Sweet Strategy: East Grinstead’s Chocolate Lodge Launches Handcrafted Chocolate Board Game Sets

East Grinstead, UK – June 12, 2025 – In a delectable fusion of culinary art and classic gaming, Chocolate Lodge, an artisan chocolatier based in East Grinstead, has unveiled its latest creation: the handmade chocolate board game. These deliciously detailed sets offer an edible twist on traditional games, available in chess, dominoes, or dice versions—all handcrafted entirely from chocolate.

Blending the timeless joy of board games with the indulgence of fine chocolate, Chocolate Lodge’s chocolate board games are a one-of-a-kind experience. Whether you’re a strategic thinker or a chocoholic, these edible games are a feast for both the mind and the palate.

Handcrafted in East Grinstead

Chocolate Lodge is a family-run business proudly rooted in East Grinstead, where they have built a loyal following through their dedication to premium ingredients and artistic presentation. Each chocolate board game is carefully handmade using ethically sourced cocoa and high-grade chocolate, offered in milk, dark, or white varieties. Vegan options are also available, ensuring an inclusive experience for all chocolate lovers.

“We wanted to create something that brings people together—something memorable,” explains Emma Wallace, head chocolatier at Chocolate Lodge. “With our chocolate board games, you can challenge a friend to chess, play a round of dominoes, or roll the dice—then eat the results!”

Each set is moulded and decorated by hand, making every board game set a unique and luxurious gift. The game components—whether chess pieces, domino tiles, or dice—are all fully edible and visually stunning.

Play, Then Eat

The concept is simple: play your favourite classic game, and once you’re done, break it apart and indulge. The chess set includes a full chocolate board and intricately shaped pieces, while the dominoes set offers 28 individually marked tiles in perfect proportion. The dice game includes a chocolate game board and six-sided chocolate dice, great for family games or party fun.

Each set is designed to be fully functional before it becomes a delicious treat. For those who want to keep the fun going, Chocolate Lodge also offers refill kits, allowing customers to enjoy the gameplay without purchasing a full new set.

The Perfect Gift for Any Occasion

The chocolate board game sets have quickly become popular for birthdays, holidays, weddings, and corporate gifting. They’re ideal for dinner parties, family nights, and unique team-building experiences.

With the rising popularity of experiential and food-based gifts, Chocolate Lodge’s offering is hitting all the right notes. Online interest in the “chocolate board game” trend has surged, and Chocolate Lodge is now shipping across the UK with growing international inquiries.

“We thought it might be a fun seasonal item,” says Wallace, “but it’s become a top seller all year round.”

Supporting Local Craftsmanship

By purchasing from Chocolate Lodge, customers are supporting a local East Grinstead business that champions sustainable, small-batch production. All packaging used is recyclable or biodegradable, and the company maintains fair trade practices with their suppliers.

Visitors are welcome to tour the Chocolate Lodge workshop in East Grinstead, where they can watch the chocolate board games being made and even take part in chocolate-making classes and tastings.

How to Order

Chocolate board games—available in chess, dominoes, or dice styles—can be purchased directly from Chocolate Lodge’s East Grinstead shop or ordered online through their official website. Customised versions are also available for special occasions and corporate orders.

Whether you’re looking to outwit your opponent in edible chess, challenge friends with chocolate dominoes, or simply roll the dice on dessert, the chocolate board game from Chocolate Lodge offers a truly unforgettable (and delicious) experience.