The UK's first chocolate metropolis launches in Leeds

Foodie fans are in for a sweet treat as Hotel Chocolat launches the UK's first Chocolate Metropolis in Leeds.

The two-storey chocolatey haven, based at Trinity Leeds, will be launched with an exclusive VIP preview event on Wednesday 4 July and promises to provide the ultimate cocoa destination for chocolate lovers in Leeds.

Chocolate heaven

The Chocolate Metropolis is designed to be an exclusive space dedicated entirely to chocolate.

Inside it will house a Mega Café, serving signature hot chocolate and freshly baked brownies, along with a School of Chocolate, where visitors will have the opportunity to try their hand at crafting chocolate straight from the cocoa bean.

An ice cream hatch will also dispense 'ice cream of the Gods' directly onto one of the busiest corners in Leeds, on Boar Lane.

Infused with Saint Lucian Theobroma cocoa nibs, the ice cream is designed to provide heavenly flavours to those passing by, and is sure to be hit among those with a sweet tooth.

The metropolis will feature a School of Chocolate, where visitors will have the opportunity to try their hand at crafting chocolate straight from the cocoa bean (Photo: Hotel Chocolat)

A sweet addition to Leeds

Speaking of the new chocolate-dedicated space, Samuel Long, store manager at Hotel Chocolate, said: "Leeds was an obvious choice for our first Chocolate Metropolis, as there are many sweet-toothed lovers within the vibrant and bustling city centre.

"We look forward to our VIP event in July and to welcoming both new and returning customers to the store to try their hand at luxury chocolate making, or finding their perfect retreat with one of our signature cocoa-based drinks and ice cream."

Dan Wharton, marketing manager at Trinity Leeds, added: "The Chocolate Metropolis is a fantastic addition to Leeds, providing visitors with the ultimate destination to sample an array of irresistible treats and interactive experiences.

"Hotel Chocolat has always been a firm favourite for customers at Trinity Leeds and the luxury retailer complements the centre’s mix of aspirational brands.”