Founded by Jennifer Posey in 2007, Hedonist Artisan Chocolates makes small-batch, hand-crafted confections in Rochester, New York, using classic techniques and locally sourced ingredients. Posey’s former career in Parks and Recreation informs the company’s distinctive aim: translating taste memories into chocolate, from familiar comforts to unexpected pairings. The Rochester South Wedge shop also offers small-batch ice cream, while sister venture Posey Letterpress supplies hand-printed packaging and cards for gifts and events.
Andy’s CandiesFounded in Rochester in 1917, Andy’s Candies handcrafts small-batch chocolates and confections, including its long-popular sponge candy, at its Hudson Avenue factory and storefront. Now in its fourth generation of family ownership, the company still uses many of the same recipes and serves the Rochester community through retail, wholesale, seasonal candy, and custom corporate gifts.ROCHESTER, NY
Niagara’s Honeymoon Sweets, LLCFounded in Niagara Falls, Niagara’s Honeymoon Sweets is a family-owned chocolate maker creating hand-poured confections and made-to-order gifts for weddings, businesses, and special events. Led by Mary Ann Hess, the company is especially known for its patented chocolate mold featuring a finely detailed embossing of Niagara Falls, as well as edible chocolate pieces personalized with logos or photographs. Its chocolates are made in small batches for local customers and shipped nationwide.NIAGARA FALLS, NY
DecocoaDecocoa hand-crafts fine chocolate in Rochester, New York, while also serving as a contract manufacturer for premium chocolate brands across North America. The family business builds its products around ethically and sustainably farmed cocoa beans sourced from around the world, and invites visitors into its factory through an experience center, tours, and classes.ROCHESTER, NY
Not Just Chocolate NYCHusband-and-wife chocolatiers Sergei and Lena Potekhin handcraft Belgian-chocolate gifts and intricate chocolate designs at Not Just Chocolate NYC. The family-owned shop opened its U.S. flagship in 2019 after years serving European customers; Lena trained at the Barry Callebaut Chocolate Academy, and the couple has earned awards in European chocolatier competitions. Now based in New York, the Potekhins are especially known for personalized chocolate cards, figurines, and event favors made by hand in Brooklyn.BROOKLYN, NY