Choco Deli: Enchanting chocolate flavours from Lapland

In the heart of Finnish Lapland, Choco Deli redefines chocolate as an art form. This Rovaniemi-based chocolatier and café delights locals and tourists alike with handmade chocolates, artisanal breads, and creative gelato flavours inspired by Lapland’s nature.

Located in Rovaniemi’s bustling city centre, Choco Deli – known as the world’s northernmost chocolatier – blends the boldness and purity of Lapland’s ingredients with a refined European chocolate-making tradition. The café’s products are as visually appealing as they are delicious, from intricate chocolate pralines to vibrant gelato and fresh, house-baked breads.

Founded in the early 2000s by Jouko Rajanen, Choco Deli’s journey began as a personal culinary project. Today, it is a thriving café and chocolaterie that prides itself on turning chocolate into edible art with a uniquely Finnish flair.

The company’s first café opened in 2012, followed by another location in Rovaniemi’s Rinteenkulma in 2019. If you stop by for coffee, tea, or a special treat, Choco Deli’s commitment to quality is evident in each handmade product. Rajanen notes; “To us, chocolate is more than an ingredient. It’s a way to make life’s small moments special and big moments unforgettable.”

Beyond chocolate, Rajanen’s culinary vision extends to other flavours of the world, most recently through Restaurant Massimo, a Neapolitan-style pizzeria also in Rovaniemi. Known for bringing authentic tastes to northern Finland, Massimo offers a cosy complement to Choco Deli’s sweet and artisanal vibe, giving locals and tourists a well-rounded taste of the region.

For Choco Deli’s chocolate artisans, providing a high-quality product and service is a matter of pride. Its range includes classics such as pralines and ganache-filled chocolates, and the biggest source of inspiration is Lapland’s berries. “Many of our products change seasonally, and they are always inspired by local flavours – from cloudberries and bilberries to more unusual flavours like birch,” Rajanen says.

Choco Deli stands as a testament to the blend of Lapland’s pure ingredients and European chocolaterie craftsmanship. It is a must-visit for those who want a taste of Finland’s northern beauty – delivered in a sweet, artisanal form.

Web: www.chocodeli.fi
Facebook: Choco Deli
Instagram: @chocodeliofficial