You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who’s not a fan of chocolate. Whether you love the silky smoothness of milk chocolate, the rich taste of dark chocolate, or the creamy sweetness of white chocolate, there’s a perfectly delicious option for everyone. Can you imagine any place sweeter than a chocolate factory, where all of your sugary dreams come to life? Thankfully, Michigan is home to one such factory — and they’d love to show you around.
Chocolates by Grimaldi is located at 219 North 7th Street in Grand Haven.
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Since 2012, this sweet factory and shop has delighted visitors of all ages.
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Chocolates by Grimaldi prides itself on creating gourmet chocolates with all sorts of local, non-artificial ingredients. One look at their sugary options will have your mouth watering.
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The shop is especially well-known for its Chips ’N Chocolate, a delightfully unique combination of salty potato chips and smooth, rich milk chocolate.
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Intrigued by the chocolate-making process? You’re in luck. Chocolates by Grimaldi offers tours Monday through Friday for groups of all sizes.
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You’ll have the unique opportunity to watch the production of gourmet chocolates from beginning to end — it’s like your own real-life Willy Wonka experience!
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Learn about the earliest moments of a chocolate product’s life, which starts with a simple bean. A tour of Chocolates by Grimaldi is both informative and fun.
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Watch the experts at work with a glimpse at the on-site production line… and even taste a sample or two as the shop’s sweet treats emerge!
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Remember that iconic chocolate-eating scene from “I Love Lucy?” You’ll have the chance to see the shop’s 1950s-style enrober, just like the one used in the legendary episode.
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When your tour is complete, the real fun begins: peruse the shop and decide which heavenly treats you’ll take home. This is one sweet experience you simply can’t miss.
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Tours cost just $4.00 per person and should be scheduled in advance. For more information or to take a virtual tour, click here to visit Chocolate by Grimaldi’s website.
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