Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or simply want to treat yourself, you’ll certainly find something scrumptious at one of these five chocolate shops! Here, in this sunny corner of Spain, with its warm climate perfect for growing cocoa beans and sweet, fragrant citrus fruits – there are chocolatiers conjuring up delicious treats that will get every chocoholic’s heart racing. Spanning across some of Valencia’s most iconic neighborhoods and centered around traditional Spanish ingredients (think cinnamon, vanilla, and nuts), each shop has its own unique flavor. We have rounded up the top five chocolate shops in Valencia that must be visited if you want to satisfy your chocolate cravings during your stay.
Chocolates Valor
Chocolates Valor is one of the most beloved chocolate shops in Valencia, located in Plaza de la Reina. As mentioned on its website, “The story of Chocolates Valor begins in 1881, with Valeriano López Lloret as the founder and the main character of a lovely adventure.” Valor specializes in a variety of artisan chocolates made with traditional methods and recipes that have been passed down from generations. Their signature products include chocolate bars, chocolate-covered almonds, and hot chocolate. This is a must-try for anyone exploring Valencia and its history.
Trufas Martinez
Trufas Martinez is a family-run business in Ruzafa which specializes in truffles, chocolate bars, and chocolate Cuban cigars. As mentioned on its website, “We must go back to 1931 to find the origin of Chocolates “Hilario Martínez”, at which time the couple formed by Hilario and Antonia, decided to open a small chocolate shop on Ruzafa street in Valencia . They could not even suspect that, over time, it would become one of the most traditional and emblematic establishments in our city.” A box of truffles makes the perfect gift for the holidays or to bring back home.
Leonidas Valencia Bomboneria
Leonidas Valencia Bomboneria is a chocolate shop in Valencia that specializes in handcrafted Belgian chocolates and pralines. As mentioned on its website, “ Only very high quality ingredients are used to make Leonidas pralines: pure Belgian couverture chocolates, fresh butter and cream, milk cream, hazelnuts from Turkey, Morello del Perigord cherries, almonds from Sicily and oranges from Valencia, just to cite a few examples. Leonidas seeks at all costs to combine his heritage with contemporary values. For this reason, Leonidas regularly surprises the market by creating new products and new flavors.” There is a large array of chocolates to choose from including truffle boxes, chocolate bars, and liquor chocolates.
Utopick Cacao
Utopick Cacao is the perfect spot for chocolate connoisseurs. Located in Russafa, it offers a wide selection of fine chocolates made with rare cocoa beans sourced from all around the world. As mentioned on its website, “We are a team made up of Juana Rojas and Paco Llopis and we wish to transmit our passion for chocolate and make sure that everything about it is more fair and more transparent. We want people to enjoy the authentic flavor of chocolate and to enjoy unique gustatory experiences.” There is also an open kitchen where visitors can see the process of making chocolate firsthand.
Chocolates Xoco & Vero
Chocolates Xoco & Vero is an artisan chocolate shop in El Carmen that specializes in organic and vegan chocolates. Established in 1823, All of their products are crafted from ethically-sourced fair trade cocoa beans, giving them an intense flavor and aroma. Their signature products include cacao powder, cacao nibs, and hot chocolate.
Valencia is known for offering delicious chocolate, so be sure to try some when you’re in town! If you want to stock up on sweets to take home with you, head to one of the many local candy stores. To reach all of these delicious chocolate shops, rent a bike to cut down on travel time, check out this article on Jetset Times for the best rental bike shops to choose from. For more information about the best places to eat and drink in Valencia, make sure you follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.