Alegio Chocolaté / Claudio Corallo PALO ALTO

Ferhat Babacan a year ago

Chocolate: 11/10 Service: 11/10 Crew: 11/10 My Recommendation: Smooth and Orange Chocolate For many, chocolate is simply a guilty pleasure or just a snack. However, the team at this location is determined to turn it into an experience and bring people together through real, high-quality chocolate. While trying all the chocolates, the stories they shared about how they produce their products and their journey were truly remarkable. It’s an experience worth savoring!

liyan a year ago

Alegio Chocolaté, featuring the renowned Claudio Corallo chocolates in Palo Alto, offers a unique and luxurious chocolate experience. The boutique specializes in artisanal chocolates made from Corallo’s prized cacao beans sourced directly from his plantation in São Tomé and Príncipe. The chocolates are rich, complex, and full of character, with each bite showcasing the pure, high-quality cacao. During my visit, the owner generously allowed me to taste a variety of flavors, each one more captivating than the last. He also shared fascinating insights into the history of the chocolate and the meticulous process behind its creation, which only enhanced the experience. The store itself is minimalist and elegant, with a carefully curated selection of chocolates that reflect the artistry of Corallo’s work. While the prices are on the higher end, the premium quality and the personalized experience make it a worthwhile indulgence. Whether you’re looking for a gift or treating yourself, Alegio Chocolaté provides not only exceptional chocolate but also an unforgettable experience that truly elevates the art of chocolate tasting.

Olivier 2 years ago

When he was living in West Africa, agricultural engineer Claudio Corallo found forgotten cacao trees on the islands of São Tomé & Principe. He had finally met with his destiny. And for more than 30 years now, he's been growing biodynamic cacao beans and making matchless chocolate - an inspiring bean-to-bar success. The shopkeeper was very knowledgeable, warm, and passionate - I believe a business partner, who was actually planning his next trip to São Tomé. He had us taste numerous samples, a fireworks of flavors. I loved the bar with Liberica coffee, and I also recommend the chocolate covered roasted coffee beans. The bar with sugar crystals is a mystery of powerful dark chocolate with a soft finish. They also had my favorite sugarless treat but hard to come by: raw (and roasted) coca nibs. Prices are high but you're paying for rare quality and it all goes to the producer and his team.

Vaishali C 3 years ago

We came across this place while walking in downtown Palo Alto. It's one of the best fine chocolates in bay area. They've free tasting and we got to try the hot chocolate. If you're a chocolate lover, this is a place for you! Just cocoa beans and you've an amazing chocolate.

Norika Edited 4 years ago

The beans themselves were amazing. but it seems they don"t know how to do the chocolate tempering(you would see the marble patterns on the chocolate surface). It causes the texture of the chocolate to be grainy. I feel like it's a bit pricey for the quality.