Cocoa Safari Chocolates — Local services in Madison

While in Madison, IN last week, I visited a locally owned chocolatier, Cocoa Safari Chocolates. Their chocolates are every bit as good – or better – than my beloved Ghirardelli. Their dark chocolate is rich and smooth. I bought a bar of it infused with chipotle peppers and it is delicious! It even has a little heat to it, which so often pepper-infused chocolate lacks. The bourbon balls had some heat too, though of a different origin. Wonderful! I gifted my daughter and her hubby dark chocolate covered espresso beans. The grandson had white chocolate with his favorite…baby sharks! Thanks to Barbara Bladen for her hospitality and recommendations! If you visit Madison, I strongly recommend a visit to Cocoa Safari. I’ll...

Beautiful little store with incredibly delicious handmade chocolates! We were celebrating my husband's birthday, so I went a little overboard. We bought: chocolate covered espresso beans, malted milk balls, a jar of cinnamon honey spread, and a large assortment of truffles and creams. I also choose three cold drinks from their cooler because it was a very warm day. The young woman who waited on me was not very talkative and didn't know how long the business has been there. She wasn't unkind, just rather quiet and focused on her work. Everything we purchased here was delicious, and we would happily return when we're next...

Wow! They make some delicious chocolates! I went in to waste a little time before a scheduled meeting time and came out with a bag of deliciousness. The glass-front display reminded me of an old time store, as did the atmosphere. I kind of went through the assortment of candies and got a variety. Every single one was a little bomb of chocolate love. Be prepared to leave a few bucks, as the price reflects the time and effort to make everything by hand, but it is truly worth...