Venchi: Torino Chocolate, Made with Two Pots Since 1878

Venchi is known for its rich chocolates, and the company has a story to match.

A young man from Torino

The story begins with Silvano Venchi, an ambitious, creative young man with a passion for chocolate. He grew up in Torino, the birthplace of gianduja, the sweet blend of dark chocolate and Piemontese hazelnut, and home to many fine chocolatiers.

Even as a teenager, Silvano loved to wander the old streets of his hometown, stopping with his eyes closed to breathe in the aroma of chocolate drifting from the traditional pastry-makers' workshops. Whenever he could, he sneaked into the kitchens to watch local chocolate-makers at work.

1878: two bronze pots

At 16, Silvano began as an assistant in a confectioner's workshop. Within four years he had saved enough to buy two bronze cooking pots, the tools of the trade, and had gained enough experience to try to make his dream come true.

In early 1878, the 20-year-old Silvano opened his own chocolate shop in the heart of Torino. With those two pots and his passion, he combined regional recipes and the finest natural ingredients, hoping the chocolate would speak for itself. It did.

Venchi today

Venchi follows the same time-honored recipes and is celebrated across the world for its artisanal chocolates, which still nod to Torino's gianduja. In keeping with Silvano's values, the company uses only high-quality, all-natural ingredients, without chemical additives or preservatives.

The range runs from spreadable gianduja to crunchy bars: rich, creative chocolate that is simply delicious.

Find Venchi at Eataly

Share Venchi with someone you love, yourself included, at the dedicated counters in your local Eataly. Venchi is also available online.