
Forte Chocolates is NOT responsible for packages stolen or damaged after they are delivered to the address specified by the customer.

USPS has permission to leave packages at the recipient’s address if no one is there to sign for it. Packages shipped via Priority Mail are generally in transit for 1 to 3 business days based upon the destination and carrier volume. We do not ship orders on Friday or where they would sit in a USPS warehouse over the weekend. To protect the quality of your chocolate, we may hold your package for shipping until the following Monday to ensure minimal time in transit. USPS is our preferred shipping vendor and delivery days and transit times are set per their guidelines.
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All orders are shipped Monday-Thursday for 98xxx zip codes and Monday-Wednesday for the rest of the nation. We pack and ship your chocolates within 1-2 business days of receiving your order (subject to inventory availability) all orders received after 1pm PST will not ship until the following business day, at the earliest. In addition to hand packaging your order to ensure that your chocolates are handled correctly right from the start, we check the temperatures of where your chocolates are traveling through so that your little treasures don’t arrive to you or your loved ones in a melted mess! We go to great lengths to ensure that your chocolates arrive safe and sound. Hot Cocoas – within 3 months or enjoy by dateĬhocolate Bars – within 6 months or enjoy by dateĪll chocolates do not get better by age, so enjoy sooner rather than later! Truffles – within 1 month or enjoy by dateĬaramels – within 2 months or enjoy by date -Please do not store chocolates in the refrigerator as they will pick up scents (onion, meat, veggies etc.) and may bloom (develop a whitish appearance).Defrost by placing in the fridge for 24 hours then move to room temperature. If freezing, put them in an airtight bag then wrap tightly in several layers of foil. -Frozen chocolate will maintain its freshness up to 6 months.-Keep chocolate away from sources of strong odours as it absorbs the odours of food and other strong smelling products around them.-If stored in temperatures higher than that, the chocolate may begin to soften, compromising the appearance, texture, and flavour profile.-Always store chocolate out of direct sunlight in a cool dry environment between 64° and 68☏.The chocolates are most often still good for much longer than these listed times, but we do not recommend having them after their enjoy by date listed on the package as the flavour and quality may suffer: To fully appreciate the quality and flavour please enjoy our chocolates within the timeframe listed below whenever possible. We handcraft our chocolates daily in small batches from the finest, freshest, and all natural ingredients. For any questions you may have, please contact us. For all of our chocolate connoisseurs, we created a set of guidelines to help you enjoy our chocolates. Eat, drink, and be merry all season long with festive peppermint bark chocolate confections from Ghirardelli.Most people eat their Forte Chocolates right away and some want to store them for later. While these bars and squares may be limited edition, the joy they can bring is unlimited. Ghirardelli peppermint bark is a must-have for yet another time-honored holiday tradition: baking! Incorporate these delicious squares into your favorite holiday recipes to make festive peppermint bark chocolate cookies, cupcakes, and other treats. Our peppermint bark squares and snowmen are a favorite choice for stocking stuffers. Place a gift bag filled with a custom mix of chocolate flavors under the tree, or send good tidings with a thoughtful chocolate delivery. Chocolate peppermint bark also makes a wonderful gift option for friends, family, and colleagues. Serve them as an easy post-dinner treat, display them in a bowl during holiday gatherings, or hand them out as festive party favors. Ghirardelli peppermint bark squares are a perfectly sized treat for satisfying your sweet tooth and adding some seasonal cheer to any occasion. Decadent, slow-melting chocolate is layered with refreshing peppermint for a festive treat that is sure to make your holiday season merry and bright.


Make the most wonderful time of the year even sweeter with Ghirardelli’s best-selling seasonal flavor: peppermint bark.
