Cocoa Wonderland, Sheffield

This lovely chocolate shop is run by friends Anne White and Kate Shepherd.The two met at Sheffield Uni and worked in the shop together before buying it and  teaching  themselves everything there is to know about chocolate, even taking off for cocoa-growing  Grenada to learn about chocolate from the grassroots.

The modest terraced shop/cafe is utterly charming; more choc than you can shake a stick at in the front, a cute vintage sitting room at the back full of sweeties old and new – a fascinating space complete with frilly lampshades and shabby chic furniture, whilst upstairs the chilled Cocoa lounge beckons, all muslin drapes and embroidered, be-jewelled cushions, perfect for drinking hot chocolate and munching on a cupcake whilst people watching on Eccy Road. An absolute gem of a place.