It isn’t just a coincidence that both chocolate and Cape Town begin with the letter ‘C’. This beloved city should definitely tickle your taste buds as you could, in fact, call it the Chocolate Capital of South Africa.
That’s why TravelGround decided to round up 4 of the top chocolatiers in Cape Town where you can not only buy chocolate, but also taste, make, and learn about this heart-melting treat.
HONEST ARTISAN CHOCOLATE
Honest Chocolate lies in the heart of Cape Town where you can buy slabs, bonbons and other chocolatey products whilst enjoying a cup of coffee, tea or soothing hot chocolate. At Honest Artisan Chocolate you can buy and enjoy a selection of chocolate truffles, tarts and cakes, as well as their unique dairy-free milkshakes.
People say the banana bread ‘bunny chow’ is to die for, and we agree. Surely something this delicious should be illegal!
You can download their menu here, but in this case, seeing is not believing … The proof is in the pudding, as they say.
021 423 8762 | Monday to Thursday: 9:00 – 18:00, Friday and Saturday: 9:00 – 21:00, Sunday: 9:00 – 16:00 | 64A Wale Street, Cape Town City Centre
LINDT CHOCOLATE STUDIO
If the word ‘Lindt’, and a review declaring it “a truly delectable and memorable experience” won’t persuade you to visit this piece of paradise, then we’re not sure what will.
At Lindt’s Chocolate Studio you can buy assorted truffles, slabs, gifts, and many more sweet treats and desserts, made with the world-famous Swiss chocolate. At Lindt it’s easy to imagine yourself in the world of ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’.
Not only can you shop till you drop, you can also choose from an array of chocolate art classes to attend. Please see details in the image below.
Bookings are essential and subject to availability.
021 831 0360 | Mondays to Saturdays from 10:00-18:00 | Shop B11, Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, 72 Waterkant Street, Green Point, Cape Town
DE VILLIERS CHOCOLATE
If your mouth starts watering at the mere thought of chocolate, this quaint shop is for you. De Villiers Chocolate is just an hour’s drive from Cape Town at the Spice Route Destination and apart from all the chocolatey treats, they also offer great tastings.
During the tasting you will be treated to De Villiers Chocolate’s finest varieties: from single dark chocolate sensations to nougat or fudge.
They also offer a unique truffle workshop where you make up your own box of assorted truffles @ R125 p.p. for 1 hour.
I recommend you stay a little longer to visit the other shops at Spice Route, including Barley & Biltong, Cape Brewing Co., Wilderer Distillery, and Brenda’s Deli.
021 874 1060 | Monday – Sunday from 09:00 – 17:00 | Suid-Agter Paarl Road, Paarl
Cocoafair
CocoaFair makes the most affordable and delicious indulgences and they have definitely earned their golden ticket.
These famous chocolatiers offer a unique understanding of their bean-to-bar processes by taking you into their factory and giving you a tour. You can also attend courses where you will learn how to make truffles, chocolate bars, decorations, and much more. Don’t miss out on this delicious opportunity!
Book your tour and/or class at [email protected]
021 447 7355 | Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 17:00; Saturday from 08:00 to 15:00 | Under the Silo at the Old Biscuit Mill, 373-375 Albert Road, Woodstock, Cape Town
We are just dying to go to visit these spots! Do you have any others to recommend or experiences to share? Comment below!
If you’d like to do your own chocolatey tour of Cape Town, make a weekend of it and book your stay here.
