Best independent chocolate shops in Vancouver
By Vancity Buzz
To satisfy a sweet tooth, or keep a sweetheart satisfied, Vancouver has some delectable options for chocoholics.
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Thomas Haas
Thomas Haas has been making life in Vancouver sweeter for 20 years now, and his handcrafted chocolates and pastries are destination desserts for locals and tourists alike.
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Beta5 Chocolates
http://shop.beta5chocolates.com/
Come for the chocolates, indeed, but stay (or come back again and again) for their much-lauded cream puffs in an array of whimsical flavours.
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xoxolat
Yaletown’s xoxolat is an “edible gallery,” making it a destination for chocolate enthusiasts and those wanting to learn more about single origin chocolate from around the globe.
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Thierry Chocolaterie Patisserie Cafe
http://www.thierrychocolates.com/
Small batch chocolates in the French tradition are the specialty of the maison at Thierry, though you may be easily sidetracked by the café’s stunning pastries, liquid chocolate and macarons.
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Mink Chocolates
http://www.minkchocolates.com/
This chic chocolatier and café on the downtown waterfront is a great place to sit back and sip a cup of cocoa, or pick up some delectable chocolate treats to savour later.
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Chocolate Arts
It’s no wonder “arts” is in Chocolate Arts’ name: Their chocolates are visually stunning, and boast tantalizing flavour combinations.
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ChocolaTas
Granville Island’s ChocolaTas beckons locals and visitors alike with their stunning visual display, and keeps their sweet-loving customers happy with excellent service and excellent chocolate.
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Gem Chocolates
This award-winning chocolatier uses fair trade, organic cocoa to make their artisanal chocolates right there in the shop.
