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Berkeley, CA

Raising funds to support expansion with a second location buildout and equipment purchase for a Latin American-inspired artisanal chocolatier.

• Purpose of offering: Funds will be used primarily for working capital to build out a new location and purchase equipment.
• Strong cultural mission: Celebrates Latin American heritage and indigenous cacao roots.
• Experienced leadership: Family-run business with deep ties to the community.
• Growth strategy: Focus on new wholesale partnerships, public events, and corporate gifting.
• Sustainability focus: Plans to implement more eco-conscious packaging and sourcing.

Casa de Chocolates is raising funds through a bond offering to support the buildout of their second location and the purchase of new equipment. The funds will primarily be allocated as working capital to expand their operations and increase production capacity. This offering is intended to help the company grow its physical presence and enhance its ability to serve customers with high-quality artisanal chocolates rooted in Latin American traditions.

Casa de Chocolates is a family-run chocolatier based in Berkeley, CA, with a strong mission to honor the indigenous roots of cacao by using local, organic, and ethically sourced ingredients. The company’s growth plan includes securing new wholesale partnerships, increasing public presence through events, and attracting corporate accounts for gifting. Their commitment to sustainability is reflected in plans to refresh packaging to be more eco-conscious. The company’s leadership maintains deep community ties and a focus on cultural heritage while positioning for continued expansion.

Company Info

Casa de Chocolates crafts handmade, culturally inspired chocolates rooted in Latin American traditions, using sustainable and ethical ingredients.

Casa de Chocolates is a family-run artisanal chocolatier based in Berkeley, CA, dedicated to honoring the indigenous roots of cacao through handmade chocolates that highlight Latin America’s diverse flavors. Established in 2012, the company uses local, organic, and ethically sourced ingredients to craft unique chocolate products that celebrate cultural heritage. The business emphasizes sustainability and community connection, blending traditional Mesoamerican chocolate practices with innovative, modern flavor profiles.

Over the years, Casa de Chocolates has evolved from a pop-up venture to a recognized local staple with a loyal customer base. Led by co-owners Jesus Chavez and Linda Sanchez, both longtime contributors to the company, Casa de Chocolates continues to grow by expanding wholesale partnerships, increasing public presence at events, and targeting corporate gifting opportunities. The company plans to use funds primarily for working capital related to the buildout of a second location and purchasing necessary equipment.