Hong Kong review #11…read more After taking the MTR across the harbor to Kowloon, then giving up on the long and VERY slow taxi line, we walked through the mall towards the the W hotel to catch a taxi there. Along the way, some macarons on display in the window of this chocolates store caught my eye and I had to investigate. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/la-maison-du-chocolat-香港-4 After stepping in not only do I see macarons, but also a large variety of awesome looking chocolates imported from France, which were so tempting. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/la-maison-du-chocolat-香港-4?select=6vCl32LaCMYDmPVgfS3VSQ http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/la-maison-du-chocolat-香港-4?select=j9-BksLHlUSWy2p45jJa5Q http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/la-maison-du-chocolat-香港-4?select=QPYGYl8G2HA-Nr6UfXMiJw However I had tunnel vision for the macarons. I saw boxes with 6 and more, but fortunately I was able to buy just two raspberry macarons at HK$28 each ($3.60 US). http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/la-maison-du-chocolat-香港-4?select=lLuTQZAaR-o46RRClcqWwQ Even though such care was taken to package them so beautifully, they didn't make it as far as the taxi stand... and they were delicious.... and just what I needed!

Pro: Located next to the garage entrance and public restroom, try out chocolates before you buy,…read moregood selection, English fluent staff. Con: Pricy, reflects the location. First time trying La Maison out in Paris was quite a treat, didn't know they had a shop in HK, which was quite a bonus. We tried out both white and dark chocolate that they offered, not too rich nor sweet, insanely well balance coco ratio. They got us to purchase 6 pieces while we were on our way to afternoon tea, that means a lot in their product. Def give this place a shot, for there are not many shops around the global for you to try out their chocolate.

Some things in life you cannot get away with, well some can but I cannot and during the time I was…read morehere I wanted to buy something for my significant other just cause she was not on the trip, and from my friend in Hong Kong... I was brought into this place. There is chocolate.. and then there is La Maison Du Chocolat... you are practically going into the Louis Vutton, Prada, Hermes store of sweets if you decide to enter here, and expect to have money dropped, for some harder than others if you do not have any self control. This store is honestly a boutique for chocolate from La Maison, bringing their finest foot forward with their glass cases displaying sweets like jewellery at Tiffany's. I did not know what I was walking into, and when my friend brought me here, with her expensive taste I knew this was going to be trouble.. just trouble to my wallet, luckily for me I am on vacation and I have no problem getting stuff like this for someone special. You just have to come in here not questioning the prices and you will be fine (you can say that anywhere really, but you pay for what you get!). From the professionally dressed sales-girl, to the lighting bringing out the store this was going to be a different shopping experience. On the side you have displays of their gift boxes, all wrapped and ready to go, then you come to the glass cases showing their decadent selection of single piece chocolates (ganaches and pralines), fruit pastes in multiple flavours, some larger chunks of chocolates that look like brittles, and their signature selection of macarons. For the chocolate lover in you.. this place doesn't just have you covered... it goes above that, just remember: boutique experience. The sales-girl presented some samples for us to try, kind of like luring the bait.. well it worked, and during this time I was able to pick up something that is usual not in stores year round, a box of glazed chestnuts. I am one to spoil as well.. seeing in my opinion that this was not enough I decided to also pick up a box of fruit pastes, and just to finish it off, one more item: their 100% coro noir, practically pure chocolate. Everything was wrapped like I just bought a purse from Louis Vutton, and for good measure I had a macaron just outside of the store, bagged up... then eaten not to long after. Walking out, carrying my purchase... they definitely know how to market themselves to the high end clientele, the bags used were of the same quality as all the high end boutiques, even their catalogue which they included in the bag was of good weight. I will not say how much I spent.. but if you are comparing chocolate to.... some designer item... well let's just leave this as a mysterious amount. If you are looking for something special, something that will 'wow', something not available in most other cities in the world (I am from Vancouver.. and no... we do not have this brand!) and something that hopefully be remembered, come in here and be prepared to spend for some of the finer things in life. Enjoy, and don't blame me if you are broke!

Just came back from Paris and had lamented the fact that I didn't buy more chocolate while I was…read morethere. Quickly realized though that here in Hong Kong there is a heavy Parisian influence. As such there are many of the same favorite treats that I was finding in France here in this giant of an Asian city! La Maison Du Chocolat has multiple Hong Kong locations including here at Pacific Place (a smaller store is located in IFC). Walk downstairs to the store and you'll find an array of chocolate bites (ganaches and pralines) along with a number of truffles. I believe most people are coming here for the bite size morsels that can easily be packaged into gift boxes because, hey, that's what everyone was coming in for. Ask for a sample and they will oblige but virtually any of the ganaches will be a wonderful experience. I bought myself enough truffles to last a lifetime and dark chocolate bars to keep me satisfied for at least half a year. Of course, I spent a year's worth of salary here as well but you should do what makes you happy, right?

Service was very friendly, and the space is clean. There is a small area up front with 2 chairs…read moreand bar. We tried the following gelato flavors: - vanilla - coffee - raspberry rose The raspberry rose was amazing! I'm not into floral flavors, but this was delicate, sweet and tangy. It's pricey, but worth it for a special treat.

would always go for their ice cream or chocolate drinks rather than chocolate, esp dark chocolate…read moreones

Hong Kong is a francophile city. Everywhere you go you'll see Paris/French branded stores. They're…read moreobsessed with the fashion as well as food and that is evident in any shopping mall you go to. Within Pacific Place Mall right below Cova, there's a little new patisserie or an Eclairie (I coined this word) where you can find one of Paris' most famous tasty treats. Eclairs are not as simple as they appear. Their pastry dough has to be a certain consistency. The cream filling to the pastry dough ratio has to be high. The glaze has to match the cream on the inside. So at the end of the day, few "eclairs" can actually live up to these standards and ultimately fail. They become more like a jelly/cream filled donut. L'eclair De Genie is a French company that has found its way into this port city. Not only are their little pastries works of art, but they fulfill all the criteria that make the eclair and eclair. We had the salted caramel, blueberry chestnut, pistachio chocolate and the noel. All unique in their on respect and a perfect treat for afternoon tea. So if you have a chance to come by this mall, you MUST try L'eclair De Genie!

As I walked by the counter, I looked at the eclairs closer and saw that some of them are sparkling!…read moreReally, they add shimmering touch to their eclairs! And that is calling me. Passion Crispy Framboise: Crème fruits de la passion, crispy de framboises. The eclair has a sparkling glaze on it, topped with shimmering fuchsia pink crispy bits. The filling is a rich and dense cream, a tangy passion fruit flavor. The glaze is shiny and sparkles, the taste is very sweet like a thick marmalade. The eclair biscuit is soft. It's one of the rare moment where I take the time to slow down and enjoy the food. Contemplating how the eclair shines under the lights. They're like a piece of jewelry.

I saw Godiva and couldn't help it. I ordered the iced latte. Am enjoying it as I am typing this…read morereview. Great service. Just wish the location was in the middle of the airport so I didn't have to walk so far.

Located outside the Departure hall, this Godiva chocolate shop is almost like the perfect way to…read moresay goodbye to Hong Kong. Sprinkled with chocolate sauce, none of the taste of the "ice' in the ice cream at all except what matters - chocolatey fullness and goodness, and on top of it all the 'Godiva' chocolate sign on top of your soft serve serves as a pretty good instagram shot. Having one that is so easy to lick with its soft chocolate goodness, who can resist? Quite a few will be bewildered on the idea of spending such money on an ice cream cone. If you don't have the answer to that, getting rid of all your spare HKD will be a pretty darn good guilt-less excuse for that. Godiva soft-serve HK$45/ NT$180/ S$8 and HK$5 cheaper at this outlet.

A good spot for a quick chocolate and/or gelato fix. It does fall on the higher end for price, but…read morethe quality is good and there's a wide variety of flavors. The gelato that we had was plant based which didn't have the texture of a regular gelato, but the flavor was still good.

I only eat dark chocolate and I like to eat it in small quantities. Sometimes I buy a small bar at…read morea supermarket and sometimes I get a few pieces at a bakery/chocolate specialist. However dark chocolate is not as common as sugary milk chocolates and it's harder to find good ones, with a high cocoa percentage. I hadn't heard of Venchi until very recently! (even though they also have two more shops in TST and Central). Initially I was looking for a small present to bring to a dinner invitation, I was so glad they had some variety of dark chocolate! The shop is bright and elegant, on the third floor of Hopewell Center, covering up a full corner. They sell small chocolates, bars, spreads and ice cream made of milk, dark, white, sugar-free, hazelnut...all kind basically! As small pieces of dark choc (or 'chocaviar') they have one that is at least 75% and a blend with truffle. They both looked amazing. Little pricey, won't deny it...but it makes for the perfect present, as it is presented in an elegant box. Other gift ideas are their assortment of dark chocs or their bars, all packaged in thick nicely designed paper. I didn't look into the ice creams (gelatos) but from what I saw they have a big range of flavors: lemon, orange, cacao, nuts...all very neatly laid at the central counter. So, if you are into chocolate and want to treat yourself or you're looking for a small present, this is probably a great place for that. For me, it's the dark chocolate variety that got be hooked on.

Nothing different compared to the ones in North America. The familiarity. Love this place. Got my…read moreusual ice cream here. It taste the same as the one in Canada Metrotown Godiva. Very delicious and very friendly staff. In terms of price its more expensive compared to Canada.

I'm on a quest to taste the different chocolates of the world. One of my fave Ice cream store here…read morein Hongkong!!! I super love Godiva. I always make sure that Godiva is part of my HK itinerary.

One of my favourite macaroons and cake place in Hong Kong. Their macaroons is to die for and I…read morelove their chestnut and pistachio flavour. Problem is that they don't make the flavour all the time. I don't order a lot either so it is hard to preorder. So I basically call them every day and ask them which flavour they have for the day, and call back every few days after until I get what I want (and happy for like 2 days until that cycle repeats itself!) Seriously their macaroons are just so much better than the so called macaroons brand name stores. From appearance and flavour are A+. Knowing how to make them myself (and to lazy to make it) I really appreciate how they have the appearance and flavour. I have took so many classes on cute macaroons, those those are just cute and sugar. Theirs is professional smooth, with side edges risen well with that sharp non-deflated shape like other so called brand name stores. Their flavour is superb. Man I am dying for some but I have used up my sugar quota for the week...

We stopped by here after walking through the Shangri La hotel. This cafe is located in the basement…read moreof the hotel, near the entrance of the mall. We noticed the cute pastries and seats inside and decided to stop in. We decided to order several pastries including some macaroons, as well as coffee beverages. It was pleasant to sit inside the restaurant and enjoy our food and drinks. The pastries were delicious, but not better than similar ones I've tried before. Overall, we enjoyed this cafe and would consider coming back!