Where can you find Chocolate Geckos, Salty Iguanas, Galapagos Turtles, and Chai Buddha Truffles? Right on Colvin. The Chocolate Gecko, the well-known Capital District confectionary has relocated to 21 Colvin Avenue. Since their grand opening Saturday co-owner Chris Migliaro says that the crowds have been queuing up for a taste of these idiosyncratically-named goodies.
The Chocolate Gecko was started eight years ago on Delaware Avenue by Lissa D'Aquini, who wanted to make award-winning gourmet chocolates using the finest ingredients and minimal packaging.
Migliaro and his co-owners Terra Stratton and Esti Zarza were lifetime customers of Chocolate Gecko, and stopped in often to grab the delicious treats, particularly the Kimodo Crunch candy. Then a year-and-a-half ago, the trio decided to purchase the candy company from D'Aquini who was looking to sell. Migliaro said the trio saw an opportunity, and looks forward to making this candy company into an even bigger success. The first step they took was to remodel the Colvin storefront and move the business to its more centrally-located location. "We're really excited to be here," Migliaro said. The next thing will be to revamp the company's website, Migliaro said.
The company specializes in chocolate dipped fruit, molded truffles, and offers handmade gift baskets.
All candy is made right on premises, and then sold at the shop and through mail-order. Chocolate Gecko is also available at local merchants like the Spectrum 8 on Delaware Avenue.
Stop in and visit their chocolate menagery at 21 Colvin Avenue Monday through Friday 11-6pm or Saturday 10-2pm. For more information, please call 436-0866.
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