How To Begin A Chocolate Business

by Claire
(Okehampton, Devon, UK)

I have a fair knowledge of chocolate from working in a chocolate factory, but I just don't have the first idea on where to begin to make it a business venture.

Could anyone help me by telling me how to begin a chocolate business, please?

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Hi Claire,

Starting a chocolate business would be a lot of fun. What kind of business did you have in mind?


Were you thinking of keeping it small and working out of your home or setting up shop somewhere?


Are you hoping to sell chocolate online or just to your local area?


One option is for you to sign up as a vendor/seller in our online chocolate store. There you can list a few products for sale to start off and add more as your business grows and expands over time.


If you prefer to sell offline and to your local area only, perhaps you can make up some of your products and approach your local schools, hospitals, office complexes, etc.


You can approach each place by offering to supply stock for their staff rooms, break rooms, lounge areas, etc.


Most people are tempted when there are homemade goodies right there under their noses! :) Be sure to package your chocolate treats nicely and neatly and put a good price on them so that you make a decent profit.


Well, those are a few ideas to get you started. If you have more questions, use the comment link below and hopefully I or another visitor will be able to help you out.


I hope these ideas on how to begin a chocolate business online or offline are helpful. Wishing you the best of success!

Angie