The Monte Family welcomes you to visit the home of Vermont’s most mouthwatering chocolates, fudge, truffles, and buttercrunch. Indulge in delectable treats, explore unique gifts and experience the magic of chocolate that will leave a lasting impression. Housed in a renovated old wagon shed, The Village Peddler is not just a chocolate shop but also a gift store featuring teddy bears & plush, Vermont specialty foods, maple syrup, cheddar cheese, preserves, honey, hot chocolate, homemade gelato and an array of delightful goodies.

The chocolates are made in small batches at our Bennington store, The Village Chocolate Shoppe and are sure to delight your taste buds. Shop our vast assortment of chocolates, fudge, gift baskets and chocolate themed items.

Discover Cocoa, the world’s largest chocolate teddy bear. Visit the Chocolatorium & explore the world of chocolate. There you will learn the origins & art of chocolate making as well as the history of cacao.

Several different programs are available at the Chocolatorium:

Program 1 – Visit to the Village Peddler and Chocolatorium Guests are invited to view a short film about how cacao is grown and harvested and how chocolate is made. Following the film, visitors are welcome to explore the exhibit and spend time shopping in the gift shop for delicious homemade chocolates, fudge, Vermont foods and gifts.

Program 2 – Chocolate Tasting Program This popular program includes a short film about how cacao is grown and harvested and how chocolate is made. Following the film, guests are led through a focused chocolate tasting featuring 7 different kinds of chocolate. After the tasting, guests have time to explore the exhibit and visit the gift shop, where the chocolates just tasted and many other varieties are available for purchase.

Whichever option is chosen, if it begins with chocolate…it ends with a smile!