According to scientific research, you’ll live longer the more chocolate you eat. Since I read that statement in a magazine last month I found myself eating more chocolate than usual. Earlier this year I joked about having to book two seats on the flight once I travel to London, because of all the chocolate I’d eaten. Fortunately my love for chocolate hasn’t gone that far — even though I’ve never had much self-control in this particular area.
I know you’re supposed to eat only two or three pieces at a time of that fine, dark chocolate with 70% cocoa, but sometimes I just can’t resist taking another piece, and another one, and another one, and before I know it I’ve finished a whole chocolate bar. (Does that make me a chocoholic?) Although, when I make a bit of an effort, I can feel satisfied with not more than a few pieces. Chocolate contains healthy antioxidants but also mucho caffeine, so a moderate intake is to prefer. Even if excess can feel good in the moment, it does more harm than good in the long run. But enough about that. Earlier today I wrote about three of my favorite chocolatiers at iwannagothere.com, a terrific site where independent travelers can share recommendations with each other, and I wanted to share them with you too.
1. Chocolat
Storgatan 54
582 Linköping
Sweden
If you ever find yourself in Linköping, Sweden’s fifth largest city, do visit Chocolat at least once. This chocolatier and café is located near the main square, across the street from a restaurant called Hamlet. Easy to find. Once inside, you can choose between various chocolate truffles, special delicacies, and different cakes and sweets. Don’t miss their hazelnuts in chocolate with coffee taste. 
2. Peter Beier Chokolade
Brogatan 44
Halmstad
Sweden
Another place worth visiting is Peter Beier Chokolade in central Halmstad. This Danish chocolatier makes some of the best truffles in Europe. Sit down in a comfy seat and order a chocolate drink, and don’t forget selecting a couple of truffles to bring home before you leave. They offer both milk chocolate and dairy free treats.
3. The Chocolate Society
32 Shepherd Market
London W1J 7
UK
When I moved to London in 2005 I discovered The Chocolate Society in Shepherd Market, Mayfair. A great location, especially during the warmer months when you can sit outside. I particularly recommend purchasing one of their dark chocolate brownies — perfect in taste and consistency, one of the best I’ve ever tasted. You can see my full reviews and photos in the guide Chocolatiers. And, if you aren’t already a iwannagothere member, do sign up to share some of your favorite places and find good travel tips for your next trip.
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September 5th, 2009 → by Erica Johansson
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