A little bit of that Hot Rod Rumble… A little bit of that Ice Cream Jingle. Introducing the Chocolate Tofino Hot Rod. It’s a 1961 Ford Econoline Van Pickup that has spent a good amount of time between Vancouver and the Island. We’re not entirely sure of it’s origin, but 53 years is enough time to have seen some things. From now on it’s making memories in Tofino delivering Chocolate and Homemade Gelato. You’ll see it on Saturday Market Days downtown Tofino, assisting the Vintage Gelato Cart to the Village Green. For those out there that know vehicles, it’s got […]
Read MoreStainless Steel Picnic Pints for Gelato!
We’ve recently had some special Chocolate Tofino Stainless Steel Gelato Pints made up! They hold 16oz of our fresh homemade Gelato and keep it cool and ready to share during your adventure. Climb a mountain or enjoy a sunset boat ride and keep a nice Pint of Gelato waiting for you in your bag. The Picnic Pints are a Stainless Steel double-walled container with a bowl on top for sharing. When we personally tested these, we got almost 5 hours out of it. • Comes full of your favorite flavor of our Homemade Gelato (or a Giftcard for later) • […]
Read MoreTripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Chocolate Tofino is pleased to be honored with a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for 2014. Chocolate Tofino visitors have been keen to share their experiences with the TripAdvisor travel community. For the third year in a row, Trip Advisor has presented us with a Certificate of Excellence. We feel that people can sense the love and hard work that goes into crafting fresh handmade Chocolate and Gelato from scratch. We have such a great team and are pleased to see them honored in this way. Please share your love and excitement for Chocolate Tofino with the TripAdvisor community.
Read MoreEat this Bear to show you Care!
For the month of May, buy a Chocolate Tofino Bear filled with tiny Chocolate Fish and one dollar from your purchase will support Bear Conservation in BC. Great as a gift or a token of appreciation. Available in Milk or Dark Chocolate.
Read MoreThe Ultimate Chocolate Head Dip
Calling all Chocolate Lovers! Chocolate Tofino is proud to announce our newest offering: The Ultimate Chocolate Head Dip Have you ever wished you could dip your entire head under our magical spinning chocolate fountains? Now you can make your Chocolate Dreams come true! Choose from our two Epic Packages: The Essential Chocolate Head Dip This experience includes the magical Full Chocolate Head Dip in Milk or Dark Chocolate, your choice of a Chocolate Tofino Tee Shirt or Official Chocolate Tofino Shop Apron and two Professional Photos (plus take as many of your own as you want!) for the low price of […]
Read MoreWhat do Espresso Beans, Surfboards & Mermaids have in common?
There’s always new ideas and developments happening within the doors of Chocolate Tofino. New products appear, then quickly and quietly vanish in the hands of faithful aficionados. Here are some new items that we’re excited to add to ChocolateTofino.com Dark Chocolate Espresso Beans Dark Chocolate Espresso Beans featuring Tofino Coffee Roasting Company’s finest, freshest roast. It’s the best Coffee Beans in Tofino enrobed in our blend of premium Dark Belgian Chocolate. Chocolate Tofino Surfboards We’re proud to live in the Surf Capital of Canada. Chocolate Tofino Surfboards come wrapped in cellophane with a gold Chocolate Tofino decal and […]
Read MoreIt’s March and our Whales are back!
We’re excited that the whales are on their way back and the Pacific Rim Whale Festival is just around the corner! This March, buy a Chocolate Whale and two dollars from your purchase will go to support the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society anti-whaling campaigns in the Antarctic. We’ve got them in single color as Milk or Dark Chocolate and two color with White and Dark Chocolate. Buy them in the Shop or in our online store.
Read MoreIntroducing La Maya Truffles
Inspired by our time in Central America, our new La Maya truffle captures the rich and complex flavors that the ancient Mayans perfected. “Lots of people like spiced chocolate, however they’ve only eaten it in a solid bar with chili flakes or essential oils. I wanted to create a Chili Truffle that had flavor and depth that simply isn’t achievable in a solid bar. The focus for me, wasn’t on the heat but rather the well of dark flavors from the Ancient Mayan World. Each truffle is a fusion of 3 types of Dark Chocolate plus Chipotle, Vanilla, Cinnamon and […]
Read MoreRomantics Anonymous – A Chocolate Love Story
Being in the Chocolate Shop, we talk a lot about chocolate. Guests often bring us flavor ideas, the latest article they’ve read or on-topic movie suggestions. One recent film title is the French picture, Romantics Anonymous. It made us smile and was a joy to watch from start to finish. If you’re looking to cozy up with some frothy hot chocolate and watch a delightful movie, Romantics Anonymous is an evening well spent. Romantics Anonymous tells the story of Angélique, a gifted chocolate-maker whose uncontrollable shyness prevents her from acknowledging her talents. Struggling chocolatier Jean-René, who also suffers from a […]
Read MoreWest Coast Surf Museum Surf Market & Swap Meet
WSM Surf Market & Swap Meet – November 9th Come celebrate local Tofino Surf Scene with Surf inspired Art, Treats and long lost Surf Treasures. This West Coast Surf Museum event will be from 11am-3pm at the Marine West Motel’s Marina Lounge. Chocolate Tofino will be onsite with a host of chocolate, including our new Tofino Surf Bears. We will also be featuring Originals, Lithographic Prints and Postcards by Original Surf Art by Cam. As well as his Analog Photographic prints and Tofino Postcard Sets. Check out the West Coast Surf Museum
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