We love Dorinda's Chocolates! They have been such a kind and consistent supporter of our work and…read morethe young people we serve. Their team recently welcomed our staff for a tour of their headquarters, and it was such a treat to see how much care goes into what they make. Every piece is handcrafted by their small local team, and you can feel the pride they take in their work. We also got to taste their seasonal Key Lime Pie Bonbon, which was incredible. On top of the tour, Dorinda's donated several huge bags of pretzels for our clients and staff to enjoy. Dorinda's has also participated in our But First, Dessert Gala every year from 2022 through 2025 and is a three-time winner of our Best Dessert Award, which says a lot because the competition is always strong. We are grateful to have Dorinda's as a neighbor, a partner, and a local business that genuinely shows up for the community. Highly recommend supporting this amazing local business and community supporter!

I saw that Dorinda's was having an open house and thought it might be fun to check it out, and I am…read moreso glad I did. I hadn't yet had a chance to try their chocolate, and this was an amazing opportunity to not only try a wide variety (mint meltaway, peanut butter cup, espresso bean, chocolate pretzel), but to also make some by hand! Visitors were allowed back into the kitchen, where we washed hands and donned gloves, and were then given a tutorial in how to dip and decorate dark chocolate salted caramels. Mine were not too bad (I'll keep my day job), but they absolutely tasted delicious. All of the chocolates had a very fresh and distinctly non-mass-produced taste. Dorinda's clearly offers high-quality candies, while also coming up with some amazing flavors like the rice crispies and the strawberry balsamic. (I got to taste the actual olive oil used for this, and I will have to pick some up next time I'm in Truckee). The biggest surprise was their cherry cordial. Cherries are my top 2 favorite chocolates, and these are absolutely the best I've had (better than See's, Godiva, etc.). Perfect blend of dark chocolate, tart maraschino cherry, liquid center, and the bit of fondant icing...and noticeably freshly made. Thank you Dorinda's for the opportunity to discover your chocolates and to get a glimpse into the magic behind these delicious candies. TIP: You can also pre-order and pick up your Frost Giant Creamery (small batch, locally sourced, made from scratch) ice cream here. I kept hearing everyone say, "Wow, that's good!" after tasting their Nevada Gold sample.

Full bar and nice champagne/wine menu. We had all-you-could mimosa. They even have optional…read morechocolate dipped rims on the flutes. The DJ had a great selection in English and Spanish. Folks were even up on the small dance floor. We are definitely going back!

Champagne and Chocolate was pretty great! When we first got there we were seated next to the DJ and…read moreit was a little too loud, but we asked to move and they accommodated us with no problem. The music was a good mix of throwbacks and newer songs which made the vibe really fun. I'd say it's a little pricey, but they definitely have unique items you can't find at most places and everything we tried was delicious. Also, there's quite a few seafood options which I love & are always on the pricier side! We shared the lox crostini bites, charcuterie board, and ahi nachos between 4 people and it was the perfect amount -- satisfying without being too much. Might go again this weekend! Can't wait to try more things on the menu & take pics this time!

First time at this location and it instantly my favorite!…read moreThe store is clean, well kept, organized and easy to find what I was looking for on the shelves. I also ordered a custom box and Erryn - she was an absolute gem! 10 outta 10 for customer service! Friendly, fast, helpful and just a sweet person. Thanks for making it such a great in store interaction! -gabi

I have been a See's candy customer for probably over 50 years. I regularly order around the…read moreholidays and they send me or give me the five dollars off your next purchase coupon Today I was in the store digging for my coupon. I couldn't find it and the sales person did not even offer to take the five dollars off, as they have in the past before I even presented my coupon. Disappointing that I spent over $100, and while it's my bad for not being able to find my five dollar off coupon. And whilel my previous shopping at See's, the cashier has always rung up the five dollars off before I even dig out my coupon. Nothing has obviously changed the culture See's and not for the better.

The desserts are Instagram worthy and is a must try. The service is great too…read more https://www.instagram.com/blackrockdessert?igsh=c3lqMWkwdDE0d3py

This place felt like Willy Wonka opened a milkshake bar for the Instagram generation…read more We stopped by Black Rock Dessert while looking for ice cream and instead found milkshakes on steroids. We ordered the Dust Storm: a vanilla milkshake with chocolate bits, topped with a giant blondie skewered dramatically on top, plus whipped cream, sprinkles, and chocolate drizzle. The rim of the jar was coated in marshmallow dip and graham cracker crumbs because apparently subtlety has left the chat. Honestly, the presentation was on point and exactly the kind of milkshake kids dream about. Which is why we ordered it. My tween declared it "the best milkshake I've ever seen in my life," and honestly, that alone made it worth the stop on our mother-daughter trip. Taste-wise, it leaned very sweet for me and didn't have a ton of flavor depth beyond sugar overload. But clearly the goal here is maximal fun and aesthetic, and they absolutely nailed that. It's basically a photo op you can drink. The shop itself was surprisingly quiet when we visited in the evening--we had the whole place to ourselves--but there were games to play while waiting for our order (we pulled out Pick Up Sticks, which transported me straight back to my 90s childhood living room). The ladies at the counter were also incredibly kind and patient explaining the menu and flavors to us. If you're looking for an over-the-top dessert experience your kids will talk about for days, this is your place.

Out of one of the large cookie we ordered but they gave us an extra cookie for the inconvenience.read more

The food was so good would absolutely get the cookies at crumble the pink sugar cookie smells good…read moreand tastes good to

I have ordered from her several times. Each time she is quick to respond, is open to my design…read moreideas, and offers suggestions on flavors and extras to give them flare. Now, the price is a bit steep, however, once you taste them you will understand why. Never have I ever had such amazing cupcakes! I am a lifetime customer!

Buttercream Bliss Gourmet Cupcakes completely exceeded expectations. I ordered the red velvet and…read morethe peanut butter cup gluten free cupcakes, and they were absolutely delicious. Incredibly flavorful, perfectly moist, and honestly some of the best gluten free cupcakes I've ever had. It's rare to find gluten free cake that people can't immediately identify as gluten free, but these were a total hit. Everyone raved about them. Thank you for such amazing cupcakes!

TukTukYumYum creates a fabulously unique (and yummy!) experience! They made the Italian themed…read morebridal shower that I hosted, unforgettable! Not only is the Italian Piaggio Ape adorable, but the guests were able to customize their desert (including guests who were dairy free!). The owners were amazing and added an extra sprinkle of joy. They even offered the bride's favorite Italian treat, the Affogato! Instead of gelato, they covered delicious vanilla frozen yogurt with espresso! Needless to say, the whole experience was Spettacolare!

Not an ice cream parlor. Just chocolates. The chocolates…read morewere tasty. Parking was ok. Big lot.

Chill store with lots of variety. Workers were nice and helpful. Very good tasting sweetsread more