definition
strict definition
chocolate shop
Related terms: chocolatier
A retail space primarily selling chocolate or other edible cocoa products, including candies, powder, or bulk chocolate.
A chocolate shop is a retail space whose primary merchandise consists of any forms of chocolate, including chocolate candies, bulk chocolate, chocolate powder, or any other edible products made from cocoa.
The merchandise need not be individually wrapped chocolates. Cocoa powder and bulk chocolate are included.
A sweet shop has a broader confectionery scope and expressly distinguishes chocolate shops. The primary cocoa-product specialization identifies this store.
