Remember how in cartoons, smells would lift people off the ground? That’s exactly what happened as I walked down a charming street in downtown Asheville. A rich wave of cocoa drifted through the mountain air and instantly trapped me.
North Carolina is full of unexpected discoveries, and Asheville’s chocolate scene might be one of its sweetest. Tucked among the shops and cafés of downtown, this chocolatier has built a reputation that reaches far beyond the city.
The shop has been crafting handmade treats since 1986. Inside, glass cases hold rows of truffles, specialty confections, and detailed chocolate sculptures that feel closer to art than candy…