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Santa Monica, California
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Founded in 1852, Ghirardelli has been crafting chocolate for over 170 years, making it one of the oldest continuously operating chocolate manufacturers in the country.
The company was named after its founder, Domenico Ghirardelli, an Italian chocolatier who immigrated to the United States during the Gold Rush.
Located in San Francisco, Ghirardelli Square was declared a city landmark in 1965 and is home to the original Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory.
The Ghirardelli Chocolate & Ice Cream Shop in Santa Monica serves their signature hot fudge sundae, a favorite among locals and tourists alike.
Ghirardelli is known for its bean-to-bar process, which involves controlling every step of chocolate production from cocoa bean selection to finished product.
Ghirardelli is part of the Lindt & Sprüngli group, which has committed to sourcing 100% of its cocoa beans through sustainable programs by 2025.
Visitors to Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco can observe the chocolate-making process through the factory's glass windows.
Ghirardelli conducts rigorous quality checks at every stage of production to maintain its high standards.
