I attended a wine & chocolate pairing class and was fortunate enough to taste these exquisite…read morechocolates. Had it not been for this class I would have never discovered this confectionary delight. We sampled four different chocolates: Madagascar 72% (Estate Blend Dark), Hispaniola 74% (Single Origin Dark), Ecuador 77% (Estate Dark), & Trinidad 80% (Single Origin Dark). I immediately could taste the high quality of this chocolate in comparison to cheaper brands. It was also fascinating to discover how the chocolate enhanced the flavor of the wine. We also learned how to appreciate the chocolate by focusing with our senses and to savor it slowly in order to identify flavors and sensations. The way the chocolate feels and melts in your mouth affects the flavor, as well as the aromas you smell as you are savoring it. A superior quality chocolate will leave a smooth, creamy & clean finish in your mouth and not a gritty & sugary after taste that you often get with commercial chocolate. This luxury chocolate is hand crafted at an atelier located in Manhattan Beach. You can't purchase at that location, but you can order it online along with hot chocolate, cake mix, brownie mix, and other goodies at: barauchocolat.com

I have been a customer for more than 15 years. Although they have moved locations the quality…read moreremains the same, EXCELLENT. I bought two boxes of sea salt caramel, triple dark, California coffee and strawberry cheesecake. The chocolates were gifts and thoroughly enjoyed. Chef Jeffray's chocolates are the best!!

I guess the tl;dr for this extremely long rant/review for the public is that Marsatta Chocolate…read moremakes great chocolate, but that the optimal conditions for buying from them is 1) if you are local and 2) if you never have any issues/complaints with their products or services (review in the attached photos).

It's located right at the entrance/exit of Mitsuwa attached to the Del Amo Mall and this Royce…read moreshares the same space as J. Sweets. Staff is super polite, welcoming, and friendly in that Japanese way that a lot of store staff are (if you know, you know). She saw us perusing their seasonal goods and commenting on how cute everything was and she offered us some samples. Asking us if we liked matcha and answering our questions on what her favorites were. We got to try the Uji Matcha Fromage and the Nama Chocolate Gianduja. My friend ended up getting the latter. Delicious hazelnut and almond paste with their milk chocolate, infused with the liqueurs of those nuts too. Deep and rich tastes without being too bitter. I was worried about her purchasing it then since we had the whole day ahead of us but the store clerk let us know they had ice packs and everything was packaged nicely.

This is for all my chocolate fanatics! This is chocolate is truly decadent, smooth, extremely…read moresatisfying! A friend gifted these to me when she moved. I had never heard of this brand. The packaging alone screams luxury. The potato chips are to die for! The chocolate is not too sweet, the chips have a nice crisp and the right touch of salt. The truffels are some of the best I've ever had. I think the price for these items are quite reasonable for the quality your are given. Each bag of chips are about $18-$20. These chips are perfect for gifts or cheat day. Truly something special! The service is very good. I've had the same ladies help me every time I've visited and they are always very kind. This place is located inside the Mitsuwa Marketplace. It's right at the entrance of the Market. I'm not always in the area but when I get the chance I pick up at least a few boxes. You will not regret this treat! The place is very clean. There is plenty of parking available.

I purchased and enjoyed the Choconut Cookie from this place; 10/10. It is definitely unique in…read moreflavor. The crunchy edges and and doughy-ness of the cookie was so . Excellent staff who were friend and trusted overall ambience is lovely. Ps: better than Crumbl cookie

Finally got to try this cookie spot, and it did not disappoint! We went toward the end of the…read morenight, so they were already running low and had run out of some cookies, but thankfully we were still able to get the Original. We had it warmed up, and it was delicious! It's definitely a hefty, thick cookie, so it's pretty filling. I highly recommend having it with a glass of milk because that combo was perfect. Definitely coming back to try more of their flavors next time!

We heard they had great fish n chips and this was not false advertising…read more Our server was great, never missed a beat with extras we asked for or a fresh cocktail. It's a funky building, multi colored and the inside has lovely sayings on the walls. We split an order of fish n chips. I have never had cod still crazy hot but not overcooked. There are 3 pieces of cod, so come hungry or split it. The fries were crispy and plentiful. Love Huddy's.

Idnk how this place has the rating it does. Food is as satisfactory as it gets…read more get the: burger, brisket sandwich, tacos, hotdog , chicken sandwich. You will see. Attempted to try it all. The best part is how it's empty and you get servers huffing and puffing on splitting a bill in a restaurant where it's just you and them. And another peeved about getting water because they're taking to people they know. The place exudes not needing business they are fine. But the drinks are good.

UPDATE: they actually relocated to vegas! And they are only doing WHOLESALE . I'm hoping to get my…read morewhole foods to get them back in stock . Love their cookies ! SO SAD THIS COMPANY CLOSED DOWN!!! they are no longer selling at Whole Foods . I guess they had equipment malfunctioned and just took a loss and stopped making cookies :(

Oh my god the cookies taste & look like you have to put them n the oven doesn't look as if they…read morewere baked at all. Just strange. I had the Maui Wooi and the muffin. They just taste like from outer space not understanding the concept great ingredients but as far as the cookie, I'm not sure it feels like a bag of dough.

Gluten free done right!…read more As someone who does not need to keep a gluten free diet, I can absolutely appreciate how delicious and well crafted the food here is. In the same plaza are two separate locations with different menus which I thought was kind of funny. WITH PARKING! They are both cute little cafe style shops. We came for the dine LA deal but I will definitely be coming back just for funsies.

I love anything sweet, especially doughnuts. I feel like I have more of a sweet tooth now than I…read moredid before and eat way too many sugary goodies. I went by this place and was thinking if it was any good. Then, I saw that they were gluten free. I'm not gluten free but I do like that's an option. It makes me feel less guilty consuming it. Could just be me though. Lol. I got the Blueberry Lemon and it was decent. Not great, no bad ... somewhere in the middle. Service was fine and parking was easy to find.

It's pretty safe to say I'm usually one of those last minute holiday shoppers. We went out…read moreyesterday to fight the traffic and the crowds at the Del Amo Fashion Center (fortunately wasn't that bad, we got lucky) and it paid off because I was able to get all my shopping done in a couple hours. I remember Hickory Farms having permanent store locations in the malls many years ago. Now, except for holidays like Christmas when they set up temporary stores or kiosks, it sounds like it's pretty much a web-based business only now. While walking through the mall, I see this Hickory Farms kiosk. It's located on the lower level at the escalators, near Joann fabrics & crafts, between JC Penney's and Macy's. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/hickory-farms-torrance-2?select=KrWYhOQc-vFGktGYCLtAhw https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/hickory-farms-torrance-2?select=dDTZmA3kC3Bx0-GxNYXklw They offer a variety of gift boxes & baskets with cheeses, beef or turkey summer sausage, salami, etc. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/hickory-farms-torrance-2?select=qS4_Dyu9frmCn5suuGoKiw https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/hickory-farms-torrance-2?select=SP5RhYuglVWBGhZbsJAiSQ The staff was friendly and helpful, though not so helpful that she would give be a bag without charging me for it, LOL. Like many things at Christmas, the costs add up quickly. I bought a few things and that checked off the last names on my shopping list, so we worked our way back to the car. Thanks Hickory Farms.

My daughter and I were doing some quick shopping and happened upon this year's Hickory Farms kiosk…read moreand man, were we excited. Totally put us in the holiday mood. The two very nice employees walked us through all the special deals and gave us samples so we could make an informed decision. The $20 box special works perfect. It allows you to have a little of everything. We bought two boxes filled with their delicious meats, cheeses and mustards. We also bought some tasty mints and some peppermint white chocolate covered pretzel pieces! I will definitely be returning with my husband for more goodies as the holidays draw nearer. Who doesn't love meat, cheese and candy? #Yum

You don't have to be "gluten- free or sensitive" to enjoy anything here!…read moreYou'd never regret having scones, cheesecake, or breads here. Very friendly, and hospitable. On a very hot day, my cousins and I were treated to cold cups of kochi-ja tea w/ yuzu

This is one of those bakeries where you walk in and want one of everything…read more I tried the almond brioche along with a couple shots of espresso. Friends ordered a few other things as well, and overall everything was super good. What stood out most was the texture. Everything tasted moist and well made without feeling like it was trying too hard to be "gluten-free." I'm not personally gluten sensitive, though a couple friends I was with are, and honestly I wouldn't have known it was gluten-free based on the quality and taste alone. The drinks were solid too and paired well with everything we ordered. The whole place has a calm neighborhood bakery feel to it, and you can tell it's a spot locals come back to often.

TLDR: A good stop for sweets that you know the locals love and support. I've been here a few times,…read moreand I'm yet to try a flavor that I don't like. Hand packed quart: I love that this is $15/16. In a world where pints are edging closer to $13, it's nice to still know a place that rewards you when buying more from them. I like how the ice cream looks soft enough off the scooping area that the person hand packing the quart can do it relatively quickly. Chocolate: I think it's above average, but I won't question it if you think that it's just fine. Chocolate for me has always been about finding that line of "not too sweet" and finding that hint of bitterness to get you down from that sugary high. I feel that this place finds that balance well. Ambiance: The place is dated, borderline vintage. I think they should lean into it, and I think they do. Service: Professional, quick, and what you want when buying dessert. Yes, there is a line, but it runs pretty quickly.

Manhattan Beach Creamery is an independent, local Manhattan Beach landmark worth a stop for anyone…read morevisiting the area - and multiple visits if they are to your taste. While I've been here a few times this is my first formal review. I came with my family one Sunday evening on a hot July day, bypassing several chains on the way, including the new(er) Salt and Straw across the street. The inside is packed to the brim with sweets, small toys, and people, much like a candy shop of old. After reaching the front of the winding line our family shared a Banana Split ($13) - three scoops of ice cream, a split banana, hot fudge, a single dry topping (we chose coconut), whipped cream, and a trio of cherries - about as classic as it comes. The ice cream was good but not exceptional. The chocolate and strawberry were fairly generic, but I liked the third scoop of banana foster ice cream which had a nice banana kick. I doubt this ice cream is home made. The complements and construction to the sundae were great, however, and the flavors came together well. As I would hope for a location like this, the staff are local youths who served with patience and passion. In cases throughout the store are several of their other specialties - ice cream cookie sandwiches, dipped frozen bananas, and more - inviting repeat visits. Prices are elevated but not crazy for such a trendy area, although I would say with the middling quality of the ice cream a couple dollars less would be fine. Overall, Manhattan Beach Creamery is a local landmark worth at least a single visit for anyone in the area. If you can get past the generic, if a little boring, ice cream flavor and rampant commodification of the interior, you'll find a classic ice cream parlor with great service and history. Is it worth a repeat visit? I leave that to you. Food: 4/5 Service: 4.5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Value: 4/5