Are you a chocolate enthusiast? Do you want to treat yourself during the Easter holidays to taste the best chocolates in the world? There are a large number of destinations to discover to make your dream come true. In addition, each chocolate manufacturer has their own know-how and their own particular flavors. Here are some destinations that you should absolutely choose for your next gourmet trip.
The town of Hersey in the United States
Hershey is undoubtedly the town you should visit to immerse yourself in the world of chocolate. It is mainly located 10 kilometers east of Harrisburg, the state capital of Pennsylvania. You should know that this small town was created under the sign of chocolate, notably by the chocolate factory of the industrialist and philanthropist Milton S. Hershey. It is also called “the sweetest place in the world”. During your trip to the United States, notably in this little Disneyland of cocoa, you will have the opportunity to visit the “Chocolate World” where you will have the opportunity to make your own chocolate bar. A guided tour will also be available to take you on a tasting adventure of a large selection of chocolate confectionery. For the little ones, the Hershey Park amusement park awaits them with its roller coasters and rides. For your information, the Hershey Chocolate Company which is the creator of the famous Rese’s, Kisses or Kit Kat.
Oaxaca Mexico
A trip to Mexico is therefore essential to discover the capital of chocolate. You must therefore reach the city of Oaxaca in southern Mexico to get there. It is located near the remains of Monte Alban. Once you arrive in this city, apart from the chocolate, you will also be seduced by its historical and colonial heritage, in particular with its Santo Domingo church, its museum, its theaters and its other official buildings. But you won’t leave the city without visiting its multitudes of chocolate shops, especially those located in the streets south of the main Zocalo square or even more, Calle Mina south of the Benito Juarez market. You should know that on this street, you can visit the shops of some of the biggest chocolate brands in the region. It is possible to visit the workshops to see the production of cocoa into chocolate.
Brussels, the capital of Belgium
Brussels, the Belgian capital, remains a truly attractive destination for discovering chocolate. During your visit to this historic city, you will have the opportunity to learn about the history of chocolate and its production, particularly in the cocoa and chocolate museum. In general, this city has around 2,000 chocolatiers. To get a global overview of the variety of Belgian chocolate shops, explore the Sablon chocolate district. Among those who are the best apart from Godiva, Neuhaus and Léonidas, we stand out the chocolatier Marcolini. Located in Sablon, his boutique offers quality creations. His workshop is also accessible to follow his know-how closely. On Place du Sablon, you will find Maison Wittamer.