I visited this wonderful shop In October 2022. The chocolate is much different than anything I have…read moretasted-it was delicious. It was dark chocolate, there was a grainy texture, and it was flavorful-not overly sweet. I loved that there were chunks of cherries in every bite. This is a lovely place to visit. I just finished my last piece, after 1 1/2 years tonight.

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This is the chocolate shop in Modica you need to go to. The others are just background noise! If…read moreyou want some real artisan chocolate goods, then come to this cozy alleyway that serves heaven. I like how it's a little museum, the staff is very nice, and you can see into the back kitchen where the magic happens. Among the many unique chocolate products, you can also get chocolate beer/liquor and yummy cannoli. Don't skip out on the chocolate bar made with donkey milk, chocolate with chili, and vanilla one!

Cannoli and (Modica) chocolate. This *used* to be the best…read morecannoli in Modica. It may not have the crown any more (per the locals), but it it is still very very very good - albeit large. They make the shells fresh, they fill the shells while you wait, etc - it's pretty much exactly what cannoli should be. And yes, if you're from the USA, you probably have no idea what cannoli *could* be Oh yes, this is also an excellent place to try out quite a variety of Modica chocolate (and go to the nearby chocolate museum to see the origins of this throwback to old-school chocolate!)

The best Granita/Cremolata in Modica? Yeah, yeah, much…read moredebate about this - every place has the best, I know. But this is *good*. Locals swear by it. A lot. Not just the locals - we were there pretty much every day for granita/coffee in the morning, and a couple more during the day (And yes, the brioche is pretty damn amazing too - just the right texture for dunking)

5 stars of delicious pastries, gelato and of course amazing coffee! Perfectly situated on the…read moreentrance of town. If you are looking for authentic local flavors and to be impressed my cleanliness make this place a quick stop on your trip to Modica. It is worth every single calorie :)