Move over Ghirardelli, Godiva, and Kilwin's, Makana Confections of Blenhiem, New Zealand is the epitome of world-class chocolate. Choco-holics have an exceptional understated chocolate source in New Zealand. 

Nestled amongst the Marlborough, NZ -- this chocolatier features delectable and mouth watering chocolate. From the complimentary hand out of white chocolate sandwiched between freshly churned. toffee brittle--to chocolate macadamian bark and velvety smooth cherry truffles, Makana's chocolate is unpretentiously self-indulgent. 

Between the chocolate samplings doled to whet the appetite and the visual stimulation of handmade chocolate in the works via an observation glass, there's no leaving this boutique without taking some indulging chocolate home or at least to the next destination.

For more information about hand-made chocolates and other temptations visit Makana Confections.

Holly Bentz (c) 2008 fruitionmedia.net