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    Valenza Chocolatier

    4.9 (35 reviews)

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    3/15/17, beer and chocolate pairing at the Bruery Terreux.
    Monica H.

    Just met Amy Jo at the Bruery Terreux for the beer and chocolate tasting, she's super sweet, knowledgeable, and very friendly! The chocolates from here are AMAZING! Super fresh and delicious. I got the hazelnut bar that's $9, SO GOOD!!!! Favs- Nocciole Bar (hazelnut) Nib Bar (dark chocolate)

    Samples. So beautiful!
    Emily J.

    Came for the Fall pop up, after seeing an ad on social media. I wasn't sure what I'd be walking into, but I'm sure glad I checked it out! We rolled up to The Hood and went through the doors. Thankfully, someone told us where to go. (Go down the hall on your left to you see the shop signs on your right.) The 'shop' is tiny, but as I walked up, the other customer was leaving, so it didn't feel cramped or anything. Amy was there to welcome us with samples and described all the items to us. She is as sweet as they come, and told us all about her background, and answered all our questions about the chocolate. The chocolate looks more like art than candy! The pictures really don't do it justice. I went home with a hazelnut bar, pb & c (peanut butter and chocolate) bar, and salted chocolate caramels. All three were great, and probably the smoothest chocolate I've ever had. Pricey yes, but a great indulgence to try at least once! Makes a great gift. And I love supporting small businesses!

    Amy Jo showcasing her delicious bon bons at the Orange Coast Magazine December issue launch party
    Michelle K.

    Met Amy Jo at the Orange Coast Magazine December issue launch party and was blown away by her decadent chocolates and sweet personality. I tried her holiday clove chocolate bon bon and was in heaven. She was so informative and knowledgeable. The other bites looked delicious as well. I'm definitely stopping in for more treats and sweets!

    Yes I took a bite of the turtle and the PB&C Bar next to it is the next victim :)
    The Entrepid M.

    Valenza Chocolates is owned by the incredibly talented Master Chocolatier, Amy Jo. Honestly, if you appreciate good chocolates, you will think these are great!! She develops season limited edition flavors which are PHENOMENAL!!! If you order on-line her products will be mad to order. You can also catch her at her "pop up" shops. The chocolates are rich and smooth with luxurious flavors. The PB & C Bar is now one of my ALL TIME favorite chocolates. I highly recommend the chocolates for any occasion. http://www.valenzachocolatier.com/

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    Grazie! I truly appreciate your wonderful review!

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    GRAZIE for the sweet words - they are truly appreciated!

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    GRAZIE for your wonderful feedback!

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    Grazie! We truly appreciate your support and feedback.

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    GRAZIE!!!! Loved having you in my Cioccolato Lab!

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    GRAZIE, your sweet words are truly appreciated!

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    GRAZIE; Loved working on your project!

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    Awesome chocolate. Got to visit the popup shop. Looks great for Valentines. Great and friendly service!

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    GRAZIE for your thoughtful feedback!

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    Amy Jo is a true artist. Once you try her chocolates you won't want to eat any other. They are delicious and beautiful.

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    GRAZIE! It was an absolute honor to be apart of your special day.

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    Ask the Community - Valenza Chocolatier

    I'm a huge fan of your Italian chocolates. The website says everything is sold out. Is there any way I can get some? Any kind is okay. Thank you.

    Yes, the Dec. 4th Holiday Pre-Order is sold-out. We make to order since we use no additives or preservatives. You will have another opportunity to purchase any surplus inventory through our online Cioccolato Shop on Friday, Dec. 18th, which will… Read more

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    Amy Jo so kind and there is some real love and artistry in every piece that you can tell is crafted not manufactured.

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    Läderach chocolatier suisse - Brick Chocolate

    Läderach chocolatier suisse

    3.8(176 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    My favorite chocolates are made in Switzerland, Belgium, and Japan…read more So I was pleasantly surprised to find a Läderach Chocolate shop while walking around South Coast Plaza. They were handing out samples of their hazelnut chocolate bars, and after one bite, I knew I had to step inside to look around and try some more. Such luxuriously rich and smooth chocolate morsels that melt so exquisitely in your mouth (where you can taste and smell the layers of quality ingredients contained in each piece). Really took me back to my last trip to Switzerland when I overindulged in chocolates and fondue (and it was so very worth it). Pricing is by the pound if you get items a la carte. Truffles and pralines are $84 per lb (works out to be average of $3 per piece) and their chocolate bark bars (aka FrischSchoggi) are about $60 to $64 per lb. Otherwise there are prepackaged boxes at set prices ranging from about $20 to $150 and more. Today I sampled the hazelnut chocolate bar, pava praline square, a white chocolate espresso truffle, and a champagne truffle. I ultimately decided to purchase the pava praline set (comes with 8 pieces) and 5 pieces of the white chocolate expresso truffles. Total was just under $40. Truffles came in nicely designed, minimalistic boxes. They are located on the second floor of the Bloomingdale's wing of South Coast Plaza, above Sephora.

    We have been resisting buying from here for a while now, because it's pricey. We didn't want to…read morestart something that's hard to sustain. However, we finally caved in! Now we come, taste test and buy almost each time we're at South Coast Plaza. Most of the ones we've tried we love. We especially like the popular milk chocolate with hazelnuts, the blonde chocolate, the one with strawberries.

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    Läderach chocolatier suisse - Yes, I'll come in!

    Yes, I'll come in!

    Läderach chocolatier suisse - Espresso Chocolate Bark. So good!

    Espresso Chocolate Bark. So good!

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    Francium Chocolate - Viral Dubai Chocolate & More

    Francium Chocolate

    4.9(108 reviews)
    4.9 mi
    $$$

    European chocolates are like red wine, full bodied, rich, and an explosion of flavor, indulgent in…read moreevery sense. Asian chocolates, on the other hand, tend to be lighter, less sweet, more delicate and subtle on the palate. Frenchian chocolates felt like they sat comfortably between both worlds. They were pleasant to eat, not as heavy or intensely rich as traditional Belgian chocolates, yet not bland or lacking in flavor either. The sweetness was well balanced, and the flavors were enjoyable without being overpowering. I probably would not go out of my way to purchase them again, but for those who prefer chocolates that are not too sweet or too bold in flavor, these would suit their palate well. Overall, I had a good time tasting them. Happy Valentine's Day!

    It's awesome to have a local chocolatier in our area, and what surprised me is to learn that they…read morehave an alternative sweetener that makes it healthier and appropriate for those who may be controlling their sugar levels. The chocolates are beautiful and really are eye catching, with different colors and shapes and great flavor profiles. For example, the earl grey chocolate has the essence of tea but is not overpowering with floral notes and certainly a great treat. I was able to sample several pieces with my kid although we primarily visited this shop to pick up the viral dubai chocolare (at least during the time when dubai chocolate flavor was getting hyped up). The service from the associates have always been great, as I've visited randomly since this location is close to Jamboree Rd and in the same plaza as a self car wash spot. It may be a bit pricey but it certainly is a unique chocolate boutique shop with lots to offer. It may sound very corporate, but I feel like this is the type of chocolate you would want to order to gift a bunch of office team members or to distribute as client gifts during the holidays. All in all, great shop with great chocolate!

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    Francium Chocolate - We hand picked 9 chocolates to take home

    We hand picked 9 chocolates to take home

    Francium Chocolate - Interior. 6/8/2024

    Interior. 6/8/2024

    Francium Chocolate - Box of 9 - all tasty and stunning

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    Box of 9 - all tasty and stunning

    Moulin - Mont Blanc

    Moulin

    4.4(125 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    I hadn't been to SOCO/OC Mix in a few years and decided to stop in and check it out, to see what's…read morenew and different. I spotted Moulin and, having enjoyed a few of their other locations, decided to grab some coffee and a pastry. The staff were pleasant and efficient. I ordered a café au lait and chose an apple tart to go along with it. I think there was a table inside but a lot of tables outside in a courtyard area, some specifically designated for Moulin customers. There is a window behind the front counter which allows a peek into the kitchen where the pastry chefs are at work. The coffee was smooth and made with a good roast; there was plenty of foam on top and it was immediately drinkable. The tart was fantastic. A perfect crust with delicious thin-sliced apples in a yummy goo underneath (not sure what the flavor was but I loved it). The sweetness was spot on - somewhere between "Asian sweet" and "American sweet". The "sweet spot" of sweetness. This location of Moulin, like all the others, is sure to please you. Thanks to Yelper Amy B. for alerting me to this location of the Moulin chain.

    Finally tried this place! I was told this location at the OC Mix is smaller than their other two…read morelocations. There was one table inside only, but you can sit outside since it's really nice at the OC Mix. They have a delicious chicken pesto sandwich, and I also loved the coeur chocolat framboise. I actually got the second to last one, and by the time I left, they ran out. The strawberry jam crepe was also yummy too. Nice workers here, and they have a variety of French imported goods. The display case of pastries is so tempting!

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    Moulin - Holiday Bûchette Chestnut Blueberry ( mini Christmas log ) ... spectacular overall and absolutely love the blueberry compote as well !!

    Holiday Bûchette Chestnut Blueberry ( mini Christmas log ) ... spectacular overall and absolutely love the blueberry compote as well !!

    Moulin - The Bar

    The Bar

    Moulin - Poire Érable ( Maple Pear ) cake - the pear compote was amazing and the creamy maple caramel inside tasted dreamy !!

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    Poire Érable ( Maple Pear ) cake - the pear compote was amazing and the creamy maple caramel inside tasted dreamy !!

    Milk & Cookies

    Milk & Cookies

    4.6(362 reviews)
    5.0 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
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    Friends and I weren't craving donuts while in Newport, so we decided on Milk & Cookies to satisfy…read moreour sweet treat cravings. You could tell the cashier was ready to go home, but I found her endearing. She was very helpful and provided descriptions of some of the cookies they had displayed. My friend got the cowboy cookie and I got the M&M cookie. We both opted out of enjoying our cookies with milk, which I guess defeats the purpose.. but the cookies were warm and tasty. They were a great size for a decent price.

    I've been coming to this spot since 2020 during the COVID days, and the cookies remain great. They…read moreoffer a wide variety of flavors, and the best part is that the cookies are always served warm. The Order: * My Go-To: I highly recommend the chocolate chip cookie with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream on top. * Variety: They have every flavor of milk, ice cream, and cookies you could want. Timing & Atmosphere: * Avoid Weekends: I would not recommend coming here on a weekend. The store is tiny, and because it's right next to all the bars, the area gets crowded with a lot of drunk people. If that isn't your scene, stick to a weekday visit. * Rewards: It is quite expensive, but it's a nice treat. Plus, you can sign up with your phone number to get discounts for future visits. The Parking Situation: * Virtually Non-Existent: There is no parking lot, so you are stuck looking for small spots along the side of the road. * Accessibility: There is no designated handicap parking, so keep that in mind if you aren't prepared to walk a bit from a side street. Final Verdict: It's a perfect weekday spot for a warm dessert, just be prepared for the peninsula parking struggle!

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    Milk & Cookies - Chocolate chip cookie and brown butter toffee ice cream

    Chocolate chip cookie and brown butter toffee ice cream

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