Personal passionate and tempting. This is about the best service and delightful chocolates when I…read morefirst walked into the shop. Then the smell of coffee hit me and my taste senses were in overdrive. The coffee was a perfect interlude to the day and the chocolate choices amazing. Made with care it all complimented the ambience of being away from the main drag at Ivanhoe. Will be back on my journeys and no doubt will leave with gifts of chocolates for loved ones.

Easily one of the best Chocolateries in Victoria and possibly even all of Australia. Amazing…read moreservice, super friendly staff, and a very chill location! They weren't lying when they said this place is for the Chocoholics. Looking at how the Chocolate is made and where it comes from was really interesting! I also loved the atmosphere, super comfortable and not too big and not too small. As for the Chocolate, it was amazing. My favourite was the Chocolate Fudge, super nice, beautiful texture, and melts in your mouth. Overall an amazing experience, 5 stars.

The Chocolate Mill is the place "For the Serious Chocoholic." Seriously, it's on the signs. You…read moredrive by a big welcoming one, and it feels like you've reached this secret chocolate haven just off the beaten track. Come in and enjoy some hot cocoa. It's not what you'd find in any café or chocolatier. This bad boy is a traditional Belgian style hot chocolate. Sitting at the bottom of your huggable mug is pure smooth melted chocolate. It's different to try, but once you master the stir, then drink method, you'll find it to be the chocolatiest hot chocolate you've ever had. Reaching the bottom, you will want to finish every drop of this melted chocolate. They come in different chocolates, milk, white, dark or chili dark chocolate. That chili dark hot chocolate gets me every time. Besides the café portion, of course there are two gorgeous display windows holding all of the truffles. Both windows are the same, so pick one and start choosing. It's sold by weight, so go all out, who knows when you'll be back? Staff here are amazing with suggestions, if you have food allergies or prefer something specific (fruit/nut/crème) and they'll point you in the right direction. Besides truffles, they do have take home hot chocolate mix, and bars and giftables. You'll feel good knowing everything is made on-site and it's all fair trade. They do have a glass window that let's you see their kitchen operation. The demo video is good to watch as well, it doesn't go for long but gives you insight into how much effort goes into a single truffle. Plus who wouldn't want to watch melting chocolate become these gorgeous fragile creations? Some of their truffles take 2 days to make and can have different layers of awesome. If you are making your way to Daylesford, you should definitely go and check out the Chocolate Mill.

It was good visit. Excellent chocolates and great service. Good location but business hours do not…read morematch up with on line hours. The dark chocolate licorice was excellent. Nice layout for the store.

Beautiful shop carrying a lovely assortment of chocolates. Buy something! They offer you a sample…read moreat check out. Yum!

I've been staying at the Grand Hyatt when I visit Melbourne for 20 plus years now.While I've always…read moreenjoyed the property I've never been blown away by one of their welcome amenities. Its always been common stuff.Wine,champagne, nuts so so common chocolates etc Till this past month there was a small box containing 4 pieces of The Ministry of Chocolate praline samplers on the living room coffee table When I do consume chocolate I typically want the very best like La Maison du Chocolat from France I didn't think much could equal or top them but these are my new faves I purchased 150 dollars worth and only sorry that I didn't buy more They delivered them to me for free at my hotel within 24 hours beautifully & elegantly packaged The sad thing is I wont be able to get them unless I come back to Australia.Lucky for those that live in Melbourne they have a world class chocolate maker.It's astonishing that the quality of their chocolates haven't been reviewed here before. I was once impressed by Cacao also another high quality Australian chocolatier that I discovered onboard a first class Qantas flight to the states and certainly they are very good as well However my vote is for The Ministry of Chocolate easily one of the worlds best chocolatier.Its exciting to be one of the first to share the word Don't miss a taste test.They aren't overly sweet, light,understated and near perfection if heaven truly exists .The beauty of the outstanding ingredients almost makes tasting chocolate like its your first time. Everyone I share these with swooned in The US and Europe Can't wait to return and get more.I'd be afraid to ship them to the US so sadly I will have to wait for my next fix.Lucky Ozzies! :) Share these with your partner and probably anything could be yours in or out of the bedroom :);) Cheers

You can't go to Melbourne without trying Koko Black. Not unless you hate chocolate. Do you hate…read morechocolate? No? Then Koko it up

TO DIE FOR! ALL DESSERTS were impressive!!!!!!!! Excellent…read moreatmosphere, in the heart of Lygon street and all the action. Inside seating is very coffee house style; outside is so relaxing and enjoyable. My order was the chocolate walnut brownie- HEAVENLY. With a side of ganache and vanilla ice cream OMG. I was thoroughly pleased and impressed with this place- it stood out in my mind.

The Belgians are notorious for making good chocolate. What say you then to a chocolate shop that…read moresupplies handmade chocolates made by a real Belgian chocolatier (who operates under the name "The Chocolate Lover")? Since changing owners, the stall now supplies a wider range of chocolate than just that made by The Chocolate Lover, and all are very good. The truffles come in a variety of unique flavours and there are always taste testers on hand should you not be inspired to simply buy all of them to take home for later. Around Valentines day, he makes the most exquisite chocolate roses, painted to look like real roses. I'd be wary of giving them, because not only do they look too beautiful to eat, you might find yourself in a battle with your loved one to share it with you. Best buy two methinks. What I enjoyed most about buying chocolate at this cute little stall is that when I asked whether there was any gluten in any of the truffles, his offence was so caricaturish that I worried I'd be banished for daring to insult his wonderful creations. "Put gluten in chocolate? Why would I do that?"

I've been there a few times. IT IS LITTTTT!! Aka FIREE! It…read morehas real cheap things for the thrifty peeps. Personally I like the 20 cent gum. My brother love when I get them stuff. BUTTTTT...... my friend Katherine once walked in got a fright and cracked her phone! Omg! She ran away. Anyways get the spicy jelly fish. They are lit.

From the owner: We have a huge range of jWe cater for jelly's and jubes, lollipops and candy rocks, licorice and…read morenougat, chocolate and chocolate coated products, as well as raw, sugar free, nut free, dairy free and gluten free products. We cater for birthdays, weddings, baby showers, religious occasions, schools, clubs, businesses, special occasions, bulk orders, party bags, show bags, and Hampers. We also specialist in product branding via personalised wrappers and labels, ideal for commemorating special occasions and functions.

It is big, and does have lots of lollies, but don't expect quality for low prices. The quality is…read morebelow average at best and the prices more than what I'd expect to pay. There is no comparison in quality to what you get from name brands at the supermarket, the supermarket ones are so much better, and when on special cheap enough. Snakes are like hard plastic, teeth taste funny, milk bottles chewy and not nice for example. I won't be going back.

It really is a big lolly shop. It's right next to Andrew's airport parking which is handy when…read moreyou're travelling. I liked the signage out the front. Quite bright and inviting. When you walk in its a bit less inviting. There is a decent range. I found there were a few bags busted open and it could have been a little tidier to be honest. I did buy a few things bulk style (1.3kg's of chico's and snakes!). I didn't find it to be exceptional value for money, but it is cheaper than supermarket. The people working here were lovely too. I think it's worth a look if you're around the area.

Wow, this is how you know I'm behind in my reviews. I'm already three weeks past for this review :P…read moreSo anyways, I had just finished the wonderful time eating a burger when I saw a chocolate store to my left upon exiting. Chocolate? I love chocolate! So I went in and got some more even though I had got some earlier that same day HAHA. They have a WIDE range of chocolate that they put in a really small store. There are a lot of chocolate (white, dark, or milk - maybe even more) that's mixed with fruit (raisins, orange, strawberries). They have a wide assortment and my eyes only had about 3 minutes to look through everything, so I just got stuff that my eyes saw interesting. Chocolate covered strawberries, I believe they were milk chocolate. You get freeze dried strawberries with chocolate surrounding it. It's basically a malt ball with a hint of strawberry inside. This was one pretty good, better than what I was expecting. The strawberry flavor isn't a lot, but you can get it come out if you bite the chocolate in half. :P They had dark chocolate peppermint. PEPPERMINT. They have it all over as pieces and they're refreshing. It comes out of left field and you totally will enjoy it if you're a fan of peppermint :D The chocolate melted so this went in the refrigerator when I got back to LA (LA WHYYY) so I didn't get to eat this first D: Shoulda. Get it if you're a fan of peppermint! There was also 99% chocolate here. I'm assuming the person I got it for enjoyed it. ;) Totally would have gotten more if I had more time, or if I had more room in my luggage HAHA. On DeGraves, in case! The price for the three was 35AUD so the price is kinda high. I think.

Honest chocolate, experimentally executed, well worth visit.read more

Chocolate. Now that…read moreI have your attention let me introduce you to a family run chocolate company that started small, but now supplies supermarket chains and 5 star hotels. Before you ask, yes, they are Australian owed. This flagship store in Ivanhoe is where Chocolatier begin. Their factory has since moved but the shop front here has all the chocolate goodness that even the most die hard chocoholic could desire. Trust me I know. Their chocolate is of the highest quality. Cadbury who? You pay for what you get, and what you get here is a range of dark, milk, white and flavoured chocolates that taste amazing and well made. Chocolatier's Ivanhoe store offers all types of chocolate. From chocolate bars and individual gourmet pieces, to hot chocolate and iced chocolate. Chocolate in all shapes and sizes. At Christmas and Easter the season is celebrated in all kinds of ways! Bunnies and Santa's in chocolate form, sign me up! They also offer personalized chocolates for weddings, birthdays and parties and create gift boxes to the value of your choice. The staff here are friendly and happy to talk choc-shop. This store is worth the trip. If your a local chocoholic like me, get there now!

Have you walked into fancy chocolatiers and felt like your patronage worth only as much as the…read moremoney you spend there? Everyone loves chocolate but for $$$ each designer pop, you would save it for "special occasions "or "had a bad day" or even the "extra annoying people I need to drown out of my head by eating chocolate day". Well, chocolatier may not be the name you think of when you think designer chocolate. Maybe because you can find them in local woollies or Coles, or maybe because they are locally owned and produced. But these guys topped the chocolatier shop ladder for me if there is one. Why? 1. Their prices are lower than other chocolatiers without compromising quality ( you can still find your champagne truffles to solid buttons or bars) they average $1-2 ea. 2. They are established by 2 melburnian brothers 3. Service is 5* here. How many times have I popped in for a single piece of choccie, for $1, and without fail, the lovely staff happily wrap them with ribbon of your choice. I've never felt judged. 4. Variety - truffles, solids in shapes like tennis racquet, soft centred medium sized choccie to personalised packs. My hats off to this establishment, I believe this is what keeps their loyal customers back and back again. If you are ever in the area, pop in and you'll be surprised at what you find.