The Chocolatier

(8 reviews)

6.2 mi

The hubby and I stopped here to check out their candy selection. We were very impressed. The prices…read morewere reasonable. The packaging is nice. The service is professional. The shop is clean and well organized. We will definitely be coming back.

BEST CANDY STORE EVER! The salt water taffy is the most delicious thing I've ever tasted! The…read moreservice is outstanding. SO SO SO CUTE, you have to go! A must see!

Pick your own taffy

Assorted taffy

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Lindt Chocolate Shop

Pretty good first visit to this location in October 2024. I was leaving an outlet across the…read morestreet with the intention of going to the Lindt Outlet in Stratham. While sitting at the traffic light I saw this location and thought hey, I just saved some time and tolls while I parked. This location is fairly large in comparison to other shops I have visited. I was greeted almost immediately and was able to have a few questions about upcoming products quickly. Making my way to the back of the store was a very good selection of discounted pre-packaged bags that I somehow made room for in my carry on bag! I have become a big Lindt fan... consistently very good quality and an exceptional variety!

From the minute you walk in you are greeted and the sales representatives are both friendly and…read morehelpful. great personalites and makes a great experience.

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La Cascade du Chocolat

Holy crap. A chocolate shop with chocolate made by angels. I'd been craving fancy chocolate for…read moreweeks. They have a great variety of perfectly shiny happiness nuggets to choose from. Satisfied all emotional needs. The hot chocolate is definitely worth a visit on its own. Hard to choose from the descriptions, but luckily staff and a local chocolate fan were helpful in picking the right option for me. Went with Madagascar for its floral, fruity notes. Was not disappointed. Perfect end to the day after shopping for records at the antique shop nearby. Not to be missed.

The very best chocolate experience available. Absolute perfection from the quality to presentation…read more Worth every penny.

Spending more than planned

Chocolate House

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Can't place the filling: Honey? Praline? Delicious! Part of 9-Pc Chocolatier'sChoice BonbonBox.

Enna Chocolate

(8 reviews)

0.8 mi

Oh wow I did not expect this hidden gem! They make their own chocolate, which is incredible, and…read morealso have the most tasty coffee and hot chocolate (not to mention, the chocolate coffee!). Definitely going to be my go-to when I have a craving for a coffee and pastry now. Also the service was amazing - the staff are so knowledgeable, and let us sample the chocolate currently being made! We came home with several of the bars (they even have 100%)!

OMG!! This is chocolate at its finest. My wife and I try to time it to pick up a couple of their…read moredelicious brownies and cookies. If you haven't tried it you should. Open on Sundays, great and friendly barista that REALLY can make a great cup of coffee!! You literally have to go to Burdicks in Walpole to get better chocolate!

The secret recipe Enna Chocolate Chip Cookie!

Interior

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Hot Chocolate service for two

D Squared Java

Wonderful environment, great service, and delicious beverages & food. Nice place and people to…read morechill out with.

I keep trying, but the cappuccinos are still never hot! Why is that? This is the third straight…read moretime. The milk is steamed, correct? I end up having to drink it very fast! Just had a cappuccino at another cafe yesterday and it was quite hot. I guess I will order straight coffee here from now on. I do hope they fix this.

Visiting from SC and found this great place to relax and study while enjoying a selection of coffees and service from a very friendly staff.

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The Willow

5.0

(5 reviews)

0.2 mi

The Willow is in downtown Exeter. I love checking in. I recently went by & checked out their…read moreHoliday delights! This place has a bit of everything. It's tasteful & my cup of tea! Beautiful items for home & other!! Julie is a downtown Exeter Business Owner. Always pleasant, helpful, & easy to chat with. I go to a handful of business's in Exeter. Julie is a definite plus. There's something for anyone with fine taste!! I absolutely love Exeter & got to know a few area business owners. The ones I met are very kind & Julie is 1. This is a shop of distinction! You'll always be able to find a gift that is top notch!! Willow has fine people that are knowledgeable & always willing to answer any inquiry. I highly recommend The Willow for this Christmas or anytime of the year. Superior taste. Merry Christmas to Julie the owner of The Willow!!

Very cute store with home goods and gifts. Well curated and worth popping in. I loved their goats…read moremilk soaps and cards. Bought a Thich Naht Hanh book for a friend of mine.

Lovely books, too!

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Joyfull Eats

5.0

(1 review)

1.5 mi

if you are looking for healthy affordable prepared meals check out Joyfull Eats in Exeter. I…read morestarted purchasing the meals last summer while camping in the area. The food is fresh and well prepared. My favorite is the burrito bowl followed closely by the lomein. The pico de galo is amazing too.

From the owner: We specialize in making whole food, plant-based meals free of the Top 8 allergens: gluten, dairy,…read moresoy, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, and fish. 100% vegan, low fat and sodium, high in healthy complex carbs.

Chocolate Strawberry Oats

Lo Mein

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Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad

Applecrest Farm Orchards

The hubby and I stopped here just to check it out. This place is not only a market but a grill AMD…read morea farm. You can go out a pick your fruit yourself. They offer lots of fresh baked items. Plants and ready to buy packaged produce. Very reasonable prices. Friendly staff. We will definitely be coming back.

Rating: 4.0 Came to…read morestop by the store on the way to Portsmouth. It was off seasons so not much going on at the farm. Parking is available on site. The store is pretty spacious and offers many different apple products and produce. We got some apple cider donuts and maple pop corn. They were both delicious. Nice little stop and people were nice.

Applecrest tree in springtime.

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Barker's Farm Fresh Vegetables

Charming and family run since 1917, shopping at Barker's Farm is a wholesome experience that makes…read moreyou feel knit into the fabric of Seacoast living. A family runs Barker's Farm and their kids and grandkids work behind the counter. They offer a tightly curated selection of vegetables and had some of the best-tasting basil though in small bunches (it wasn't enough to make pesto but delicious in a Caprese salad). Pies, raw milk, tomatoes, fresh fennel sausage, this old farm is a slice of heaven to me. Both cash and credit cards accepted.

Lemme sum up: Fresh and varied produce, pick your own flowers, milk/bacon/eggs available, seasonal…read morebaked goods, and soap Barker's is the best little farmstand on the seacoast. They have everything you need for staples from the garden along with things that are just nice to have. Their food selection is terrific. I especially like their "salsa in a basket", which is a strawberry quart basket filled with onion, tomato, jalapeno, cilantro and tomatillo. Fingerling potatoes are available here! There is a cooler in the back with locally sourced bacon, milk, and eggs along with Swampscott soda. Depending on the time of year, you can get cider donuts, pies, brownies, and bread. In the "nice to have" department, Barker's has a couple of offerings. There are bouquets of cut flowers which you can purchase for half the price of what you could get at a florist or supermarket. Or, better yet, you can go out to their flower garden and pick your own bouquet! Sometimes they have dried chili strings or dried flower arrangements which you can hang as home decor. As you ring up your purchase, don't forget to grab a bar of handmade soap. (I'm partial to the Voodoo Spice.) If you just feel the need to get in there and grow your own, Barker's also has a green house. You can pick up seedlings for most garden vegetables there. They offer a good selection of annuals and perennials, as well. Barker's is not open year round. Let's face it, it's New England and winter is a time to live off the preserves that you made during the summer and fall. When late spring rolls around, make sure you put Barker's as your first stop for food shopping and pick up good local food to keep you going.

Sausage to the left of the bread is fantastic -but a lil pricey

Berries, basil - and fantastic pies!

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Kay's Hallmark Shop

4.0

(1 review)

1.6 mi

If you're like me, you try to get a dated ornament to celebrate Christmas. Imprinted with the year,…read morethese Hallmark ornaments create sweet memories. Traditional icons like snowmen, cookies and characters from Disney, Star Wars and Marvel- they have charm and mark the years that go by all too quickly. This Hallmark shop has a little of everything from ornaments to dish towels, table mats, cards and holiday decor. The only disappointment was that a quarter of their dated ornaments were sold out including the display ornaments. I'm sure COVID put a slowdown on inventory. It's a really nice shop, convenient if you're running a grocery errand next door at Market Basket.

Cute stuffies and Hallmark cards

Tempted to buy this shirt, "I'm Not for Everyone", ha!

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Slippers, ornaments and holiday decor

Fat Hen Brewing Company

Real cool place! Small but that's what makes it great!…read more Loved the atmosphere and great beer Hospitality was awesome

Love this brewery! My daughter and son-in-law treated me to lunch at Fat Hen Brewing Company…read more Really nice atmosphere. Small dining area, bar seating, as well. Very friendly staff. I had 2 really good beers, The Bruce and Thomas Hyde. Purchased some cans to take home. We shared some meats pies, one was as good as the other. I really enjoyed my lunch here and am lookin forward to returning.

Four-packs available and frequently sell out.

Love the vibe.

Delicious and unique.

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The Loaf And Ladle Pantry

4.6

(13 reviews)

0.3 mi

I was so excited to learn that the Load and Ladle opened again! This gem never disappoints…read more Friendly people who clearly love what they do, and some of the best fish chowder I've ever had. You get a slice of homemade bread with your soup, which is a bonus! The bread was delicious, too. I love the simplicity of this place. I will definitely be a frequent flyer there! :) FYI: My friend and I got there just after 11am, and by 11:15, the line was out the door! Very popular spot, and for good reason.

It tastes like my childhood. Exactly how I remember it from their first location. Cozy, simple…read morefoods. The best beef chili on the planet. The Anadama bread of my dreams. And the molasses cookies that I've been missing for over a decade. Friendly and down to earth service. No one does it like the Loaf. I hope they're able to move into a bigger space because this place is PACKED every time I drive by (or go in). Always have to take it to go!

Menu !

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Egg salad

Vino E Vivo

4.9

(62 reviews)

0.2 mi

What a lovely restaurant. Just for a tip if you find the apothecary it's down the stairs right…read moreafter it. We did have a little bit of trouble finding it but that was kind of fun. Reservations recommended we were seated at a beautiful table for two right near the bar and started off with a Pinot noir and a cabernet. Both wines were delightful. For appetizers we had the braised lamb crepe and the octopus... Both dishes were delicious, presented well with sauces to die for. Followed by the pasta dish and the duck. These were the best dinners of the year for us. The blending of flavors were fantastic and it was augmented by the owner coming over and talking to us about how the food was prepared. I won't bore you with all the details but the octopus is slow boiled for 5 hours.. complete with wine. Corks it was tender and delicious with the Mediterranean flair. We go out to eat our fair share from high end to diners anywhere. The food is well prepared and delicious... This was the top for the year! From the service to the presentation to the wine to the ambiance, everything is top notch here. I will provide a warning. You will drop a pretty penny if you partake in all the courses, but we thought it was well worth it. Thank you to the staff and ownership. We enjoyed our evening.. a true date night.

So, we finally got to try the chef's table, or "Chef's Whim" as it's officially titled. Eight…read morecourses. In addition to the food, we added the suggested alcohol pairings. I say alcohol because it wasn't all wine but ... since it's a bit of a surprise in terms of what actually appears I'll just leave it at that. However, as to the food ... I'll give a taste, a flavor, a wisp of a whisper of the full culinary adventure. For complete details, see your local sous chef! Here's what we had. In the middle of my photo collage, a blood sausage slider with fennel/jalapeño sauce on toasted brioche bun. Then clockwise from top left - cornbread with maple glaze in a Barbie sized personal cast iron skillet; beet salad with goat cheese half spheres; a dessert tray of black apple cake with hay ice cream (yes, seriously), chamomile pot de creme and a duck fat beignet; an assortment of ice creams - fenugreek, fennel/maitake mushroom/burnt hazelnut (all tasted fabulous and in each you could taste the listed flavors); entree of duck and wild mushroom tart; white bean soup and finally a pasta dish of ravioli with two fillings. Just a note on what it would take to make it yourself. See that hexagonal white blob on the bottom row, middle pic? That's a potato foam. Forgive me for not recalling the full procedure but the prep is roughly 7 hours long. First, the cut potatoes are cooked in a sous vide for 2 hours so that no moisture is added to them. Then a succession of ricing, smoking, drying, undrying, mashing, placing in a foam machine that looked like a whipped cream dispenser and boom - a tiny dollop of potato. It tasted great. But man - that's a lot of effort for a mouthful of potato. I don't think I'll be trying it at home. Over two hours of eating and chatting. I brought a couple of my restaurant-based cartoons as my personal thanks for the meal and was shocked that Justin, their sommelier, had done a cartoon of his own ahead of time for me! Just stick to wine, Justin - I don't need any MORE competition with my magazine editors ... With Dylan ably providing the primary chef duties and Amaya and Justin handling the booze, the meal was a smashing success. The food pairings were masterfully chosen and timing of the dishes meant we were always primed for the next one. Although the succession of what I'd call dessert dishes made me start to feel like a Hobbit enjoying dessert, second dessert and then post seconds. As Anton Ego said in Ratatouille (and they have a cute Reme rat under glass on a shelf) "I shall be returning, hungry for more."

Reservations for 2

Melon dish

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The Chocolatier - candy - Updated August 2026

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