Changing the world with chocolate.

Winter Shopping Made Easy

Search through our Winter Gift Guide to find the perfect gift for each of your loved ones.

Find us at Festivals!

We’re out and about in the community – visit us and other amazing artisans at festivals throughout the holiday season. Shop small and shop local!

Rochester Eclipse 2024

We’re preparing for the Total Eclipse with special chocolates and a phenominal event! View more information and get involved by clicking the link!

Local Collabs that Give Back

We teamed up with Imprintable Solutions for these printed shirts. All orders come with a “Mind Your Own Uterus” chocolate and benefit the Support Your Sistahs Fund.

About Us

Laughing Gull Chocolates, saving the world with unique truffles and chocolate confections. Based in Rochester, New York

Experience Our Chocolate

We believe that each time you eat chocolate, it should be an experience. Join us and taste your
way to saving the world.

Save the World All Year Round

Make saving the world, and having a sweet Laughing Gull Chocolates experience, a regular part of life.

Laughing Gull Chocolates, Rochester NY

Who We Are

At Laughing Gull Chocolates we craft high-quality chocolates made locally with transparently sourced ingredients.

Our experiences create curiosity about the complexities of chocolate and inspire connection to every hand in the farm to bar process.

The woman with the vision, Lindsay started Laughing Gull Chocolates in Rhode Island in 2014. Led by a desire to change the world with chocolate, Lindsay has taken chocolate confections to a new level. She leads her workshops with knowledge and experience from visiting various cacao farms and a drive for finding a sustainable way to bring this commodity to our community. Her palette for flavors is unmatched and her passion for our mission has only been topped by her love of her daughter and family.

It was Karla’s business acumen, love of community – and some serendipity – that led her to join Laughing Gull Chocolates. Before they knew it, Karla and Dylan had become a part of the Laughing Gull village, and Karla’s values and professional experience made her an invaluable team member. Her past managerial experience combined with her determination and passion for small women-owned businesses helped bring our ideals to life. Her values and resolve continue to advance the business forward, allowing for progress and more room to make the world a better place through chocolate.

Bringing a mind for numbers and a love of business, Allison has graced Laughing Gull Chocolates with her computing skills and charisma. After completing her MBA at the Simon School of Business, Allison held a variety of positions before finding her home at the chocolate shop. Driven by her desire to spend quality time with her daughter while continuing to grow professionally and make a difference in her community, she was a perfect fit. Her passion for creating and achieving the vision of a charitable, yet profitable, business has made her invaluable.

Enjoy Laughing Gull Chocolates all year round!

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Fresh Cacao Pod (Pre-Order)

$20.00

Pre-Order your fresh cacao pod to be picked up the week of 9/5-9/10.

Fresh cacao pods from Ecuador offer a unique culinary and educational experience, allowing you to taste and interact with this rare fruit commonly found only in the cacao belt. From its vibrant outer shell to the rich, aromatic beans inside, these pods are perfect for exploring the journey of chocolate-making while adding a touch of authenticity to your cooking adventures. Discover the unmatched flavor and cultural significance of fresh Ecuadorian cacao pods—an ingredient treasured by chefs and chocolate enthusiasts worldwide.

Special notes:
Fresh cacao pods are a rare delicacy, available for pick-up within 48 hours of delivery to our shop to ensure their premium quality. Refrigerated for freshness, these pods last approximately 5-7 days, offering a limited window to experience their rich flavor and vibrant essence. Upon arrival, we will email you with all available pick-up times, making it convenient to claim your order. Please note that shipping is unavailable for these unique treasures, ensuring they reach you in the best condition possible.