Grumpy Chocolatier

Hi, I’m Esther, the chocolatier behind Grumpy Chocolatier 🍫 I realized I’ve never properly introduced myself here, so hi 🤍 I’m the one making, painting, and packing every bonbon you see. I’m usually in a quiet little chocolate studio in LA. I started making chocolate during the pandemic with no formal training, just curiosity and a lot of trial and error. My background is in fine arts, which is why I approach chocolate more like a medium than just dessert. I’m especially inspired by my travels visiting chocolatiers and dessert shops, bringing back ideas and ingredients, and turning those experiences into flavors that feel familiar, but a little unexpected. — 📍 Do you have a storefront? Not at the moment. I currently sell through pop ups, pickups, preorders, and limited drops. 📦 Do you ship? Yes, I ship all over the USA year round, with a short pause during the summer when temperatures are too high. 🫠 🍫 What kind of bonbons do you make? A mix of classic, Asian-inspired, and dessert-inspired bonbons. My favorites are the ones meant to feel like a full dessert in a single bite. — A few random things about me: • I tend to obsess over making bonbons that are almost too pretty to eat • I’m not as grumpy as the name suggests… unless something goes wrong in the chocolate studio • I travel mostly to eat and find inspiration • Ironically, I’m allergic to chocolate — Thanks for being here and supporting what I do 🤍

Aren’t these chocolates so cute?! Holiday Highlight Week #2: Meet @grumpychocolatier ! These chocolate treats were so delicious and I am just honestly in awe that every single piece is handmade! For LA-folks, @grumpychocolatier will be selling at Maum Market! If ya can’t make it, the chocolates will be available for sale on their website! For more info, check their link in bio and use PAK10 for 10% off your order! —— Disclaimer: Holiday Highlight Week is not a sponsored series and is meant to amplify the voices and presence of small businesses during gift-giving season. No affiliate commissions are taken from any of these videos.

🍫 Kinako crunch. Sakura milk tea. Black sesame. Yes, really. Spotlighting a brand new AKASSA maker and honestly we’re a little excited about this one. Meet Esther Park of @grumpychocolatier 🖤 Esther creates small batch artisan chocolate bonbons out of Los Angeles, handcrafted from shell to filling and blending classic techniques with Asian-inspired and dessert-inspired flavors. Thoughtful, playful, and made to be gifted. Or kept entirely for yourself. No judgment here. At Open House she’s bringing a curated selection inspired by her recent trip to Japan. The kind of table you leave with more than you planned. 🎟 Free RSVP — link in bio 🗓 May 16 | 11AM–3PM 📍 Whimsy Pasadena #pasadenaevents #ShopLocalLA #LApopup #thingstodola #LAmakersmarket

Pour, fill, seal… a little yuzu magic in every step 🍋✨ Creamy cheesecake with bright citrus, and a brown butter crumble. Soft, tangy, and just sweet enough. Desserts in one bite🍫🍋

Just taking a moment for this beautiful blob of yuzu pâte de fruit.

Excited to be part of @intodo.us this weekend! 🌸 We’re bringing our Mother’s Day x AAPI Spring bonbons, seasonal flavors thoughtfully crafted. Come visit us and explore alongside dozens of incredible makers. #InTodoLA #InTodoMarket

Black sesame bonbons nutty • roasted • not too sweet Spring in Japan collection 🌸

Our Mother’s Day bonbon collection ships this Monday🌸 Delicate, handcrafted chocolates inspired by Japan and made in small batches with thoughtfully sourced ingredients. Inside, you’ll find flavors like hojicha, miso caramel, kinako crunch, yuzu cheesecake, passionfruit mango,and black sesame. Each one layered, balanced, and meant to be savored slowly. A soft, sweet way to say thank you to the ones who make everything feel like home. Limited quantity. Ships Monday, May 4.

This week in the Grumpy Chocolate studio 🌸🍫 aka me surrounded by chocolate, working late and still loving every second. New recipes, made slowly and thoughtfully. I can’t wait for you to try them 🌸

May is in full swing 🌸🍫 This month we’re celebrating Mother’s Day and AAPI Heritage Month with popups all around LA. Our Japanese inspired spring bonbons featuring hojicha, miso caramel, kinako crunch, yuzu cheesecake, and black sesame. Made with a few ingredients I personally brought back from small shops in Japan, which makes this collection extra special. It’s been a while since I’ve released this many new flavors and I’m so excited to share them with you. Come find me and take a little piece of spring home 💕

Mother’s Day wrapped in spring🌸 A box of chocolate flowers made for the women who make everything feel like home. This Mother’s Day collection features Japanese inspired flavors crafted with ingredients we brought back from Japan from small local shops and makers. Flavors include hojicha, miso caramel, kinako crunch, yuzu cheesecake, passion mango and black sesame, crafted into bonbons that feel thoughtful and special. 📦 Orders ship next Tuesday A sweet way to say thank you to moms, grandmas, and every mother figure who deserves something special.

@grumpychocolatier is a Los Angeles-based small business specializing in handmade, artisanal chocolates. The brand is best known for its unique and creative flavor profiles, plus community engagement throughout the city. @intodo.us is a craft fair bringing visibility to the work of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) artists, designers, and makers. Join us on Saturday, May 9 for a Mother’s Day celebration from 11AM-4PM @suaysewshop in DTLA. ❗️One day only 🤎 90+ BIPOC makers 🎨 Community dye bath 👕 Free clothing swap 🎶 Music 🪡 Flash tattoos 🖍️ Kids crafts ✨ And more Free tickets now available.