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Neuhaus (chocolatier)

Imagine a magical chocolate factory that invented the praline – that's Neuhaus!

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Neuhaus, Rain of Stars

Neuhaus, Rain of Stars

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Neuhaus (chocolatier) at Union Station in Washington, D.C
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Key Facts

Company Type
Luxury chocolatier.
Country of Origin
Belgium.
Invented
The chocolate praline in 1912.
Global Reach
Over 1,500 selling points in 50 countries.
Fun Fact
Neuhaus chocolates are so good, they are an official supplier to the Belgian royal family.

Meet the Chocolate Wizards!

Neuhaus is a super special company from Belgium that makes yummy chocolates, truffles, and even ice cream! It all started a long, long time ago with a man named Jean Neuhaus. He came from Switzerland and opened his very first shop in a beautiful place in Brussels called the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. This shop was like a treasure chest filled with delicious sweets!

The Invention of the Praline!

Guess what? Jean Neuhaus's grandson, also named Jean Neuhaus, invented something amazing in 1912: the chocolate praline! A praline is a yummy chocolate shell filled with creamy goodness inside. It was the very first chocolate that was filled with something special. Now, millions of people all over the world love eating pralines!

Sweet Treats for Everyone!

Today, Neuhaus chocolates are loved by people in over 50 countries! That's a lot of places! They have more than 1,500 places where you can buy their treats. Even though they sell them everywhere, all the delicious chocolates are still made in a special place near Brussels, Belgium. It's like a secret chocolate headquarters!

A Royal Taste!

Neuhaus chocolates are so good that they even have a special title from the King and Queen of Belgium! In the year 2000, they were given the 'Royal Warrant of Appointment to the Belgian court.' This means they are officially recognized as a supplier to the royal family. It's like getting a gold star for making the best chocolates ever!

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