Belize Chocolate Company
Belize Chocolate Company
Belize Chocolate Company
4.5
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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Bean to Bar Chocolate maker offering everything chocolate. From bars to truffles, cookies to chocolate tea, chocolate soaps to cocoa powder. All made by us in Ambergris Caye. Now including chocolate making classes.
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- Melissa SAnn Arbor, Michigan82 contributionsPerfect souvenirsThis is a cute little shop and a great place to buy gifts to bring back home. Everyone loves chocolate! The bars are buy 3 get 1 free and there are many varieties, including vegan coconut milk chocolate. They also have body products, beautiful truffles and baked goods. We stopped on our way to the airport (they open at 8:30) and they were a little slow getting opened, but I'm not always at my desk exactly on time either!Visited March 2023Written 9 April 2023
- Frequent skierSeattle, Washington6 contributionsLearn about the history of chocolate!Enjoyable 1 hour "experience" with the owner who explains how chocolate is made from the growing and processing of the cacao beans to the chocolate bars we enjoy, as you sample each step. Nice family experience and break from diving adventures all week. Location is nearby lots of great restaurants as well!Visited April 2023Written 11 April 2023
- GeneralShamuNew York City, New York1,114 contributionsWorth Every PennyFor any chocolate lovers, this is a must visit location while on the island. Once you try the delicious chocolates, good luck not wanting to come back a second time around. Ensure you immediately head to your hotel with whatever chocolates you do buy as you have a 20 - 30 minute window max before they melt significantly enough to impact the ultimate taste of it. We summarily returned to the hotel and put it in the fridge/cooler within the room. Parking available outside for golf carts and they take credit cards beyond 20 BZ$.Visited June 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 25 June 2023
- Steven WSatellite Beach, Florida9 contributionsToo expensive onlineFantastic class and great learning experience. Do not purchase online. Was annoyed to arrive and see sign out front that said $25 BZ when I paid $50USD before arrival online. Would be okay if you are offered a credit on merchandise but that wasn't the case. Definitely a must do but pay when you get here.Visited August 2023Written 1 August 2023
- Jrtm2014Seattle, Washington296 contributionsBest souvenirs ever and darn good with a view.This is a great little shop for some fun, souvenirs. Cocoa powder, cocoa soaps, chocolate tea. But they're true superpower is there chocolates they have so many fun flavors. My favorite was the chocolate and coffee combination followed by the peanut butter chocolate. Note this is not a Reesie's peanut butter cup. In fact, it taste totally different. Great gift to bring home to everybody Also enjoyed their chocolate milkshake, which is more like frozen hot chocolate. Surprisingly good.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten 2 January 2024
- SM_travelbugStroud, United Kingdom33 contributionsExcellent chocolatesGiven it was too hot to buy and take the chocolate (although with a cool bag, which they also sold, you could) we bought 5 individual chocolates to eat there. Flavours were lime, passion fruit, banana, coffee and chilli. They were excellent! Just a hint of the flavours, not cloyingly over sweet, well worth the stop. If you like quality chocolate as opposed to the mass produced stuff do go in and tryVisited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 27 January 2024
- roermoblHampshire, United Kingdom97 contributionsChocolate classThe chocolate class was really interesting and informative, and there were several opportunities to handle and taste the ingredients/chocolate at different stages. The shop allows you to build your own box of different flavoured chocolates. Delicious!Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 16 March 2024
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GeneralShamu
New York City, NY1 114 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
For any chocolate lovers, this is a must visit location while on the island. Once you try the delicious chocolates, good luck not wanting to come back a second time around. Ensure you immediately head to your hotel with whatever chocolates you do buy as you have a 20 - 30 minute window max before they melt significantly enough to impact the ultimate taste of it. We summarily returned to the hotel and put it in the fridge/cooler within the room.
Parking available outside for golf carts and they take credit cards beyond 20 BZ$.
Parking available outside for golf carts and they take credit cards beyond 20 BZ$.
Written 25 June 2023
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Susie E
11 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
Fun little shop on the water. It was nice to enjoy a large unique selection of chocolate while inside with A/C. Too hot to take chocolate home but we did buy soap.
Written 15 June 2023
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Tatiana S
8 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
I was going there everyday!!! The cakes the trufas amazing. For me the best ones are caramel salted and ginger!!! Maravilhosa chocolateria!! Amei!!!
Written 13 April 2023
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Frequent skier
Seattle, WA6 contributions
Apr 2023
Enjoyable 1 hour "experience" with the owner who explains how chocolate is made from the growing and processing of the cacao beans to the chocolate bars we enjoy, as you sample each step. Nice family experience and break from diving adventures all week. Location is nearby lots of great restaurants as well!
Written 11 April 2023
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Melissa S
Ann Arbor, MI82 contributions
Mar 2023
This is a cute little shop and a great place to buy gifts to bring back home. Everyone loves chocolate! The bars are buy 3 get 1 free and there are many varieties, including vegan coconut milk chocolate. They also have body products, beautiful truffles and baked goods. We stopped on our way to the airport (they open at 8:30) and they were a little slow getting opened, but I'm not always at my desk exactly on time either!
Written 9 April 2023
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alex
Overland Park, KS2 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
First of all as if the chocolate wasn’t too expensive, they charged our card but said it was declined and then made us pay cash. We quickly went back to our hotel to check why our card was declined and wasn’t. This the scam! They basically charged us twice for the same thing. Don’t fall for this theft! The gal working there did it to other people in line as well and said it could be the machine. Run, don’t walk from this scam and crappy little store!
Written 19 March 2023
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Bob P
Denver, CO64 contributions
Mar 2023
This is a local chocolatier that not only provides great chocolate products but offers a 60 minute class. The class focuses on how beans are acquired, roasted and then processed to obtain the chocolate used in producing their products.
Chris is a great instructor. The class allows you to taste product during the process. His delivery is well paced and he encourages questions and interaction.
Jo is certified by the Escolar de Chocolate (Amaury Guichon). The treats in the case are reasonably priced and taste amazing!
Register before hand to make sure you get a seat.
Chris is a great instructor. The class allows you to taste product during the process. His delivery is well paced and he encourages questions and interaction.
Jo is certified by the Escolar de Chocolate (Amaury Guichon). The treats in the case are reasonably priced and taste amazing!
Register before hand to make sure you get a seat.
Written 14 March 2023
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chey13enne
guelph, ON44 contributions
Feb 2023
The chocolate making class was very interesting. Tasting chocolate from the bean to the finished productive was awesome! The class is good value for your money!
Written 11 March 2023
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Charles R
Illinois16 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
First I must say the chocolate class is a must do and the chocolate and products are so much of a delight. Treat yourself to something and it’s a must do while in SanPedro.
Now for something sweeter than their chocolate. I forever will be touched by the hospitality of San Pedro and the heart of the people there. Last week while on one of my visits to the Chocolate Company for my daily treat I mistakenly left my wallet on one of the brown cocoa bean tables and walked out. When I realized I had lost it two hours later I remembered the last place I had it and hoped it was there. The store had closed by then but something inside of me kept faith. I took all the necessary steps to protect the contents as I could (credit card) and then just did what I could until they opened the next morning. At 8:30 sharp I walked in to see Melissa with the most bright smile looking right at me. She just said “ I just knew you would come back, you had to be back, I’m so sorry for opening it but once I saw it was you I knew who you were. I just knew” Melissa and her not only honesty but a genuine wanting to help and wanting the best for me. We talked for a long time afterwards about the heart of the Belizean people. Melissa please know how much I thank you and not just for taking care of my personal belongings but giving me the gift sweeter than your chocolates, your heart and faith!!!
Now for something sweeter than their chocolate. I forever will be touched by the hospitality of San Pedro and the heart of the people there. Last week while on one of my visits to the Chocolate Company for my daily treat I mistakenly left my wallet on one of the brown cocoa bean tables and walked out. When I realized I had lost it two hours later I remembered the last place I had it and hoped it was there. The store had closed by then but something inside of me kept faith. I took all the necessary steps to protect the contents as I could (credit card) and then just did what I could until they opened the next morning. At 8:30 sharp I walked in to see Melissa with the most bright smile looking right at me. She just said “ I just knew you would come back, you had to be back, I’m so sorry for opening it but once I saw it was you I knew who you were. I just knew” Melissa and her not only honesty but a genuine wanting to help and wanting the best for me. We talked for a long time afterwards about the heart of the Belizean people. Melissa please know how much I thank you and not just for taking care of my personal belongings but giving me the gift sweeter than your chocolates, your heart and faith!!!
Written 14 February 2023
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Alexis K
9 contributions
Feb 2023
I love to bring home souvenirs for friends and family that I know will be used or enjoyed. I picked up a bag of chocolate tea and some bars - easy to pack for a flight. We also ordered a six piece box of chocolate to enjoy through the week after our dinners on the island. I also ordered an iced chocolate tea. It was very unique - I think I would have enjoyed it more if I had added just a little milk, but I normally take my drinks black. All the items were great!
Written 13 February 2023
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KABGeorgia
Atlanta, GA23 contributions
Does the company take credit cards?
Kelly G
Edmond, OK13 contributions
Yes they do!
kwaring22
Littleton, CO
How do I order the brownie mix online?
Bliss@BCC
Belize
Hi,
thanks for posting the question. I cant post the link here but if you go to our website then via the boutique/products/buyonline button. it will open our online shopify store which has the brownie mix for sale
thanks
Chris
kwaring22
Littleton, CO
Can I order the brownie and cookie mix online?
tcweston75
Mountain Pine, AR18 contributions
They do have a brownie mix available online for order. I didn't see a cookie mix but you may be able to request it.
kwaring22
Littleton, CO
I was wondering if you can order the cookie and brownie mix online?
Jennifer J
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States13 contributions
I am not sure.
mecrn1
New York City, NY
When is the Chocolate tour available?
Bliss@BCC
Belize
Hi, we do not currently offer a tour but do have a chocolate making class. This is conducted on the deck outside the shop and takes participants through the chocolate making process from the cacao farms in southern Belize to grinding and processing here on the island. It includes lots of tasting, samples and making milk and dark chocolate during the class.
BekTay
Charlotte, NC
Do you provide tours to show how the chocolate is made?
NashvilleBill
Brentwood, TN18 contributions
It's actually a small shop,not a factory. They serve many chocolate items. Well worth a visit.
allan154914
Edmonton, Canada1 contribution
What is the dress code for the restaurants?
Gina T
Seattle, WA60 contributions
Very casual in general. Be comfortable and you'll be fine. If you check out their website if they have one, or their tripadvisor profile, you can get a feel from the photos. There are a few that you can dress up a bit if you want.
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