Chocolate Shops

Runner-up for the Cedar Rapids A-List Best Candy Store, confectionary crafts homemade sweets such as cappuccino truffles & signature fudge

Pretzels, moon pies, popcorn & holiday-themed treats, hand-dipped in chocolate & topped with toffee & sprinkles

Trio of truffles in heart-shaped chocolate box or half-dozen chocolate-covered strawberries crafted by master chocolatiers

Tour guides teach history of chocolate, lead hands-on chocolate making & gift visitors with hot chocolate drinks & goodie bags

Owner Michael Canady teaches groups of five to seven to temper fine chocolate & craft custom assortments & cream-filled treats

Unique candy arrangements woo sweethearts with more than three dozen beloved name-brand treats from Reese's, Hersheys & Russell Stover

Swiss-inspired fudge bars with antioxidant-rich raw chocolate & organic ingredients including goji berries & macadamia nuts

Confectioners use family recipes to bake fresh, rich chocolate-truffle & vanilla-bean cupcakes wearing Valentine's Day sprinkles & hearts

Artisanal chocolatiers melt & mold gourmet chocolates around fruit, nuts & ganache to create signature truffles & desserts

Chocolatiers spin European chocolate into handmade clusters & decadent truffles, including raspberry & mocha