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Artisan Chocolatiers, Handmade Chocolates
Monk Bar Chocolatiers
Artisan chocolatiers craft handmade chocolates with passion and skill, focusing on quality and creativity. These family-run, independent shops in York offer luxury confectionery with a personal touch.
- 7 Shambles, York YO1 7LZ, UK
- Tue-Sat - 10 AM–5 PM Sun-Mon_Close
- +441904634999
- 4.8 ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆(213)
The Story
Monk Bar Chocolatiers were established in 1999 by Ray and Liz Cardy, who opened their first shop beside the historic Monk Bar in the walled city of York.
In November 2002, they opened a second shop at No.7 The Shambles, coinciding with their son Alan joining the business. A few years later, Ray and Liz entered semi-retirement, closing the Monk Bar shop and moving all operations to The Shambles location.
All chocolates continue to be made on-site in small batches using luxurious couverture chocolate and only the finest ingredients.
In October 2020, Ray and Liz fully retired, and Alan’s wife Karen joined the business, continuing the family chocolate legacy.
What They Sell & Services
Handcrafted Chocolates
Small-batch luxury chocolates
Made using high-quality couverture chocolate
Crafted on the premises
Classic and inventive flavours
Chocolate Gifts
Handmade gift boxes
Seasonal and special-edition collections
Customisable selections
In-Store Experience
Freshly made chocolates daily
Authentic, family-run York shop
Traditional craft with a warm, personal touch
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