Knipschildt Chocolatier

Denmark-born chocolatier Fritz Knipschildt is one of America’s most acclaimed and adventurous chocolate makers, a true pioneer in the world of artisan chocolate. When he first started experimenting in his small apartment kitchen in Connecticut back in 1999, few American chocolatiers were fusing old European craftsmanship, intriguing avant-garde flavor combinations and state-of the art handpicked natural ingredients. For Fritz, it just came naturally.

At Knipschildt’s chocolate shop, his handmade chocolates and truffles start with the highest-quality chocolate he can source. From there, he incorporates some surprising ingredients, like tangerine and ancho chile, green peppercorn, pumpkin, elderflower and even fresh Italian truffles. Even the more traditional fillings (hazelnut ganache, garden mint, strawberry and lemon time) are refreshingly unexpected. They’re all delicious, and they’ll all bring a smile to your face. You’ve truly never had chocolate like this!