Paratrooper’s Chocolate Bar is a local small business founded by Jazlyn Ortiz. After celebrating the official grand opening in 2024, the business has become a beloved local fixture, delighting customers with a variety of desserts.
Born and raised in Sampson County, Ortiz first moved to Fayetteville in 2018 and joined the military in 2021. Baking was initially just a hobby and while serving she didn’t have time to run the business, but once she left the military she was able to turn her love of baking into a full-time job.
Ortiz operates her business from her home in Fayetteville and sells her goodies at local markets and vendor events as well. Customers can place orders online, find Ortiz at a local market or stop by her home where she has a self-serve baker’s stand that welcomes visitors around the clock. Ortiz also fulfills custom orders…