In 2012, Dan and Jael’s dream of becoming bean-to-bar chocolate makers was realized, and they opened French Broad Chocolate Factory & Tasting Room. Intent on nurturing connections to the source, French Broad Chocolate began sourcing cacao from trusted farmers and transforming it into fine chocolate, which continues to this day. The flavors of cacao, paired with ingredients thoughtfully selected for their integrity, provide inspiration for a compendium of confections and desserts, which are humbly served to our patrons in Asheville and beyond.
But the tiny chocolate empire continues to expand! In 2018, the factory on Buxton was moved to the Ramp Studios near UNC Asheville – offering 14,000 square feet of space and the ability to churn out nearly 50 tons of chocolate each year! The now vacant factory on Buxton is in the process of being transformed into French Broad Chocolates’ very own creamery – a dedicated spot to building, experimenting, and serving locally-sourced and inspired ice cream.