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Gorgeous chocolates in a beautiful shop

Bennetts have the best chocolate everything (durr they’re a chocolate shop) which includes their sumptuous chocolate gelato. I love getting one of their rich choccy ice creams to accompany a cappacino. The mix of hot and cold, bitter and sweet is divine!

Nothing says I love you like chocolate and there’s nowhere more exciting to buy sweet treats from in New Zealand than choccie from Bennetts. It’s so tasty. I love it and I reckon it’s a great place to buy for Mum.

Usually a trim cappuccino girl I just had to try Hot Chocolate (Bennetts Version) - this is definitely a must try! Heated milk with a stir-your-own chocolate stick - I wont give any more away. If you are travelling through Mangawhai you simply must stop and visit. Beautiful chocolates from 42 Below Feijoa to Chilli truffles - Chocolate Heaven!

A chocolate list is not complete without mentioning Bennetts. These guys are the connoiseurs of chocolate and they have the variety to prove it. From the rather strange Chilli Truffle or 42 Below Feijoa Caramel to the impressive 3kg Ralph the Rabbit every tantilising bite will be melt-in-your-mouth goodness. I like trying the little truffles so I can taste a few of their unbelievably good flavours in a sitting.

Chocolate met coffee to make heaven on earth as a place called Bennetts. These guys do stunning boutique chocolates and have incorporated that seamlessly into their european chic cafe. Order a cappuccino and you’ll get a smooth rich sprinkle of chocolate on top. If you order a mocha or hot chocolate you get even more! It’s such a treat.

While you might normally stop here for their lavish range of chocolate Bennetts Cafe also have some of the best salads in Northland. You can sit out in their Mediterranean courtyard and select a salad from their cabinet. I think they change regularly but I had a brilliant beetroot, carrot and nut salad that was full of nutritious wholefoods. Then you can always have a sneaky chocolate or gelato after!

If you are in the area, Bennetts of Mangawhai should be on your list of things to do.  A delicious chocolate shop, ice cream shop and cafe.  You are spoilt for choice on what to eat.  The cafe has a lovely, relaxing feel with an outdoor courtyard area. The menu is not super cheap, but the food and coffee are tasty and worth the splurge.

"Locally grown ingredients, rare New Zealand flavours and a focus on hand crafted quality" and that’s from their website. Are you sold yet? These guys are professionals at making the tastes your tongue has been lusting after. Their ice cream is soft, delicious and flavourful. I always go for chocolate but that’s just because I’m boring, feel free to branch out with one of their fruity flavours which I hear is just as amazing!

The talented team at Bennetts can do no wrong, and the award-winning range of Zest ice cream is proof of that. The classics, such as vanilla or passionfruit, are a safe bet, while the more creative gingernut, pear and chocolate is also winner, or if you’re really feeling adventurous, keep an eye out for appearances from flavours such as bacon and egg or hot smoked salmon (I’m not kidding!)