Gearhart's 25th Anniversary Chocolate Open House | Charlottesville News

Gearhart’s Fine Chocolates, USA Today’s top chocolate spot, celebrates 25 years with a big open house in Charlottesville this Saturday—complete with tours, demos, free truffle rolling for kids, exclusive ice cream sandwiches, giveaways, and 20% off for all guests. The story began when owner Tim Gearhart and partner Bill Hamilton, who met as pastry chef and owner in the ‘90s, dared to believe a high-end chocolate shop could thrive in a smaller market. Their passion, sparked by a legendary chili-orange cinnamon ice cream, led to a thriving business—and even a sister brand honoring Gearhart’s Marine Corps roots. Come see how they turned a bold idea into a sweet legacy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f8472cabff8d8112