Sometimes, the sweet, buttery texture of chocolate is just too irresistible. While it’s not healthy to indulge regularly, the occasional delicate truffle can halt a craving in the short term and soothe you on a stressful day. If you’re in the Wichita area and are craving chocolate or other sweets, try one of these locations for a delectable treat.
Cocoa Dolce Artisan Chocolates
Cocoa Dolce Artisan Chocolates, located at 2441 North Maize Road, Suite 123 and 2132 North Rock Road, offers a mouthwatering variety of carefully crafted treats. There are many more to taste too. Why not purchase a custom box and take home your favorite selections?
Try an artisan chocolate bar, specially made with various flavors and differing cocoa quantities to appeal to everyone’s taste buds. Among their truffle assortment, you will find the Mayan, an exquisite truffle with 54% bittersweet ganache, along with vanilla, cinnamon, honey, and ancho chili. Or, try the Mocha chocolate, which is infused with espresso and a touch of Kahlua beneath a crisp dark chocolate coating. The Irish Cream is a delight as well, with blended milk chocolate and Bailey’s.
Cero’s Candies
Another yummy hotspot for delicacies, this boutique shop, Cero’s Candies, is located at 3429 East Douglas Ave. in Wichita. Named “Wichita’s Original Chocolate Shop,” and sticking around since 1885, you know it will be a special day when you stop by. In fact, truffles are magnificent at this venue. Examples include the Dark Chocolate Artisan Fire truffle and the Dark Chocolate Amaretto truffle, among many others.
Come witness Cero’s extraordinary Caramels and Candy selection, a collection that offers a blend of soft chocolate with the crunch of candy. Treat your taste buds with the Milk Chocolate Coconut Haystack, the Milk Chocolate Peanut Cluster, or the Dark Chocolate Cherry Cordial. For special occasions, their molded chocolate collection offers artistically designed shapes. You’ll find chocolate in the shape of lions, monkeys, tools, and more, as well as a seasonal chocolate selection with designs that are perfect for the holidays.
Nifty Nut House
Perhaps after all that chocolate-eating, you and your family are in the mood for something snackier. Perhaps you’re craving a more nutritious option or are seeking something for your kids. If so, then look no further than Nifty Nut House, located at 537 North St Francis. Here, you can choose from a wealth of yogurt-covered fruits and seeds, reduced-sugar candies, breads and pretzels, dried fruits and vegetables, baked goods, fudge, and items for the kids.
If you’re on a health kick, you’ll appreciate the selection of dried fruits and vegetables that are organic, which do not include preservatives or that are unsweetened. For a hearty snack, try the breadsticks or pretzels. Children will love their selection of candy necklaces, packaged cotton candy, jawbreakers, pop rocks, and lego-shaped candies.
With such variety and quality among these venues, you really can’t go wrong with investing time and money in trying these delectable sweets. The next time you’re in the Wichita neighborhood, you know where to go for a great bite with your family or friends.
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