Husband-and-wife chefs Daniel and Karniyati Kleinhandler founded Sugar, Butter, Chocolate after meeting at New York’s three-Michelin-starred Jean Georges. From their Brooklyn shop, they reinterpret childhood favorites with a chef-driven mix of classic and modern technique, including custom desserts for celebrations and sweets made for retail partners.
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
The Chocolate RoomFounded by performing artists Jon and Naomi, The Chocolate Room has been making chocolate desserts and confections in Brooklyn since opening in Park Slope on January 26, 2005. Its pastry team produces everything in the company’s Cobble Hill kitchen, including signature chocolate cake and handcrafted bonbons, with an emphasis on creative presentation and a welcoming neighborhood setting.BROOKLYN, NY
Whimsical SweetsFounded by Brooklyn native Esty Hirsch, Whimsical Sweets makes hand-iced cookies, French macarons and giftable CookieGrams from its locally owned Brooklyn bakery. Hirsch founded the company’s predecessor, Whimsical Confections, in 2011 and launched Whimsical Sweets in 2018, pairing intricate cookie design with kosher parve treats and national delivery. The bakery also teaches decorating classes and creates edible-image and other custom cookies for celebrations and corporate events.
Meyers ChocolatesMeyers Chocolates is a family-owned New York confectioner making hand-crafted chocolates, with every piece hand-molded or hand-dipped by Master Chocolatier Peter Calogero and Chocolatier Mary Meyers Calogero. Begun by Donald and Agnes Meyers in their Camden home, the business opened its first store in 1983 and now continues under their daughter and son-in-law. Meyers also creates personalized chocolate bars and gift baskets for occasions ranging from weddings to corporate events.ONEIDA, NY