From decadent chocolates and delightful truffles to mouth-watering morsels and diet-busting goodies--these Top 10 Chocolatiers have one thing in common... they're all from Kansas City. Take delight in visiting one of these fine purveyors of fine chocolates in the Kansas City Metro and take a box of their goodies home--but beware...you might find yourself eating the last one sooner than you think.
1. Christopher Elbow Chocolates
When you walk through the door of Christopher Elbow's chocolates and take a gander into his gleaming display case--you might mistake the famed chef's confectionary masterpieces for works of art. By mixing and experimenting with unusual flavors and unique spices accompanied by chic design--Christopher Elbow is the Kansas City Guide Top Pick for Chocolate in KC. (The first time we went, we ate the whole box in under an hour...)1819 McGee Street Kansas City, MO 64108, 816-842-1300
KC Guide Faves:
- Champagne
- Rosemary Caramel
- Banana's Foster
2. Annedore's Chocolates
Annedore's Chocolates provides Kansas City with a little slice of heaven--over 30 truffles, crémes, and caramels all handmade to perfection. Located just off Main, Annedore's even has a great cafe with delish coffee (try the Cafe Mocha!), sammies and bakery goods.106 East 43rd St., (816) 753-5012
Top Picks:
- Ginger Bark
- Frangelico Truffel
- Strawberry Creme
3. Sweet Guy
The Sweet Guy, located in Parkville--rings true to it's name....everything inside is wonderfully rich and sweet. With fine chocolates, insanely good desserts, gelato and even chocolate drinks, you can't go wrong when heading to the Sweet Guy for all things chocolate.10 Main St., Parkville, 816.505.2788
The Sweet Guy's chocolate goodies are ever changing--but you can't go wrong with his truffles and desserts!
4. Andre's Confiserie Suisse
Andres Chocolates is practically a Kansas City institution--providing Kansas Citian's with over 50 years of fine chocolates made only the way the Swiss can. Andres has wonderful chocolates, pasteries and torts any time of year--as well as a great Tea Room for lunch.5018 Main Street, (816) 561-6484,
Top Picks:
- Dobosh Torte (7 layers of cake and ganash!)
- White Chocolate Truffle
- Grand Cru Truffles
5. Russel Stover's
Hometown legend Russel Stover and his wife Clara have been proud to call Kansas City Russell Stover's headquarters since 1931. The company which now sells it's fine chocolates throughout the world.To find a retail store near you, visit the Russell Stover's Website .
