Top Chocolate Spots in New Zealand

"When I feel like being decadent, nothing beats a visit to one of Auckland’s most famous chocolate shops in Devonport. The heavenly aroma of cocoa wafts through my nostrils from the moment I step out of my car and no matter what time of year, I fall head over heels for their mouth-watering, gooey truffles. They are the definition of goodness! They create chocolate in every shape and form and, if you’ve got a chocolate lover in the family, there’s no better place to go for a gift."

"A good mate of mine told me I hadn’t lived until I’d taking a trip to the Chocolate Boutique Cafe (once visited by then-US President Bill Clinton) and tried their chilli Italian denso, a thick hot chocolate that literally got my mouth watering before I’d even had a chance to taste it. The experience is like travelling to chocolate heaven but with a real zing. My companion tried the Mexican spice version and considered it to be just as delicious. This will be one of my go-to places come winter."

"Nestled on the North Shore, I was already taken by the name of this awesome little local before I’d even had the chance to try it. And once inside I couldn’t believe the incredible range on offer. You can sit in and enjoy coffee and chocolate (which of course I did!) but I also love that you can come here to stock up on sugary supplies. They even sell top-quality cooking chocolate. Another incredible Auckland paradise for choc-fiends."