Gabriel Kreuther Restaurant

Chocolate elegance! There are so many variations of chocolate to choose from. I tried a sample of the pineapple coconut truffle and I was immediately in heaven. The texture was silky and the flavors were dancing in my mouth. A must for chocolate lovers!!

We've stopped in a few times over the last two years. It's a 'special occasion' venue because of the prices, but there's always something new to try, from the iced hot chocolate to the macaron ice cream sandwich to pear balsamic truffles. It's mesmerizing to watch the hand-crafted production in the workshop. We appreciate that the dark chocolate speaks for itself and is never over-sweetened, particularly for the ice cream and hot chocolate. The chocolate chip cookies are luscious too.

So delicious chocolate at the heart of 42nd Street. I didn't know there is a Two Michelin Star restaurant in that area and exquisite, delicious, mouthwatering chocolate next to it. I've tried the samples and this oh-so-good Chocolate Trifle Profiterole. Buy one. Have some. The flavor is balanced, not too sweet, not too bitter. It's just perfect. I love it! I told my friends about this spot. Well, you better check it out! Good quality chocolate that doesn't hurt your pocket.

OH MY! Where in heavens did I just take a right turn and land in Wonderland. I am a die hard Neuhaus fan. However I have found an alternative that uses the thinnest layer of chocolate coating to encase the best flavors of what you can locate inside. All in the size of a small eraser or something that can delicately slip under your tongue. I was coming back from my fave little incense shop and chanced upon this place. Decadence in glass cases is my view. I wanted to stay there all day. If it weren't for a dinner appt. I probably would have. My fave was probably the passionfruit one. The Dulce de Coco and Pina was a close 2nd. The Tahitian Vanilla was also heavenly. The mint was subtle and not synthetic. I can say that I bought 16 of them and have quietly consumed most but did choose to share with a few friends. They were VERY GOOD FRIENDS. I wouldn't waste this on someone who thought Hersheys was amazing if you get my drift. I can picture this as part of a bridal shower or baby shower gift. The place is immaculate and the people behind the counter seem very in tune with the product. A total plus. Definitely worth the price take of approx. $3.50 per piece. You don't need much, but you do need at least one. Enjoy!