Aug. 28, 2025 By Jessica Militello

Chocolate lovers, get ready to indulge your sweet tooth without the guilt with Ridgewood Chocolate’s new era of innovative, functional chocolate that benefits the mind and body.

The chocolate factory and shop, located at 60-02 Catalpa Ave., is shifting its focus exclusively to unprocessed chocolate. The process was inspired by ancient Aztec traditions where cocoa was revered as a nutrient-dense elixir for vitality.

“We made a mistake seeking validation from traditional chocolate reviewers accustomed to overly smooth, standardized confections,” said Rubi and Constantine Kalpaxis, founders of Ridgewood Chocolate. “Our functional chocolate isn’t about conforming to industry norms—it’s about revolutionizing how chocolate supports wellness.”

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