Bittersweet Chocolate Cafe

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from lisa g on yelp.com

"This little shop in Rockridge opened in January 2005 and now I am pretty much addicted to it.

They have all sorts of bars - Scharffen Berger, Michel Cluizel, Amedei, Valrhona, Bonnat, E Guittard, Callebaut and several brands I have never even heard of before. Everyday they is a new "bar of the day" and they give out samples of that bar.

Also, they have a wonderful selection of truffles and individual chocolates from several different chocolatiers - not nut clusters, caramels and other standards, really creative pieces. My favorite is the little hearts shaped truffles that have a lime and mint flavor to the filling. The honey lavender truffles are also fantastic. I don't even know how to describe the peanut praline filled butterflies.

They have 5 different kinds of hot cocoa including one with a peppery flavor, heavenly chocolate croissants and other lovely baked goods.

Plus, there is a special feel this place. You can just tell if was a labor of love for the owner and it will quickly earn a place in your heart that could not be won by delicious chocolate alone."