The Art of Piemontese Chocolate: A Taste of Northern Italy

Nestled at the foot of the Italian Alps, the northwestern region of Piemonte holds a revered place in European confectionery history. While Turin became a capital for chocolate making as early as the 16th century, it was during the 19th century—under Napoleon’s Regency—that local chocolatiers truly revolutionised the art. Faced with severe cocoa shortages due to continental blockades, inventive Piemontese artisans began blending precious cocoa with finely ground local hazelnuts harvested from the Langhe hills.

This genius adaptation led to the creation of gianduja, a velvety paste that remains the cornerstone of Northern Italian chocolate crafting. To this day, the region's chocolatiers rely on the coveted Nocciola del Piemonte IGP (Protected Geographical Indication)—renowned globally for its rich aroma, exceptional oil content, and gentle sweetness—to craft some of the most luxurious treats in Italy.

A Perfect Gift For An Italian Chocolate Lover

Indulge in the velvety richness of Piemonte’s finest confectionery tradition - Il Piemonte Goloso - A Taste of Sweet Piemonte. This Carluccio's hamper box brings together rich dark chocolate and toasted IGP Piedmont hazelnuts, offering an irresistible celebration of Northern Italy's sweet heritage.

Whether it's smooth, melt-in-the-mouth gianduja chocolates, decadent dark chocolate truffles packed with crunchy toasted hazelnut pieces, or light, crisp hazelnut biscuits generously coated in smooth dark chocolate, this hamper box is sure to make somebody's day.

What’s Inside The Small Hamper Box

• Gianduiotti Fondenti – Dark Chocolate & Hazelnut Gianduiotti, 200g The iconic ingot-shaped chocolates that define Turin’s chocolate legacy. Crafted with a blend of rich dark chocolate and silky IGP Piedmont hazelnut paste, each piece offers an ultra-smooth, melt-in-the-mouth texture.

• Tartufi Neri - Dark Chocolate Truffles with Hazelnuts, 300g Inspired by the prized black truffles of the Piedmontese countryside, these luxurious truffles combine dark chocolate with generously studded crunchy toasted hazelnut fragments.

• Croccantini - Delicate Hazelnut Biscuits Dipped in Dark Chocolate, 200g Delicate, light biscuits infused with fragrant roasted hazelnut notes and dipped generously in smooth dark chocolate for a satisfying balance of crunch and rich cocoa.

Whether shared after dinner alongside a shot of espresso or gifted to someone with a true appreciation for artisan Italian confectionery, this box captures the authentic spirit of Piemonte's sweetest craft.