rust. The owners of the shop are helpful and kind. This is a beautiful, old-world chocolate shop with delicious and gorgeous products. The shop itself is in an ancient building within the walled city of Lucca. Everything about it, like all of the walled city of Lucca is just dreamy. Go!

Some very good chocolate. There were these circle chocolate topped with nuts that I saw the…read moreprevious customers bought, so I decided to give them a try as well. They were quite good. Might have been peanuts...not sure. Chocolate with raisins were well balanced. Would definitely stop by again when we're in town!

What an absolute treat! From cookies to gelato, and featuring a variety of coffee options,…read morePasticceria Giovannini is worth the stop. The cookies are all crumble in your mouth fresh, with an attention to quality that is immediately apparent. Each offering has a unique style and flavor, and everything is very reasonably priced. The staff is super friendly, especially if you're making an effort to communicate in Italian. And as you'd expect, this cafe has a neighborhood, local feel. It's stylish and lively, but not overwhelming. One of our favorite spots in Montecatini.

Words don't do this place justice! Amazing pasticceria!!! Friendly staff, super affordable, amazing…read moreespresso and the desserts are out of this world. My mother and I were on vacation in Montecatini at a hotel that was a 1 minute walk away (dangerous). Our morning routine was to get a cappuccino and un caffe. The espresso was strong and full of flavor. Most days we came back later in the day and tried other varieties - all great. Now about the desserts....nothing like I've ever tasted in America! Everything was so clean, had unique tastes with a perfect amount of sweetness - just mouthwatering. The prices were super low too. One visit we got 5 pastries for 8 euros. Giovannini makes me want to vacation there again ASAP!!

This place sure is dangerous! All the chocolate you can imagine and you can purchase as many as you…read morewant since it's all based on weight. They offer a huge selection of Perugina, my favorite is baci of course. Come here but be cautious ;)

Of all places in Italy, I find this little treasure box of chocolate. Made in house (you can see…read morethe kitchen from the shop). I good 8 pieces of filled chocolates (€10). Some had liquor in them ;) The few I've eaten so far are delicious. I would think the most famous cities in Italy would all have their own local chocolate shops, oh no! Not in Florence. Yes, in Bologna, a culinary capital in Italy. I'm tempted to return to Bologna even as I venture on to other Italian towns and cities. Just for more delicious Roccati chocolates!

There is no better chocolate in Bologna. Beautiful shop with gorgeous display and even better…read moretasting treats. Don't miss this shop!

Recently visited Lucca. Lovely store with fabulous treats. The Italian cookies are so good. Highly…read morerecommend.

I'll be honest this wasn't one on my list to try however I'm so glad we did. Being American it's…read moreintimidating to order when honestly Italian is not something I'm good at. Anyhow the service was nothing short of wonderful. They welcomed us and walked us through the whole thing. This gelato was so creamy, smooth, with the flavors being on point. Prices I thought were very reasonable considering what it was and compared to the US. Don't hesitate to try even if they say it's a chain.

Going to venchi in Italy is like going to Panda Express in China... overpriced and not that good.read more