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A Chocolate Moment
A Chocolate Moment
On By Andy Ciordia / 0 comments
I am a fan of Reddit (salt and all), and participate frequently in their small business communities where I recently ran across Dash Studio. It’s always fun to find someone... Read more
North Carolina Chocolate Makers
North Carolina Chocolatiers and Charlotte's Best Chocolate
On By Andy Ciordia / 0 comments
It’s always heartwarming to receive recognition right here in our home state of North Carolina. North Carolina Chocolatiers by Our State North Carolina is thriving with craft creations—from wine and... Read more
Evening of Chocolate Flyer
An Evening of Chocolate
On By Bill Dietz / 0 comments
Join Chef Bill for a special event with The Secret Chocolatier. Delicious plated desserts coursed out over the evening. Experience the true secrets of The Secret Chocolatier. Read more
The Secret Chocolatier Prepares to Open New Shop in Ballantyne, Charlotte, NC
The Secret Chocolatier Expands into Ballantyne
On By Andy Ciordia / 0 comments
It’s an amazing time at The Secret Chocolatier. We began to grow with a wonderful intern named Abby, picked up our first part-timer Natalie, continued growth of friends and family... Read more
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Chocolate in Uptown Charlotte
On By Andy Ciordia / 0 comments
Where can you find amazing chocolates in uptown Charlotte? After the passing of our last outpost (Blynk) we are so happy to have two wonderful spots for you to get... Read more
The Secret Chocolatier Goes American Made
On By Andy Ciordia / 0 comments
When we announce that we’ve “Gone American” it often evokes a double take. People say, “Haven’t you always been?” Well, yes. Sort of. The Secret Chocolatier is an American company, hailing from Charlotte, North Carolina where our family does all the work. But we haven’t always been able to source our chocolate from American sources. Until now, that is. Caveat: Cocoa is grown in the equatorial belt like coffee. The only American state that can grow cocoa is Hawaii but it’s not large enough for large sourcing. What we’re talking... Read more
Chocolate Shop Dreams, Reality
On By Andy Ciordia / 0 comments
2010 was a long year for us. We set out with a goal–more specifically I told Bill and Karen Dietz that I would have us a chocolate shop or Plan B within 6 months of 2010. For the many who know us, that didn’t quite happen did it? I missed 2010, but things are different now. Good Things Come to Those Who Work Hard I realized through 2010 that if you can’t afford it outright you’re going to work your collective butts off (and then some) to get where you... Read more