How a 1923 chocolate house survived a century of Manhattan change
In short: Discover how Li-Lac Chocolates maintained its legacy in New York City for over 100 years. This video explores the balance between honoring heritage and adapting to modern tastes.
Li-Lac Chocolates, established in 1923, remains Manhattan's oldest chocolate shop. The business has survived decades of urban evolution by adhering to the founder's original chocolate recipes while simultaneously introducing new confections to stay relevant.
Today, the company operates six locations across New York City. While they produce modern favorites like truffles and butter crunch, they also maintain a massive inventory of over 1,000 specialty molds for holidays like Thanksgiving and Easter. All ingredients are produced in-house at their Brooklyn factory.
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