Business Details
39 Years
experience
Artisan Chocolates & Pastries Since 1987
LA Burdick Chocolate was founded in 1987 by Larry Burdick, a pioneering chocolatier trained in Bern, Switzerland. Our philosophy merges Swiss precision, French gastronomic artistry, and American creativity to craft chocolates where premium cocoa beans are the star ingredient. For over three decades, we have shaped every confection by handnever moldedusing time-honored techniques passed down through generations. Our dedication to quality extends to our European-inspired pastries, seasonal collections, and corporate gifts, all made with natural ingredients and meticulous attention to detail. With seven cafs in historic and vibrant urban centers like Boston, New York, and Washington, D.C., we offer immersive experiences where customers savor handcrafted chocolate mousse, bonbons, and desserts.Our seasonal creations, such as Thanksgiving chocolate turkeys and holiday stollen, reflect our commitment to innovation while honoring tradition. Every product, from our signature wooden gift boxes to our delicate Luxembourgers, embodies a legacy of craftsmanship and a passion for elevating chocolate into art. We pride ourselves on transparent sourcing, sustainable practices, and delivering confections that exceed expectations in both flavor and presentation.
Services
Chocolate Assortments
Drinking Chocolates
Seasonal Collections
Corporate Gifting
Artisan Pastries
Gift Cards
Chocolate Mice
European Cakes
Custom Chocolate Boxes
Caf Services
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 38 years of expertise in handcrafted chocolate techniques from Switzerland, France, and America.
- Our chocolates are shaped by hand without molds, ensuring unique texture and quality.
- We use only premium cocoa beans as the primary ingredient in every chocolate creation.
- Our seasonal collections feature limited-edition items like Thanksgiving chocolate turkeys.
- We operate seven cafs in historic and cultural hubs across the United States.
Services
Chocolate Assortments
Our handcrafted chocolate assortments feature an array of artisan bonbons, truffles, and seasonal specialties. Each collection is presented in elegant striped boxes or signature wooden gift boxes with wax seals. Perfect for gifting or personal indulgence, these assortments showcase our commitment to traditional chocolate-making techniques using premium cocoa beans.
Artisan Pastries
We create decadent pastries using European baking methods combined with our signature chocolates. Offerings include Luxembourgers, chocolate raspberry cakes, and fruit-filled tortes with buttery pastry layers and ganache fillings. Each dessert merges traditional patisserie techniques with modern innovations, ideal for special occasions or gourmet gift-giving.
Seasonal Collections
Our limited-edition seasonal collections feature Thanksgiving chocolate turkeys, Christmas stollen, and Valentine's Day specialties. These time-sensitive creations highlight regional flavors and traditional recipes with a Burdick twist. Available for pre-order to ensure timely delivery for holidays throughout the year.
Corporate Gifting
We offer customizable corporate gift solutions featuring branded chocolate assortments and premium gift crates. Our team works with businesses to create memorable gifting experiences that reflect brand identity while delivering exceptional chocolate craftsmanship. Options range from small tokens to large-scale executive gifts.
Caf Services
Our seven caf locations serve handcrafted chocolate mousse, premium bonbons, and European pastries in historic urban settings. Guests experience our signature 'Chocolate Mouse' dessert and seasonal specialties in an environment that celebrates our Swiss-French-American heritage and chocolate-making artistry.
Questions
What makes L.A. Burdick Chocolates different from other chocolate brands?
We shape all chocolates by hand without molds, using premium cocoa beans as the primary ingredient. Our techniques combine Swiss precision, French gastronomy, and American creativity.
Do you offer seasonal chocolate collections?
Yes, we create limited-edition seasonal collections for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Valentine's Day, and Robert Burns Day featuring specialty items like chocolate turkeys and stollen.
Can I order corporate gifts online?
Yes, our customizable corporate gifting options allow businesses to create branded chocolate assortments and premium gift crates through our website.
Are your pastries made in-house?
All pastries are made fresh daily in our kitchens using traditional European baking techniques combined with our signature chocolate craftsmanship.
Where are your cafés located?
We operate seven cafés in Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chicago, New York City, Walpole, and Washington, D.C., each offering immersive chocolate experiences.
