recently, many small shops throughout brazil opened their doors to an ever increasing customer base, fueled by a strong economy and high-than-ever disposable income.

in rio, chocolate has a special place in the hearts of the its residents - used in many cakes and desserts, chocolate ranks high among the gifts given for many special commemorations such as the 'friends day' or dia do amigo, mother's day, and especially dia dos namorados on june 12th, which is called 'valentine's day' in other parts of the world. 

one very popular store called  chocolates brasil cacau, is especially dedicated to the sweet with enough varieties of fondue and truffles to satisfy any palate, available at many locations across town.

similar in offerings and prices is the famous cacau show, which is a chain of chocolatiers present in rio and janeiro and across brazil.