Chocolates are synonymous with celebrations, comfort, and nostalgia—but above all, they’re everyone’s favourite indulgence. Irresistibly delightful in every form, chocolates are the go-to gift, the ultimate mood-lifter, and a universal symbol of love and joy. Beyond everyday chocolate bars lies a beautiful world of decadent artisanal creations, celebrated for their diverse flavours and the origins of their cocoa beans, nuts, and fruits that elevate the taste experience.
Home-grown bean-to-bar chocolates are culinary masterpieces—rooted in origin, rich in flavour, and designed to melt in your mouth for a chocolatey experience you won’t want to miss. For a next-level indulgence, here are some of the best places to treat yourself:
Mason & Co
Crafted in Auroville, the experimental township in Tamil Nadu, Mason & Co was founded by husband-and-wife duo Jane and Fabien. It holds the distinction of being India’s first bean-to-bar chocolate brand. Their speciality lies in melt-in-your-mouth flavours and a meticulous chocolate-making process—from sourcing organic cocoa beans to crafting bars. These beans are sourced from farms across South India, including Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. An all-women team of artisans adds further charm to this venture, combining quality with care. With an impressive range of vegan, gluten-free, and soy-free chocolates—packaged elegantly—Mason & Co perfects the art of guilt-free indulgence. Don’t miss their bestselling flavours, including Dark, Bittersweet, Semisweet, Sourdough Sea Salt, Peppermint, Zesty Orange, and more.
Price: INR 385 onwards
La Folie
Founded in 2014 by Chef Sanjana Patel, La Folie is a true haven for dessert lovers and artisanal chocolate enthusiasts. With cocoa beans sourced from Guatemala and Ecuador, the brand offers an exquisite variety of freshly baked goods and rich chocolate bars. Its featured menu showcases indulgent treats like Maple & Chunky Almond Butter, Smoked Pink Himalayan Salt, Crunchy Cocoa Nib, Intense Black Jaggery, Sea Salt Caramel, and Ecuador Single Origin—making it nearly impossible to choose just one.
Price: INR 330 onwards
Soklet
A true tree-to-bar experience, Soklet grows its own cocoa plantations and produces ready-to-eat, decadent chocolate bars. As India’s first and only tree-to-bar chocolate brand, it offers a multisensory treat with a wide range of flavours—from 100% dark chocolate and 80% zero-sugar milk chocolate to more adventurous varieties like Spiced Bar, Filter Kaapi, Candied Ginger, and even Bhut Jolokia Chilli. To further enrich your palate, try their sourdough double chocolate cookies, cacao brew, brownie mix, and cake mix for an intense cocoa experience.
Price: INR 300 onwards
All Things
A thoughtfully crafted bean-to-bar brand, All Things infuses local, fresh ingredients into its chocolates, drawing inspiration from cities, moods, flowers, and places. Their imaginative approach takes chocolate to another level of creativity and nostalgia. For a unique flavour journey, try the Single Origin Malabar Dark Chocolate, All Things Barcelona, All Things Air, and All Things Jaipur.
Price: INR 91 onwards
Bombay Sweet Shop
Famous for its inventive reinterpretation of traditional Indian sweets, Bombay Sweet Shop brings a surprising twist with its signature Indie Bar—a delicious fusion of mithai and chocolate. Entirely vegetarian, the bar features layers of fluffy coconut, sticky pepper caramel, and melt-in-your-mouth patissa, wrapped in a chocolate shell. Celebrating Indian desserts with a contemporary flair, this place is a must-visit for those seeking innovation and indulgence.
Price: INR 195
Manam
Manam is a heartfelt tribute to Indian roots, based in Hyderabad and dedicated to ushering in a new era of Indian craft chocolate. The brand works closely with Indian cacao farmers to create chocolates that are both traceable and flavourful. Manam’s extensive range includes chocolate bars, cookies, spreads, bonbons, signature thins, and curated blends—each offering rich, bold, and imaginative flavour profiles. It’s an invitation to experience the diversity and depth of Indian cacao like never before.
Price: INR 350–400 onwards
