If we are basing this review off taste 5 Star for sure....Macris Chocolates are Delicious! You…read morecan't go wrong here with anything you buy. Inside the chocolate shop, the store is very organized, unique items, and an impressive chocolate counter. They were doing chocolate dipped strawberries when we went, they were AWESOME! The ladies working the counter were very helpful and friendly, no complaints whatsoever. They all had smiles on their faces! They seemed to really enjoy working there.

How did I not know about Macris Chocolate until now?! This place has been hiding in plain sight on…read moremy daily route--and it just might be my new favorite local gem. I discovered it thanks to their Harvest Party over Labor Day weekend: $42 for live acoustic music, endless wood-fired pizza by Perry Pizza Co., a grand dessert display with seasonal fruits and chocolate fondue, custom-made maple ice cream, complimentary beer and wine, lawn games, laid-back backyard vibes, a sneak peek at their fall chocolate collection, AND an exclusive caramel apple favor to take home. Um...shut up and take my money. I was so in. The shop itself is gorgeous. The historic stone house has been beautifully redone--warm, inviting, elegant but simple--designed to put all the focus (and all the scent!) on the chocolate. Behind the glass cases? Endless chocolate delights. Freezer? Penn State Creamery ice cream (apparently the only vendor on the West Shore). Shelves? A foodie's dream: teas, jams, jellies, spices, trays, utensils--you name it. One of the biggest highlights for me: their sugar-free selection. Coconut clusters, vanilla marshmallow, peanut butter, caramel, butter creams, cordial cherries, peppermint patties...the works. For anyone looking for sugar-free sweets locally, this is gold. The Harvest Party itself was fantastic--wood-fired pizza, hummus, chocolate-fondue-covered desserts, and the star of the show: exclusive Maple Cream Ice Cream by Urban Churn. Sweet, rich maple flavor that made an 80° summer day feel like fall had arrived early. Then came the chocolate caramel apples. Huge. Heavy. Chocolate bliss in every bite. Their website says, "105 years and three generations of small family business and chocolate expertise." And after this experience, I believe it. Beautiful shop, incredible chocolates, and one hell of a party. Bonus points: plenty of parking (thanks to the shared strip mall lot), pristine bathrooms, and a beautifully maintained property. Prices are what you'd expect from a family-owned chocolate shop (about $16 for a 9-piece sampler), and worth every penny for the quality. Now that I know Macris Chocolate exists, I'll be back--often. Can't wait to see what kind of magic they whip up for the holidays!

Super friendly and helpful owners. Love the display of chocolate in the cases. Wide selection of…read morechocolates and chocolate covered things like nuts, pretzels, cherries, coffee beans and marshmallows. The chocolate covered cherries are phenomenal and probably the best I've ever had. The coffee beans are addicting also. I had the chocolate covered marshmallow too, which is soooo good! Chocolate prices are astronomical right now, but don't let that stop you from stopping in to grab a couple sweet treats to satisfy that sweet tooth.

Mummert Chocolates is a second-generation local chocolate shop. The son of the founders now runs…read morethe little shop. He juggles selling chocolate and making them fresh for customers. Having a sweet tooth, I enjoyed the milk chocolate caramels and milk chocolate turtle. It's the perfect ratio of pecan, caramel, and chocolate.

Came across Kirchmayr chocolates for the first time at the EU State of the Arts in Washington…read moreWorld, Food Market this past weekend (mid September). What a wonderful find! Their chocolates are first class! I am a bit of a chocolate snob and these are delicious! Started by buying and sampling a glassine 4 piece pack then decided to buy a 26 piece box and chocolate medallions. Superb! Wish they had a store closer. They said they do have an on-line shop.

Bought a large selection as a Christmas present for my brother, his daughter and her husband. Once…read moremy niece found them, along with her husband, they didn't last very long. Going to have to go back there and get some just for me... The service was top-notch, very quaint little store...

Frederic Loraschi is insanely talented!! I went for the first time this week to get chocolates for…read morea coworker's birthday, and was amazed at their flavor! (I tried a mango one myself which was beautifully painted and bursting with flavor; my husband loved his peruvian dark chocolate one). When I stopped by, the owner graciously walked me through the store, explaining the different chocolate options (they also have ice cream and macaroons). The interior was immaculate and they actively make chocolate in the back! He also mentioned on Saturday mornings (just the one day of the week) he bakes fresh pastries -- so of course I had to come back. Let me tell you, THE PASTRIES ARE OUT OF THIS WORLD!!! Don't be deceived by the name -- Frederic Loraschi doesn't just do chocolate (although those are incredible) -- the butter croissant was the best croissant I've ever had, period. Truly impressive for Harrisburg!!! You'd think you stepped into a bakery in France. I also loved the little tomato pie with herbs -- the goat cheese flavor was also perfect. I would highly highly recommend these! They sell out quick (we went around 9-9:30am and almost all of the croissants had gone -- the chocolate and ham/cheese croissants already were sold out, as were many of the other pastries in the case). The first butter croissant we tried was so amazing that we turned around and went and bought 3 more. What a truly amazing gem!

Incredibly Delicious!…read more This review is for their food truck, which recently visited our development on a Sunday morning. First, I thought it was a great idea to have a food truck on a weekend morning, because you can tap into a different group of patrons than on a Friday night. Service was spot on with each type of croissant and food item was explained (with pride) to me while trying to choose. On this visit we sampled the ham and cheese croissant, the apple croissant, and the savory bread pudding. Everything was delicious! The croissants were some of the best ones my wife and I have eaten. So much so we contemplated walking back to the truck for seconds. If you see their food truck stop and you will not be disappointed! We are looking forward to visiting the shop and trying some of their specialty chocolates!

Such a cute place with great deals! I loved picking out some yummy chocolates at the chocolate…read morebuffet. It's a great place for a mini road trip, essential place to visit for any chocolate lover

OMG! If you are a chocolate lover, then you know Lindt chocolates are outstanding. This outlet…read morestore has to be a stop during your journey through the area. What I learned is, they are also the parent company to Metro, Ghirardelli and Russell Stover candies. Get the credit card out because even the deals will set you back a few bucks.

Walking into Hershey's Chocolate World, my eyes widened with the same childlike wonder as those…read morelucky kids in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory when the doors first opened to reveal a world of pure imagination. Only in my version, there was a little less whimsy and a whole lot more commercialism! But make no mistake, the magic was still there, and my inner child was absolutely enchanted. Imagine stepping into a ginormous, brightly colored chocolate wonderland, almost like a warehouse sprinkled with a little Wonka magic. Everywhere I turned, Hershey's chocolates and candies were beautifully displayed, tempting me like edible treasures waiting to be discovered. And yes, nearly everything was for sale! It was as though someone had unlocked the gates to a chocolate kingdom and handed me a shopping basket. But this magical kingdom offers more than mountains of chocolate. You can create your very own personalized chocolate bar, watch a film about the legendary Mr. Hershey in a theater, or simply relax at one of the many tables toward the back while enjoying snacks, sodas, and even adult beverages. And tucked away upstairs is an indoor amusement ride that takes you on a journey through the chocolate-making process. I know, I know. A ride about making chocolate sounds about as exciting as watching fudge harden, but trust me, the kids will find it delightful, while adults will appreciate the fascinating history and craftsmanship behind every sweet bite. I was fortunate enough to visit for a private event, which included dinner. Our meal featured lasagna and braised beef drizzled with a chocolate-infused sauce. Now, I appreciate culinary creativity, but let's just say the savory dishes didn't exactly cast a spell on my taste buds. The desserts, however? Sweet mother of cocoa, THAT was where the real magic happened! It was a chocolate lover's paradise, a decadent smorgasbord that would have made even Willy Wonka shed a tear of joy. Imagine fountains of silky, melted chocolate waiting to embrace fresh strawberries, fruit, pretzels, marshmallows, and just about anything else you could dream of dipping. There were chocolate chip cookies, rich brownies, luscious chocolate cakes, and an assortment of chocolate-inspired creations and pairings that seemed to stretch into eternity. It was a glorious, unapologetic celebration of cocoa in all its heavenly forms. If chocolate is your weakness, consider this your delicious downfall. Hershey's Chocolate World sits alongside Hersheypark, and here's something I didn't realize until my visit: Hersheypark is no ordinary amusement park! We're talking a full-fledged theme park that gives places like Six Flags a run for their money, complete with thrilling roller coasters and attractions for both the young and the young at heart. Unfortunately, I didn't have an opportunity to venture into the park, but discovering what it offered made me wish I'd had another day to explore. Next time, I plan to unleash my inner child on those roller coasters, wander through the attractions, and then finish the day exactly where any proper chocolate adventure should end: back inside Hershey's Chocolate World, surrounded by the irresistible aroma of cocoa and the sweet temptation of one more treat. After all, some childhood fantasies aren't meant to be outgrown. They're meant to be dipped in chocolate!

I was really impressed by the magnitude of this place. They had everything.... Literally…read moreeverything. The factory tour ride was fun with the kids, and the cafe was pretty impressive as well. Would recommend and go back if we visit again.

This review should have been posted a few weeks ago but my schedule didn't allow me to actually sit…read morestill to do so ...I wanted to ensure I had the time to truly explain how amazing my experience has been with this Company. To start, I live in Philly & my daughter was Penn State Altoona at the time & on 4/26/26 she turned 20yrs old and this was the first time I wasn't going to celebrating with her and being hands on with all the plans. But with the secret help of her College Friends I was able to plan an amazing Birthday weekend in state college for all of them to enjoy but the most stressful thing was find her the perfect Cake!! Her friends wanted to go to pick one up from a Supermarket but because I wasn't going to be there I wanted to make everything about her Bday super special and a market cake wasn't going to work unfortunately in addition they were college kids with no vehicles I didn't want to put that taste on them and it may or many not get done. I was now less then 2wks from her Bday weekend and just now starting the search for the perfect "I'm sorry Mommy couldn't be there but hopefully this amazingly crafted artwork now called your Bday Cake makes up for it" type of Cake. So my 3-4hrs long search begun..I needed to find a Bakery that could make her a cake that not only looked good but tastes even better (I have been disappointed in the past so my research was on the First 48 level, ...a bad cake can ruin entire Bday in my opinion. In addition, I needed discreet delivery services. After hours of searching, reading reviews & scanning every social media accounts as well as any and all websites that mentioned their names to ensure all T's were crossed and the reviews were actually verified by real people before choosing Dolce Vita Desserts. Their designs were all so creative & beautifully done and after emailing a few times with Anthony he not only confirmed my specific request but he also ensure that they could/would customize to design I preferred..so I took two Of their designs (because I loved them both and couldn't decide one over the other) and made it one :) I also explained to Anthony my need desperately need for delivery ..( their site mentioned how delivery was limited) I was willing to send it as uber package delivery even I was praying I wouldn't have to do that. But, Anthony not only approved my delivery he also advised me to touch bases with the Hotel staff and provide them with the box dimensions to ensure their fridge would be able fit/store and also gave specifics on how to properly store ...information I didn't even think to consider. I whole heartily appreciate all that Anthony has done to help make my daughter's Birthday super special. Everything was executed seamlessly, even down to the delivery confirmation email I received from Both Dolce & the Hotel. My daughter not only loved her surprise bday weekend but she was in love with her cake!! I ordered the 6" inch round white cake with strawberry preserves. I thought that since only my daughter & 3 of her friends were celebrating with her that they would take the left over cake to share with others at their dorm but she told me the cake was so good they devoured it. Not one crumb was left. Which was done after making a photo shoot with the cake! She loved everything about that cake! My only regret...is the fact that I wasn't able to try it myself! I recommend Dolce Vita Desserts to every one! You won't be disappointed!!

Went to get cupcakes for a birthday the other day. Pricing felt reasonably. Four cupcakes for $16…read more We are obsessed with the hot cocoa cupcake. The icing is marshmallow which was so good and all the cakes were so moist. I also really like the whipped cream icing on the pumpkin cupcake. I'm not the biggest fan of buttercream and this one felt particularly sickening but the cakes themselves were so good that I just scraped the icing off if it was too much on the others.

When you're a theme park junkie traveling with a foodie, there are a few things you just do, and…read moreone is check out the signature eats, so The Chocolatier was high on our list, and it did pretty well for itself, thank you very much. The atmosphere was fun, utilizing retired ride vehicles as booths and playing into the park setting. As expected in Hershey, the menu explored how chocolate can be integrated into a very American menu. I enjoyed the pulled pork grilled cheese: the chocolate barbecue sauce reminded me of a lighter molasses-based sauce so it worked with the barbecue. We had the Ferris Wheel appetizer which was mostly a win, but the items could have shown up on a TGI Friday's menu. The next day, to escape the millions of middle schoolers in the park (I have a whole travelogue brewing for that) we came back because I wanted one of their gigantic milkshakes. The Reese's peanut butter shake was peanut butter to the Nth degree, and it was topped by an entire slice of peanut butter pie. My friend got a stomachache but I love anything peanut butter so this was a win for me. Both times the service was really good. Our servers were friendly and attentive so we never felt we were being ignored or passed over. A+ in the service department.

Cute place with a menu infused with Chocolate...even savories that should not have peanut butter or…read morechocolate HAD peanut butter and chocolate. It's a really cute concept and the food was decent especially after a long day of walking all over the park and eating other junk. We just wanted something filling and satisfying. I want to say we enjoyed the fries the best, but the nachos were pretty impressive. My friends and I ended up ordering burgers and shared chocolate infused pork nachos, which was the only thing I took a picture of. Service was good but it was late at night and there was not a lot of people in the restaurant. The manager was pretty active in helping the servers which was nice and apparent. I'm glad we came here for dinner, and it was part of our Hershey Park experience but I would not come back just to eat here for any reason. It had more of a diner feel than restaurant, but then it is at an amusement park and could be worse. I did enjoy the cocktails there. I did not mind those being infused with peanut butter and chocolate. Would not recommend bringing anyone who has a nut allergy here. :)

I recently participated in Georgie Lou's Retro Candy's 6th Annual Sweetheart Stroll, and while this…read moremay have been their sixth time hosting it, it was my first time even hearing about it. I immediately corrected that mistake by buying a ticket the moment I saw the event posted--and then started counting down the days. The concept alone sold me: a ticketed, adults-focused stroll through downtown Carlisle, with participating small businesses offering tastings, experiences, treats, and deals. Sweethearts of all kinds were welcome--couples, besties, gal pals--and dressing in red and pink for Valentine's vibes was strongly encouraged. Say less. Ticketing was super easy, and Georgie Lou's did a fantastic job with pre-event communication, especially via social media. One post in particular deserves a shout-out: a reminder to bring a bag to carry your treats. This is something I absolutely would not have thought about until I was awkwardly shoving sweet treats into my coat pockets. I came prepared with a small reusable shopping bag (pink, obviously), and by the end of the stroll it was completely full of sweets, trinkets, and purchases. Meanwhile, others were struggling with overflowing pockets alongside gloves, hats, maps, and life regrets. Lesson learned. Excellent advice! I found parking around 1pm and headed to Georgie Lou's to check in and grab my materials. The staff were incredibly friendly, checked my name off the list, and sent me on my way with a Map of Hearts, a button identifying me as an official 2026 Sweetheart Stroller, and a small sweet treat to kick things off. I also took some time to explore the shop itself--my first visit--and wow! They have managed to pack an impressive amount of nostalgic goodness into a small space. Total blasts from the past, plus candies I'd never seen before. Super fun shop! From there, the stroll itself was a delight. Georgie Lou's clearly put a lot of care into coordinating participating businesses, and it showed. Most spots offered sweet treats, discounts, or special offerings, but every single business was warm, welcoming, and happy to have folks stopping in. Even though I've done a few downtown Carlisle walk-style events before, I still discovered shops I'd never been in--and every purchase I made that day was from a place I was visiting for the first time. That alone feels like a win. Overall, this was a fantastic way to spend a few hours on a very chilly January Saturday. It got me out of the house, walking downtown, supporting local businesses, and discovering gems I usually zoom past while driving from Point A to Point B. I had such a great time that I jokingly asked if I could pre-register for next year... apparently that's "not a thing yet." Fine. I'll wait. :) This has officially been added to my annual tradition list. Great event, great execution, great vibes. Well done, Georgie Lou's!

Great nostalgic candy shop...lots of unique inventory! Definitely a great gift spot for people of…read moreall ages.

After being recommended by two nearby shops to stop into this place for lunch, my mother and I were…read morenot disappointed! This was without a doubt, the BEST breakfast sandwich I've ever had. The steak was fresh, the cheese was perfectly melted and overall the sandwich was very hot on arrival to our table. Same goes for the ciabatta sandwich! The tea was not too tart or sweet, and was perfectly balanced! The staff were incredibly kind and the entire building was warm and inviting. I will 100% take the 1.5 hour drive back out there again.

Wish they more variety in what they offered. Stopped in today and it's just all sandwiches. They…read morehave a couple things in the window for bakery like items but there's no actual breakfast items. Was hopping to see something like waffles, French toast, pancakes, anything that wasn't just another sandwich of a bunch of stuff. Lovely shop with a beautiful atmosphere. Just a very disappointing menu with limited options for someone who wants a basic breakfast. Very popular spot had lots of people in there today. The service from the workers was incredibly friendly and they work fast!