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Sweet Winter Date Ideas

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Do you need a gift for a special someone? A gift to impress? Or maybe just a special treat for yourself? If so, head to Christopher Elbow Chocolates in the Crossroads. The shop is small, but the chocolates are mighty! Really, they are works of art. A custom box of four is $13, which is a little on the pricey side. But for a special occasion, it is totally warranted. And they are very tasty as well! We like to go on First Fridays when they offer select pieces for $1 each from 4:00 to 6:00. They usually sell out by 5:30, though, so get there early!

Annedore’s Fine Chocolates, located in the Westwood Hills Historic District, is a must-stop for chocolate lovers … and has been for more than 30 years. They specialize in handcrafted European-style truffles. They also offer caramels, toffee and bark, among other things. We sampled several truffles. Whatever else you decide on, be sure to get the Peanut Butter Dream, one of their most popular items, that’s truly just that. Dreamy. While you are there, be sure to look around the shop, as they have some great gift items.

Located on the Country Club Plaza is a little dessert shop called Sweet Kiss Brigadeiro.

What’s a brigadeiro you say? Well, it’s a type of truffle that is made from chocolate and sweetened condensed milk. It differs from a traditional truffle in that it is soft on the inside AND on the outside. Launched by a mother-daughter team in 2015, Sweet Kiss brings Brazil’s signature sweet treat to KC. With flavors like coffee, dolce de leche and crunchy strawberry, the shop offers a brigadeiro to fit all tastes. We sampled eight of their flavors and enjoyed them all, but our favorites were cookies and cream and dark chocolate with roasted almonds. Sweet Kiss also has other yummy baked goods like tarts and brownies.

Since 1955, Andre’s has been churning out delicious Swiss chocolate. And of all the chocolate places in KC, it is our favorite. When you walk in the front doors of their flagship store on the Plaza, you find yourself in the chocolate shop. The cases beckon to you with their pastries, cakes, quiches and chocolates. Then, the shelves and shelves of packaged goodies call to you. It’s hard to know where to look first. They also have a separate tea room beyond the store, where they serve breakfast and lunch. We recommend having the prix fixe lunch, which includes a drink, entree, two sides and dessert. Their chicken salad sandwich and quiche Lorraine are solid choices. And you absolutely must try the chocolate raspberry pastry and the leckerli cookies, made from a centuries-old recipe from Basel, Switzerland.

Hannah Berry is a freelance writer who lives in the Northland with her husband. They love to explore Kansas City and try new restaurants and activities. Check out her Facebook page, Out & About in KC.

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