Check out this unassuming, incredible neighborhood gem....and tell your friends!…read more From the moment you walk in, the upscale ambiance sets the tone for something special. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful--knowledgeable without being pushy--and they truly make the experience feel welcoming. Everything is made onsite. The chocolates themselves are exceptional: European-quality, beautifully crafted, and absolutely delicious. Whether you're looking for a standout gift or a personal indulgence, Francium delivers! Sure a bit pricey, but this is a chocolate experience. A wonderful treat. Will I return? Yes, please!!

Very unassuming in a business complex, but when walking inside, instantly transported into a…read moreluxurious boutique shop. The person helping me was so sweet and would really try to learn my preferences and gave me full size pieces to sample. Loved the Dubai chocolate flavor truffle. The texture!!! Some of the truffles I weren't wowed by, lacked a bit of mouthfeel? But others were yummy :) Service is 10/10 though!

This Sugarina store is located on the 1st level of South Coast Plaza. I like coming to this candy…read moreboutique because of the cute decor and the various packaged gifts for friends and family. Sugarfina is known for their iconic clear "bento boxes" and it is perfect for gifting (birthdays, weddings, or corporate events etc.). I also like how you can customize your own candy box, which is a nice touch when giving it as a gift. Staff is good and knowledgeable about the various falvors. The in-store experience is clean and modern. They do a good job about presentation and all the prices are clearly marked. Sometime they hand out samples for you to try so it depends on the staff. As for the cost, Sugarfina is definitely on the expensive side. You're paying for the experience, packaging, and high-quality ingredients that are in the candy.they do have sales but it's not as often. Right now their Hello Kitty collection is 25% off and they also carry a few Ube flavors so that's good.

If you're looking for cute candy gifts, this is the spot! It's a bit on the pricier side--some…read moreitems range from $10 to $60--but totally worth it for the aesthetic and quality. I picked up some Sanrio-themed Sugarfina candy here. Pro tip: sign up for their loyalty program to access promos and free gifts with purchase! (66/100)

Bella Sophia Chocolates has been an absolute pleasure to work with! Their chocolates are not only…read morebeautiful but incredibly delicious, making them the perfect addition to our VIP guest experiences. Every detail, from the presentation to the quality, reflects the care and craftsmanship that goes into their products. Their team is responsive, accommodating, and consistently goes above and beyond to help us create memorable moments for our guests. Whether for special occasions, welcome amenities, or personalized gifts, Bella Sophia always delivers a product that exceeds expectations. If you're looking for exceptional handcrafted chocolates paired with outstanding customer service, I cannot recommend Bella Sophia enough. They have become a trusted partner, and we look forward to working with them for many years to come!

Oh my...these are some of the best chocolates around!! The taste and artistry are amazing. Every…read morepiece is carefully crafted by hand!! I work at a hotel that has recently purchased quite a few of their creations for guest amenities and they never disappoint! Look no further for specialty chocolates...they aim to please!

Received a beautiful toffee clear cylinder package for holiday. Found tiny pieces of GLASS in…read moreseveral pieces. Absolutely terrifying to bite into hard scratchy glass. The first time I explained it away but after piece number 3,4,5. I gave up eating it. Whole package went in trash! Deeply disappointed. I didn't save the spit out pieces but be sure they were there.

B Toffee is spectacular! Super easy to deal with and even easier to eat!!! I highly recommend…read moredealing with Wayne! He's an awesome dude! Thanks buddy for all your help

OMG! What is better than having a delicious cup of honey lavender coffee at Nook!!!! My first time…read morehere for an 8am meeting. Traffic from LB was not bad as long as you are on the expressway... I was dreading the parking however, at 8am there is PLENTY of parking on both lots of "The LAB" that definitely put a smile on my face!! Get ready for a wait, not too long of a wait but if you are sitting down to sip your coffee there you probably want to put your stuff down on a table and then go order, there are only a few tables available Staff was great answering the questions I had 100% recommend you try it when in the area

This "dessert bar" is rlly just a vending machine . So the ambiance is not great, a little scary at…read morenight even. It's outside a taco shop so we were a bit confused if we were at the right location or not. It also took us way too long to figure out how to use the vending machine lol. As for the actual dessert, we ordered the taro coconut pudding and omg it was delicious. It wasn't too sweet and was made using fresh taro paste. It's definitely not a low calorie dessert but it's also not full of artificial ingredients and it doesn't make you feel heavy. It's light and refreshing! We definitely wouldn't come back at night but check it out during the day!

I had to find some local Canelés for a friend's birthday. I heard some good things about House of…read moreCanelés throughout the internet and decided to try. Sarah was a pleasure to work with, accommodating of my time, and did a great job with the packaging. The Canelés were a hit!

Delicious made fresh canelés! You must try. You won't be disappointed these are the best canelés…read moreI've ever tasted! Crunchy crispy on the outside moist soft on the inside. Definitely recommend! They make savory and sweet. The macarons are delicious as well. You won't regret your purchase.

This place is located within a shared kitchen. Ordering is very easy online to select a pick up…read moretime. We ordered the assorted box, which comes with 4 flavors. I like that there's a regular and also mini version. The packaging is very cute and the eclairs are super aesthetic looking, making it for a perfect gift. The eclairs themselves are delicious. I like the nuttiness of the pistachio. Each one has creamy toppings with variety of chocolate/nut toppings in addition to a creamy inside filling. The eclairs themselves were light and spongy in texture and a little on the dry side, but overall loved trying all the assortment of flavors!

They're known for their gorgeous eclairs (which are absolutely delicious and look amazing by the…read moreway - great gifts for special occasions) but also do custom cakes on request and I am here to talk about it! I've ordered 3 cakes from Baked by Maron and they all come in one way - supremely delicious! Just like their eclairs, each cake is a work of art, beautiful both inside and out. You can tell they take pride in what they do, even the packaging shows so much care and attention to detail. My personal fave is the Lychee Raspberry Rose cake with mirror glaze. The floral, tart and sweet flavors are perfectly balanced in every bite. I ordered it for my niece's birthday and it was the talk of the night! Oreo cake was also superb (hubby's fav). Rona the owner is such a sweetheart, friendly and very accommodating. Highly recommend if you're in the OC area and looking for something stunning and delicious - or just something to brighten up your day.

5 stars for hospitality, cleanliness and seemingly high quality products…read more I came across this specialty chocolate manufacturer and distributor today. They are located in Irvine on Technology Drive -- uniquely located and quietly tucked away among non descriptive office suites. Currently, they don't have a lot of merchandise in house. However, they have a robust e-commerce business. You can check out my pictures to learn more. In November of 2023, they plan to stock up this location more so customers can come and shop in person. I haven't tasted their chocolates yet, but they look delish and high quality. I have a box of their sugar free pistachio nut dark chocolate. It sounds so yum! Can't wait to try later this week!

Fabulous quality and great service. You can tell that they source their ingredients from the best…read moreof the best. If you are a dark chocolate lover, this is a must.