Ontario, Canada, is home to a remarkable array of artisanal chocolate makers, each crafting delectable treats that tantalize the taste buds and celebrate the art of chocolate. From the northern town of Sudbury to the streets of Woodstock, let's take a journey through the finest chocolate havens Ontario has to offer.
1. Raven Rising Global Indigenous Chocolates:Located at 66 Cedar Street in Sudbury, Ontario, Chef Tammy Maki's chocolate creations are a fusion of her Indigenous heritage and culinary expertise. Birch syrup, wild leek, and black trumpet mushrooms blend harmoniously in her handcrafted chocolates, available at her recently opened Sudbury storefront and through nationwide shipping.
2. Hummingbird Chocolate: In Almonte, just outside Ottawa at 476 Ottawa Street, Erica and Drew create award-winning bean-to-bar chocolate delights. Sourced from top cacao farms, their chocolates range from single-source varieties to innovative treats like chocolate-covered orange slices and salted caramels. Their creations ship across Canada and the US.
3. CocoaBistro:Head to 840 Development Drive in Kingston to experience Chef Audrey Brown's innovative flavor experiments. Her truffle boxes are works of art, filled with delights like limoncello basil, lavender, Vietnamese coffee, and mango chili lime-infused chocolates.
4. Centre & Main Chocolate Co.:In Warkworth at 50 Centre Street, Angela Roest's chocolates celebrate local flavors. From her gold-medal-winning Gin & Tonic bar, inspired by gin from Kinship House of Fine Spirits, to her Affogato bar featuring freeze-dried ice cream from Reid’s Dairy, her creations are a tribute to local ingredients.
5. Habitual Chocolate: Venture to 389 Dundas St. in Woodstock to discover Swiss Chocolatier Philippe Lehner's bean-to-bar haven. Since 2010, Habitual Chocolate has grown to offer Canada's largest selection of small-batch, bean-to-bar chocolates, making it a must-visit destination.
This is your sign to embark on a chocolate journey that spans across the diverse landscapes of Ontario, where artisanal chocolatiers infuse passion and creativity into every delectable bite. From indigenous flavors to innovative combinations, Ontario's chocolate scene is a testament to the artistry of chocolate-making.
