This belgian chocolatier is the best kept secret at Schiphol…read more Belgian chocolatier outside of Belgium!

Always buy these when I'm overseas because there are no stores left in the US unfortunatelyread more

Why 5 stars? Because the chocolate here delivered the best souvenir we purchased during our time in…read moreEurope. --- --- --- Our mission in our 3-city Europe trip was to buy chocolate from the most highly rated shop in each place to take home to our parents, as a thank you for watching our son during our first adults-only vacation since he was born. Puccini Bomboni was pretty universally noted as the top spot in Amsterdam, so off we went. We bought a whole bunch of stuff and it was all pretty enjoyable. Was it the greatest chocolate I've ever had? No, but the real highlight came from my Mom texting me every day after I gave her the chocolate I bought for her. She said it may have ruined every future piece of chocolate she ever eats for the rest of her life. So while it was more in the 4-star range for what we tried, my Mom is much more of a chocolate aficionado than me, and those are words you can't take lightly!

Heavenly chocolatier that uses very unique ingredients such as tamarind and black currant while…read morealso featuring exotic chocolates with more robust profiles that stand alone without added flavors. Fun little spot in a cool corner of Amsterdam. The lady who worked there really helped us choose a nice combination of flavors that balanced out our sample. They've been there 20 years already for a reason!

If you adore chocolate, you might consider a visit to the Fine Chocolate store Lounge 3 ;-)…read more The different chocolate brands they sell are considered the best in the world. I'm talking about Valrohna from France (which is the chocolate brand that gourmetchefs use in their deserts), actually its the purest and most honest chocolate in the world. Then there is Neuhaus from Belgium which tastes equally heavenly, but has a different character, and is also one of the highest quality chocolate brands in the world. And last but not least, Godiva from Belgium (also a very good chocolate) which is a bit sweeter and more creamy. Sometimes they sell a view different brands, like for instance... Ferrero, Lindt or Leonidas, but that is not always the case, I think that depends on the season. The ladies (and one or two gentlemen) really know their stuff, and are passioned about their chocolate. They know their brands inside out, offer high quality service, are very good in giving chocolate-advise and suggestions, have a great smile and make me feel like I am the queen herself :-) Yes, that is what I call, the million dollar-treatment :-D! They even walk around the counter and offer me my purchase as if it is a big diamond I bought for the ridiculous price of 10.000 euro's!!! But no!!!! It just is a little bag with chocolate inside!! That is the WAUW-factor for me, honestly. Soooo, if you get the chance to buy some chocolate for a loved one of yourself, give them a visit, and don't be surprised if you buy more than you bargained for. Have fun :-D

Delicious appelslofje met slagroom and tea. Cappuccino was great. Friendly and prompt service…read more Close to main street. €17 for two tarts, a tea and a coffee.

A bakery close to the Dom (famous tower in Utrecht)…read more According to a local friend, the best bakery in town. Of course, I don't believe this until I give it a try. And yes, the apple pie was great. Too bad I could not try all the other cakes. I heard the tompouce is nice. I will definitely return again, and give the cheese cakes a try next time.

Oh my chocolate gods! The smell when you walk into the shop is divine!…read moreYou can definitely smell that the cocoa is processed from bean to end product in the back of the shop which you can see through the glass wall. Cacao has a reasonably small collection of products in my opinion but it seems to grow every time I come here, so that keeps me happy of course. I do feel that everything here is outrageously overpriced though so I really only ever come here to buy a special gift or have a SMALL serving of there hot chocolate. Really, just get the small one because this liquid heaven is heavy. So a quick note to the people I know, you must be really, extremely special to me if I bring you something from cacao!

The sales lady was lovely and the store is so neat. Loves this place. It's got some smooth milk…read morechocolate. Haven't had some that in quite some time!

Yes, the ice cream is very delicious here, so make sure to check them out if you are in the area. I…read morewill make sure to come back soon to purchase a few of their chocolates. Especially the chocolate mango one. Also, I notice they had some lovely mother's day gift package to purchase for your mom.

Wandered in here during a day trip to Haarlem Beautiful…read moreclean shop with lovely displays I was in search of the perfect hot chocolate and after a disappointing cup made from Cocoa powder in Amsterdam, I found the holy grail here! They literally melt chocolate drops/discs with hot milk ... so creamy and not overly sweet... absolute perfection Purchased the chocolate sprinkles too! Gelato was also perfect.. wish I could have sampled everything in this gem of a chocolate shop. Best quality chocolate I found in Amsterdam!

I have visited this shop several times over the years. This is the first time I have been back…read moreduring the Pandemic. Simply put, I believe this is the best chocolate on the planet. I've tried chocolate in every country in Europe and many places around the world. This shop produces a superior product in richness of flavor, mouth feel, and creativity of expression. They also have some beautiful packaging. Very friendly staff. Easy to fine id central Delft. Be prepared to buy several bars as it is not easy to decide on just one or two.

You will not be disappointed! We came after lunch every day, unapologetically, to select 1 or 2…read moreBARS each. So many choices, So delicious. One night we had dinner at a posh restaurant in The Hague and for dessert, they served us a dish that included a slice of Van Der Burgh .. So funny to us because we had been to the chocolate shop earlier in the day. Hey what is vacation for, right

Situated in the wonderful, cosy part of Haarlem, you're almost lured inside this place with the…read morefancy appetizing name. The interior is dimly lit, somewhat hipster, and smells of beertjes. For a place called dessertbar, they really don't excel in desserts, though. I tried the chocolate cake, which was served in abundance, but it was downright stale. When I remarked casually, the not-so-friendly hostess mentioned that the cake is only baked every once in a while. Thanks for not mentioning this while I ordered my once a week sweet delight (just kidding, I eat cakes for breakfast). Overall, the drinks selection is small, but prices average. It could be a good spot to look at passers-by outside or meet up with friends. Just don't try the desserts.

The Dessert Bar has a fantastic, cozy location just south of Grote Markt, and has the logo and…read moreimage to lure people in for a range of delicious desserts and sweet drinks, like mixers and sweet wines and scotch, right? Kinda WRONG!! They have three or so dessert options, none of which are appropriately unique or fancy for a place called Dessert Bar (stale chocolate cake for one). And the drinks are minimal as well. I ordered the orange ice creamy drink - can't remember what it's called - and it was decent, but everyone else at the table had some trouble finding something special. Stocking Jack Daniels and cheap Port just is not good enough! Feels more like a The Average Bar than The Dessert Bar. :(