Long live chocolate

Three of my favorite syllables in the world: chocolate.

It takes zero convincing to get me into a chocolate shop, so a visit to Viva Chocolato! is just made sweeter by the company’s commitment to give back to the community. They support Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the Center for Child Protection, and they’ve raised $25,000 for more than 50 local charities in about two years.

As for the offerings, they make their own chocolate and import the rest from France, Switzerland, and Italy. If you’re aiming for an unforgettable date, go in the evening when there’s live music, order a panini with a salad and wine, and let the staff convince you a little dark chocolate every day is good for you.