Dallmann’s Confections, an independent chocolatier, is well known for dark chocolate caramel squares with fleur de sel and handmade Mozartkugel sweet treats. Owner, Isabella Valencia, originally from     St. Gilgen, Austria, was raised in her family’s pastry shop in the small village which pays homage to Mozart. She has proudly kept the handmade traditions passed on from generations and uses no mass producing machinery in her shop. Insisting on the finest quality for her candies, her ingredients such as the chocolate and marzipan are imported from Europe. And there are always kettles of simmering chocolate and caramel on her stove which will be tastefully transformed into delicious bites of heaven. 

 Passionate lovers of chocolate and art will enjoy Isabella’s decorated truffles that change with the seasons.  A summery strawberry balsamic was delightful and the milk chocolate filled with vanilla bean tasted like old world creamy custard. Anytime is the right time to eat the elegant chocolates and they just happen to compliment wine, scotch and cheeses for an extraordinary event.

Dallmann’s Confections is located in Del Mar, California or through the Internet on the company website. Varieties of individually selected pieces, chocolate bars and cocoa mixes can be shipped and gift wrapped. The new techie presentation box resembles an iPad with light blue and white designs and tilts forward like the real iPad. Isabella ensures gift packages are nicely wrapped with a ribbon.

 Chocolate lovers may want to join the chocolate club and receive shipments during the year with unique assortments and discounts with membership. This makes a great gift for special someone, receiving decadent chocolates throughout the year to thrill their palate. Adventurers can learn how to melt, mold, dip and airbrush confections by attending Isabella’s classes at her production facility. Of course, there is always sampling in her Del Mar store.

Staying overnight in some fine hotels just might have a Dallmann’s chocolate on the pillow as a sweet way to say good night. That’s the pillow I want to lay my head on. 

Dallmann Confections

2670 Via De La Valle Suite A270       

Del Mar, Ca 92014

858.720.1933

 www.Dallmannconfections.com  

MLiss

I was bitten by the travel bug when I was 13 years old and took my first flight from San Diego to Los Angeles. As the years progressed and I gained more maturity and financial means, I sought opportunities to explore the world outside of my native San Diego. Europe calls my name over and over and I’ve explored many of the countries and of course, have my favorites which I return to as ofte...(Read More)