If the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, then the way to ours is definitely through chocolate. With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we're heading to these favourite chocolate shops to please (us both).
Daniel Le Chocolat Belge
Belgian-born Daniel Poncelet has spent the last quarter century making chocolate using only 100% natural ingredients – so go ahead and have that second piece.
1105 Robson St.; 604-688-9624; other locations listed online; www.danielchocolates.com
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
Share the sinful English Toffee Apple with a friend – they'll even cut it into manageable slices for easy eating.
1017 Robson St.; 604-688-4100; other locations listed online; www.rockymountainchocolatefactory.com
Chocolate Arts
This Kitsilano chocolate shop uses the finest ingredients from France, Belgium and local organic farms. And they weren't kidding about the art part: Their Haida Medallion collection is a chocolate reproduction of Robert Davidson carvings.
2037 West 4th Ave.; 604-739-0475; www.chocolatearts.com
Chocoatl
Cakes, coffee, luxe truffles and specialty hot chocolate are just four reasons to stop by this friendly sugar joint.
1127 Mainland St.; 604-676-9977; www.chocoatl.com
Mink A Chocolate Café
This downtown café serves over 30 ganache-centred chocolate bars, parfaits, chocolate fondue and Belgian waffles. Love S'mores? There's even a table hibachi available for marshmallow roasting.
863 W. Hastings St.; 604-633-2451; www.minkchocolates.com