Chocolate Blog

Chocolate Manufacturing and White Labeling    Fill out our contact form here and join the Dorinda's Chocolates family.     Did you know Dorinda's Chocolates manufactures all kinds of chocolate and candy products for other companies? With our 5000 sqft FDA certified commercial kitchen we white label for a ton of different brands shipping nationwide. Creating a range of products from spicy chocolates that we ship to Arizona in the middle of summer, talk about some heat, or thousands of pounds of chocolate covered raisins from a grape growing company in California. The Dorinda's kitchen has a complete Selmi line up...

You’ve tried key lime yogurt, maybe even a key lime Popsicle, but what about a delicious truffle? The Dorinda’s chocolatiers have worked their confectionery magic once more, creating an all-natural delicacy you’ll love so much, you’ll need a whole box. This month, we’re excited to share a light, tart piece that beautifully complements the end of summer: the Key Lime Pie Truffle. The Key Lime Pie Truffle melds together fresh squeezed and zested limes with a white chocolate ganache. A hearty graham cracker crust makes up the base, while a white chocolate shell seals the truffle into two-bite perfection. This...

Dorinda’s Chocolates is Reno’s go-to confectionery for those looking to introduce their taste buds to something new! We’re not your average chocolate shop. In fact, we only use all-natural, fair trade ingredients. This means that our hand-crafted chocolates and treats bring out amazingly fresh flavors and provide an elevated culinary experience from what you may be used to. Often times, our experimentation leads us down new avenues, and we’re excited to share our August chocolate of the month with you: The Lemon Raspberry Truffle. The Lemon Raspberry Truffle whisks your taste buds away on a light, creamy experience. The creaminess...

Warm days, long nights, and great memories - we’re in the thick of celebration season! It’s always exciting to be a guest at a friend or family member’s special day. Nothing beats dressing up, indulging in delicious food, and taking part in the festivities. Whether you have an upcoming wedding, bridal shower, or baby shower, Dorinda’s can help add a little sweetness and make it a great moment! You can never go wrong when you show up to a celebration with chocolate. Ok… maybe we’re a little biased, but our confections make the perfect gift or addition to the food...

Father’s Day is coming up! Not sure what to get Dad besides another necktie or grilling gear? Luckily, we’ve got a few ideas. With a wide variety of choices, you can’t go wrong with any of our decadent flavors. Here’s a few of our favorite gourmet chocolates and treats to satisfy any sweet tooth: Lemon Truffles Lemon Truffles are some of the most popular confections during Father’s Day because of their zesty, summery flavor. Made with a French white satin chocolate shell, these truffles are made with real lemon zest and juice, with a splash of Doterra Lemon oil to...

On May 19th, Dorinda’s will be hosting a chocolate wine pairing event that features our hand-crafted Reno chocolates along with quality wines to complement all of the rich flavors. Join us from 5pm to 7pm at 727 Riverside Drive for a fun night of wine and chocolate tasting!  Chocolate Wine Pairing Dorinda’s Chocolates is happy to announce another Chocolate and Wine Pairing event happening on May 19th! The event will feature four of Dorinda’s handcrafted artisan chocolates all of which have been hand-selected to perfectly match their wine counterparts for the evening. Not only does this event give you an...

Dorinda’s is owned and operated by the “Duchess of Chocolate” herself, along with her son Dustin. She has had a knack for making chocolates since her first batch of chocolate dipped cherries when she was 12 years old.  One of our favorite spring holidays is Mother’s Day. What better way to show appreciation to the woman who raised you by giving her what she really wants: artisan chocolate! With our wide lineup of choices, you can’t go wrong with any of our decadent flavors. As a family business, you won’t find anything less than the best. Learn more about Dorinda...

If you love chocolate as much as we do, then you don’t need a special holiday or occasion to justify getting yourself or your loved ones some decadent artisan chocolate—however, it is the best excuse! This past Valentine’s Day was huge for chocolatiers like Dorinda and her team who worked for days to prepare, hand-dip, and decorate hundreds of chocolate-covered strawberries. Thanks to KOLO 8 News who was there to report on Dorinda’s Chocolates' busiest day of the year, we were able to gain some insight into just how fond people are of these quality chocolates. Dorinda’s Chocolate Covered Strawberries...

Looking for some gift ideas to help inspire your shopping this Valentine's day? Don’t be afraid to keep it simple with a box of artisan chocolates. Chocolate is a decadent dessert, valued since before the Early Modern period. Upper-class Aztecs and Mayans considered chocolate an item of luxury and found ways to enjoy it daily.  Of course, Mesoamerica was not the only culture finding satisfaction in the comforts of chocolate. Artisan chocolate has found its way into the hands of royalty for centuries. So be sure to remind the ones you love of their greatness with a chocolate subscription box...

Earlier this fall, Dorinda’s Chocolates and Lighthouse Coffee Shop came together to create two delicious cold brew flavors made with Lighthouse’s organic Honduras coffee beans and Dorinda’s decadent Reno chocolate truffles. The result is the Lighthouse Coffee X Dorinda’s Cold Brew line consisting of canned cold brew coffees in the flavors Sea-Salt Caramel and Chocolate.  The cold brew collaboration was released on September 11th of this year and will hopefully remain available for the foreseeable future. Learn more about the collaboration between Dorinda’s Chocolates and Lighthouse Coffee from Daniel Lawson, General Manager at Dorinda’s, below! What sparked the collaboration between...

November’s Peppermint Truffle  It’s November and the holiday season is already approaching us! Another month means another special confection for Dorinda’s Chocolate Of The Month Club! November’s chocolate is the Peppermint Truffle, with a peppermint buttercream center, coated in dark chocolate and topped with crunchy peppermint candy.  This specific chocolate is uniquely different from others out there, thanks to its ingredient content and the thoughtful intent behind this. Here at Dorinda’s, we believe in using REAL ingredients, so our peppermint candies are colored red from beet juice, rather than dyes and artificial colors. Don't despair though - the Peppermint Truffle...

A Family Passionate About Chocolate What started as an idea grew into a successful family business. Dorinda Vance, founder of Dorinda’s Chocolates, started by hand-making chocolate-dipped cherries when she was a young girl and formed her business with her sons years later. Her debut delicacy was the Salted Caramel Chocolate Delight which she offered at a trade show, surrounded by some of the best chocolatiers, and Dorinda won the award for Best, Most Original Flavor for her chocolate!  She then went on to found Dorinda’s Chocolates in 2009 with it’s first location in Truckee, CA, expanding to Reno, NV and...

September 13th is International Chocolate Day. As premier chocolatiers and operating our chocolate factory in Reno, our team spends countless hours not only making hand crafted chocolate but also enjoying it. We decided to ask our employees to divulge their favorite Dorinda's chocolates.    Dustin Vance - Owner/COO I absolutely love everything we create here at Dorinda’s Chocolates and although I eat several pieces a day, yes several pieces every day, my all-time favorite go to is the Rice Krispie treat. It brings me back to my childhood with every bite! The only difference is that these are not just...

Handcrafted Chocolate: The Perfect Mother's Day Surprise May 2, 2016  Chocolate lovers will agree that receiving their favorite confection is a treasured gift for any occasion. Surprise Mom and your loved ones this Mother’s Day with handcrafted chocolate from premier chocolatier Dorinda’s Chocolates, based in Reno, Nevada. From candy to baked goods to freshly dipped chocolate treats, this chocolate shop has the perfect gift for her chocolate craving! You are sure to find Mom’s favorite among their extensive chocolate specialties. Whether she enjoys dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or both, this shop offers many options in each style. If she likes a little of both,...

The Reno Riverside chocolate shop has seen substantial growth over the last few years. On top of the organic growth that comes with a steady economy, Dorinda’s Chocolates is encountering a brand new demographic yearning for a taste of rolled ice cream. This new creation by partner company, Rolled Mountain Creamery has attracted a brand new collection of people with young energy. This new crowd comes from the Instagram and Snapchat generation; a crowd fueled by trends and the new. Although these young people still smile when they bite into a sea salt caramel, chocolate covered cherry, or truffle they...

Chocolate has a very involved history with the birth of the United States and the American revolution. The founding fathers didn’t quite have the access to handcrafted chocolate, sea salt caramels, and luxury truffles as we know them today. However, they did have a close proximity to South American cacao producers and it’s no surprise that chocolate made an early appearance in American culture and economics.Benjamin Franklin himself got in on the early American chocolate craze, and even sold chocolate out of his printing shop in Philadelphia. Since cocoa beans weren’t taxed by the British government, Americans quickly found a...

Everyone loves chocolate – including Hollywood! Producers know just how to capture and relate to their audience and it’s especially easy if it involves America’s beloved tasty treat! From movies to shows, chocolate has been America’s favorite star. Numerous screenplays center on chocolate from Like Water for Chocolate to Chocolat to The Chocolate War, proving that chocolate is an incredibly powerful force guiding human lives. Whether inducing tears, melancholy, love or joy, chocolate sends a special message to audiences everywhere. (Scene from Chocolat)When talking about movies that center around chocolate, We can’t overlook Warner Brother’s 1970 classic Willy Wonka and...

This morning at the Reno chocolate shop began as any other Thursday morning; the Dorinda’s Chocolates team was prepping the kitchen for the daily chocolate production; tempering chocolate and tasting the latest truffles the chocolatiers have handcrafted. The marketing team had finished their early meeting and began their daily internet campaign, spreading the word about the fair trade chocolate products they are so passionate about. Upstairs, the administrative section of the small family chocolate business began directing their efforts at billing and organizing all of the moving parts that come with running a company that spans Reno, Squaw Valley, and...

When you were young your parents may have told you that eating too much chocolate would make you sick. They were only partly correct!  There are many health benefits to eating chocolate as long as you don’t over-indulge.  The following are some of the amazing benefits of eating chocolate: 1) Scientific test results show that eating one to two servings of dark chocolate a week can reduce the risk of heart failure. 2) Dark chocolate also acts as a natural cough suppressant, much like cough syrup. Although, unlike cough suppressants, chocolate won’t leave you feeling drowsy due to the theobromine...

Chocolate and ice cream dreams help the Vance family build a hempire.  Written by Natasha BourlinPhotos courtesy of Vance family First, there was chocolate. Then came specialized ice cream. Now, expertise in those realms has branched into a totally new endeavor for Dorinda Vance and her sons: LiveKAYA.  Chocolate has been treasured since around 2,000 BCE, when the Mayans in Central America first discovered cacao and its deliciously invigorating benefits when ingested. In the millennia to follow, it’s morphed into many a pleasurable delicacy, from potable to edible.  In 2008, Dorinda Vance turned her passion and experience working with chocolate into...

"Initially, it was just a way to make money back in my High School days. However, it wasn't long before I began to fall in love with the profession. As I became more and more involved, my passion for hand-crafting chocolates only grew stronger. Watching the faces of our customers when they try our award winning Sea-Salt Carmel for the first time, or bite into our Hazelnut Praline ganache filled 'Kraken' Truffle definitely makes all the tedious man hours preparing those pieces with it.""Aside from feeding people chocolates and bestowing 'mouthgasms' on dozens, (You would be astounded to find out...

Chocolate is one of those rare delights that is so wonderful, you often deprive yourself of enjoying the experience at it's full potential. Many chocolate lovers find a piece in their hands and immediately pop it in their mouth and melt into a state of culinary bliss (guilty over here as well). However, on your next adventure into the wonderful world of chocolate, try and take a few extra moments to enjoy your chocolate or truffle the way they deserve.Chocolate tasting time! First, take a beat and look closely at your chocolate. Enjoy the shine, color, and smooth texture of properly...

Pairing wine and chocolate together is one delicious passion! Wine and chocolate paired is the perfect way to explore the complexities of flavors and textures that both of these yummy items poses. Some of these flavors are subtle, and others have the potential to be much more robust. Learning to appreciate and enjoy these difference in flavors could turn from a pastime to an obsession in the blink of an eye. Ready to try pairing yourself? Take these tips and tricks into account!The first tip? Make sure to go for high quality chocolate. Do your best to find chocolates that originate for high...

We all know chocolate is an aphrodisiac – that isn’t anything new. But how did chocolate become so connected to love and our sensual side?  Chocolate is undeniably sexy. Its shine. It's dark color. The gentle snap and the way it just instantly melts in your mouth.  Chocolate is decadent, and represents passion.  Historically, chocolate was considered “the food of the gods”- it’s regal, fit for only deities. If you will, it is a forbidden fruit, but nonetheless a forbidden seed that satisfies. As of the mid 1800s, chocolate was marketed specifically for lovers. The heart-shaped chocolate box was originally created by Cadbury –...

Learn about our family and the heart that goes into each of our handmade confections. Our Chocolate Eschewing trendiness in favor of incredible flavor, Dorinda’s award-winning chocolates are all-natural, hand-made creations. You can trust that we make our products with high-end ingredients of the best possible quality. That means you'll bite into indulgence—ethically, every time. Our Family & Legacy Family is at the foundation of everything we do at Dorinda’s Chocolates. Be it the beautiful cabinetry that frames our chocolates in store, the visual presentation of our brand, or our range of confectionary creations—all that we do is made by...

Hooray for candy, especially the haunting kind. But what it is about this spookyholiday that makes us crave the sweets? We want to dress up in our scariestcostumes and run a-muck, fueled by sugary snacks! Why do we trick or treat? Thistradition stems back to ancient Celtic festivals, early Roman Catholic holidays,medieval practices and British politics. The Great Depression highlighted the act oftrick or treating, when the trick of Halloween mischief transformed into violence.But why the treats? When the custom of trick-or- treating started in the 1930s and early 1940s, children were given everything from homemade cookies and pieces of cake to...

Halloween is here and Dorinda’s Chocolates couldn’t be happier! The chocolatiers are working extra hard in the kitchen to spit out your favorite Halloween treats as fast as possible! The shop is decorated with the fall spirit, full of pumpkins, black and orange streamers, twinkling lights.  There are so many Halloween specials! Among the favorites are the solid chocolates, in the shapes of scary ghouls, ghosts, cackling witches, vampires and Frankenstein! These pieces are solid chocolate, made in milk, dark and white chocolate! Sometimes our chocolatiers get a little crazy and even create orange pumpkins. Also on the scary side...

The Reno chocolate shop has seen substantial growth these past weeks. On top of the organic growth that comes with a steady economy, Dorinda’s Chocolates is encountering a brand new demographic yearning for a taste of rolled ice cream. This new creation by partner company, Rolled Mountain Creamery has attracted a brand new collection of people with young energy. This new crowd comes from the Instagram and Snapchat generation; a crowd fueled by trends and the new. Although these young people still smile when they bite into a sea salt caramel, chocolate covered cherry, or truffle they want what they...

Reno is growing quickly, and Dorinda’s Chocolates is feeling the effects. What was once a dirt patch near Midtown, is now a bustling meeting center, leisure place, and small business haven. Originally, Dorinda’s Chocolates was just a small Reno chocolate shop beside Hub Coffee Roasters. Now, Dorinda’s Chocolates is the premiere Reno chocolate shop, thanks in large part to its loyal consumer base, friendly atmosphere, and high quality chocolate. The Reno chocolate shop is a perfect example of how a small business can help shape a community; cobblestones soon replaced the dirt patch and landscaping became top notch in the...

Are you a chocoholic? If so, we’ve got your fix. Dorinda’s Chocolates offers everyone the opportunity to ensure that they never run out of chocolate again! The Chocolate of the Month Club is the perfect way to treat yourself or someone you love to a constant stream of happiness.   Chocolate of the Month Club Members can sign up for 3, 6 or 12-month memberships and receive a basket of chocolate bliss each month! The Chocolate of the Month Club is the perfect way to enjoy popular, award winning pieces and ensure that you never miss out on seasonal favorites,...

Excited for Fall? Here at Dorinda’s Chocolates, we are. For us, Fall smeans the return of a couple of seasonal favorites. Award winning Pumpkin Truffles and Hot Cocoa Cones? Yes, please!  These cool nights are the perfect time for hot chocolate. Though we have these year round, now is the time when we can never seem to make them fast enough. Our cute Hot Cocoa Cones make enough hot chocolate for 4 people to sip on a cool night this Fall, they make great stocking stuffers too!  Fall also means that we can finally bring back our Pumpkin Truffles. These...

On our list of life essentials, chocolate is on the top of the list. However, for some of our truffles and ice-creams, doTERRA Essential Oils are on the top of the ingredients list. These 15ml bottles pack delicious scents and powerful flavors that are great for use in the kitchen and everyday life! Here in the kitchen we have Lemon, Wild Orange, Peppermint and Clove essential oils. (Don’t ask what truffle we tried to make using clove oil, it hasn't quite pan out yet!) These essential oils are great for cooking and have some serious health benefits, just ask a...

Chocolate is one of those rare delights that are so wonderful, you often deprive yourself of enjoying the experience at its full potential. Many chocolate lovers find a piece in their hands and immediately pop it in their mouth and melt into a state of culinary bliss. (Guilty over here as well!) However, on your next adventure into the wonderful world of chocolate, try and take a few extra moments to enjoy your chocolate or truffle the way they deserve. First, take a beat and look closely at your chocolate. Enjoy the shine, color and smooth texture of properly tempered...

          It is well known that dark chocolate has many health benefits. In the right amounts, it can improve heart health, memory and elevate your mood. Less commonly known are the health benefits that can be found in Cocoa Butter. Cocoa butter is something that you may have heard of in various cosmetics, ointments pharmaceuticals and, of course, chocolate! Cocoa butter is actually a type of vegetable fat extracted from the cocoa bean and contains many fats and anti oxidants that are beneficial to the body in the right quantities. So what benefits has cocoa butter...

Recently we had some wine enthusiasts visit the Dorinda's Chocolates in Reno to try our Wine & Chocolate pairings that we hold every Thursday. It was a great night and a tone of fun having them with us. The authors of Wine and Cheese Fridays were some diligent note takers! We had the opportunity to discuss some of our award winning truffles, the premium ingredients that are used to make them and even had the chance to briefly discuss the process hand crafting chocolates and truffles. Check out their experience below or visit them at wineandcheesefriday.com Wine and Cheese Friday Last...

Pairing wine and chocolate together is one delicious passion! Wine and Chocolate pairing is the perfect way to explore the complexities of flavors and textures. Some of these flavors are subtle, and others have the potential to be much more robust. Learning to appreciate and enjoy these complexities could turn from a pastime to an obsession in the blink of an eye. Ready to try pairing yourself? Take these tips and tricks into account. The first tip? Make sure to go for high quality chocolate. Do your best to find chocolates that originate for high quality manufacturers.  When looking for the perfect, smooth...

Recently, we had a UNR student approach Dorinda's Chocolates requesting an interview. She had some great questions and gave us the opportunity to talk about what well love even more. CHOCOLATE! A big Thank You to Jasmin Flores for her interest in Dorinda's Chocolates, we're all flattered! (Especially our Vice President Dustin Vance with whom the interview was conducted). Describe the experience required for your position. Well, being a Chocolatier is no easy task. It requires literal years of experience. Dorinda herself has been working with chocolate for years. She was first certified online and then proceeded to chase down every...

Only The Best Chocolate, like many consumable indulgences, varies widely in term of quality and origin. Over the course of 8 years, Dorinda and Dustin, the mother and son mastermind’s behind Dorinda’s Chocolates, have sampled hundreds of chocolates from around the world. It is a widely known that the bean-to-bar Chocolate manufacturer Valrhona is among the best in the world and the Chocolatiers at Dorinda’s agree. They rarely use anything else.                       Valrhona Chocolate  Valrhona Chocolate was founded in 1922 in the small French town of Tain-l'Hermitag, located in the...

Many are wondering if chocolate really is an aphrodisiac!  After all, chocolate is the traditional gift of love, but does it really stimulate our libidos? The truth is that pure cocoa contains specific chemicals that may indeed stimulate our desire. Scientists believe the aphrodisiac qualities can be linked to three specific compounds that are present: Phenethylamine, Tryptophan, and Theobromine.  Phenethylamine is released in the brain when people fall in love, and stimulates our "craving neurochemical", dopamine. Tryptophan is linked with serotonin, also referred to as a "feel good" chemical, creating pleasure, soothing pain, and playing a role in sexual arousal.  And, Theobromine is a type of...

Everyone has different tastes when it comes to chocolate. Your best friend may love white chocolate, while you are more of a dark chocolate fan. No matter what type of chocolate treat you are craving today, make sure you are getting the good stuff! Good Ingredients for Good Chocolate Good chocolate should contain cocoa, cocoa solids, and cocoa butter. If the primary ingredient in your treat is milk or sugar, the quality of the chocolate will not be as great. Good chocolate has a higher percentage of cocoa (or cacao, depending on the labels), which means more of the chocolate...

Happy New Year! As we enter into 2016, many people are determined to get healthy as part of a New Year’s Resolution! Incorporate chocolate into your plan to get healthy, and you will start to see the benefits. Take it from the experts: chocolate is good for your health and is worth keeping in your diet. Which Chocolate is Healthy? The nutritional value of chocolate is more noticeable in the purer forms of chocolate, especially dark chocolate. A candy bar does not hurt every now and then, but the chocolate with the most nutrition is the dark chocolate with a...

The holidays are a wonderful opportunity to show your loved ones how much you care about them. Chocolate can be the perfect gift for an occasion, and you have a huge variety of options when it comes to chocolate presents. Types of Chocolate Gifts There are so many options for giving a chocolate gift, since there are different types of gifts. You can go with a standard box of milk chocolate or dark chocolate truffles that can be enjoyed immediately. Another type of gift option is the DIY or kit option. One of our favorites is the Gourmet S’Mores Kit,...

Some of us are chocolate connoisseurs, and others are chocolate masters! Becoming a chocolate master takes passion and dedication, and lots of training! Dorinda Vance is committed to making the best gourmet handcrafted chocolates possible, so Dorinda went to Costa Mesa recently to learn from the one and only chocolate master Stéphane Tréand! Chocolate Master Stéphane Tréand Stéphane Tréand is the ultimate Chocolate Master. He is known around the world as a chocolate craftsman and pastry chef. Tréand even has a ton of awards to prove it! Stéphane Tréand received the Meilleur Ouvrier de France, which is the National Government...

Chocolate is a majestic creation that comes in many forms. Do you know all of the different types of chocolate? There are varying flavors of chocolate like dark, milk, and white chocolate. There are also different types of chocolate that are used for various chocolatey intentions. Become a chocolate expert by reading this quick and easy list! Dark Chocolate   Dark chocolate contains cocoa butter, sugar, and chocolate liquor. Chocolate liquor is not what chocolatinis are made of -- chocolate liquor is the term for the liquid created by grinding up the center of cocoa beans. This type of chocolate...

Many of us LOVE chocolate enough to want to make homemade gourmet chocolates every day, but how do you know if you should become a chocolatier? There are a few steps involved in becoming a chocolate master besides loving all kinds of chocolate! What Is A Chocolatier? The process of making chocolate from cacao tree to your dessert plate includes different types of chocolate experts, from harvesters to chocolate makers and chocolatiers! What could be the difference between a chocolate maker and a chocolatier? A chocolate maker creates chocolate using a combination cacao beans and other ingredients. A chocolatier makes...

Chocolate is one of the greatest things in the history of the world. But what about the history of chocolate? When did this magical, delicious treat come to us? In The Beginning The history of chocolate all began in the Amazon Rainforest thousands of years ago! The cacao tree grows in tropical areas in Central and South America, Southeast Asia, and West Africa. Inside the fruit of the cacao tree, also known as a pod, there are cacao beans. The cacao beans are what make up cocoa and chocolate. The Aztecs invented chocolate over 3,000 years ago not as a...

You have purchased delicious chocolate treats or made your own chocolate to give to friends and family as gifts. How do you preserve the quality of the chocolate over time? Store your chocolate properly with our helpful tips from your friends at Dorinda’s! Where to Store Chocolate  Chocolate absorbs other scents, so make sure to store your chocolate away from anything odorous like onions or strong-smelling herbs. The part of chocolate that is a smell-absorber is the fat of the cocoa butter. The different smells will be absorbed by the chocolate, and when you bite into your chocolate treats you...

A beautiful summer night calls for a beautiful combination of chocolate and wine. Watch the sunset as you take your palate on a journey through the magical world of wine and chocolate. A Simple Rule When in doubt, start with a wine that is as sweet as the chocolate if not a little bit sweeter than the chocolate. This will help your palate bounce back and forth between the chocolate and wine instead of experiencing a shocking jolt when transitioning from sweet chocolate to a perhaps bitter wine. The Body of the Wine and Chocolate     When pairing chocolate...

Your friends are getting concerned. Every time they see you, you have some delicious chocolate in your hand. It’s time to face the music: You are a chocoholic. Some signs to recognize chocoholism include knowing all the health benefits of chocolate and enjoying chocolate memes. At Dorinda’s Chocolates, we are here to help. We can make sure your chocolate addiction is properly fed with the proper tools, including the Chocolate of the Month Club. Step 1: Accept Your Status as a Chocoholic. The first step in prospering as a chocoholic is to recognize the chocolate lover inside of you. Now...

Some people are hard to shop for. We all have that friend that already has it all, from fun gadgets to a library of great reads. If you’re not sure what to gift someone for a recent graduation, birthday, promotion, or Mother’s Day, our chocolate gift baskets are sure to please. A Chocolate Lover’s Dream As the “Duchess of Chocolate,” I want my chocolates to delight families and friends. There are lots of options for chocolate gift baskets so you can find what’s right for you. Here at Dorinda’s Chocolates, we offer different types of chocolate gift baskets to fit...