A New Chocolate Shop in Georgetown Will Sell Glossy Bonbons and French Butter Cookies - Eater DC
"A local pastry chef-turned-chocolatier who has worked at ultra-luxe restaurants in D.C. and New York plans to open her first retail store this fall in Georgetown. The store will sell Pearson’s intricately painted bonbons, sablés (French butter cookies), brittles, chocolate bars, and other treats." - Nathan Diller
"After working as a pastry chef at Marcel's in Washington, DC and Per Se in New York, Cordon Bleu-trained Ashleigh Pearson opened her DC chocolate shop." - Sophie Friedman
I was able to stop in during the soft opening right before the holidays. The owner was friendly and helpful. I got a small box of bon bons to give as a gift and a large box to share with family over the holidays. They were a big hit, the passion fruit white chocolate was the crowd favorite. I will definitely be returning to for future gifts and sweet treats.
Sonya Shannon
Google
Lux gourmet hand made chocolates in Georgetown. What a treat. A beautiful creation but even more important is the immense flavor packed inside every piece. The passion fruit filled piece is layered and is like biting into a passion fruit tart with a white chocolate crust. The Dar chocolate buttered Carmel filled piece is truly delectable. I picked the 4 piece box with the 12 piece of espresso flavored butter cookies. Yum!
Katherine Gandy
Google
Absolutely delicious! 8 of the 9 flavors my mom and I tried were fantastic (the almond & jelly was a bit boring), and I wish I'd gotten a second box regardless. Looking forward to visiting their "official" shop after the grand opening!
Cynthia Anthony
Google
The most exquisitely beautiful and delicious chocolates I’ve ever had! These gorgeous and scrumptious chocolates are perfect hostess gifts, bridesmaids goodies, gift for your sweetheart, mother, or just yourself. The outsides are beautiful and the insides are bursting with fresh, liquid flavor. Excellent all around.
Mason F
Google
I was initially surprised that another chocolatier would open so close to the famous La Burdick chocolate a few doors down. I am a long-time fan of La Burdick so I was a bit skeptical. However, Petite Soeur blew me away. They specialize in bon bons and their Sable cookies and both are INCREDIBLE. I first tried the Maple Walnut bon bon recommended by the owner herself. While this would not have been the initial chocolate I'd choose, holy cow. It was outstanding. The quality of the chocolates reminds me a lot of Stick with me Sweets in NYC. I immediately bought two 4-packs for gifts for Christmas and just returned yesterday to buy some for myself. La Burdick definitely has competition now and I would argue that Petite Soeur is winning!
Hang Le
Google
So sad that I didn’t realize their hours. I wasn’t able to go back for more. They were all amazing! I should’ve loaded up the first time but it was end of day and their supply was low.
Catie Miller
Google
We discovered this gem during a beer + bonbon pairing hosted by craft beer cellar (another great establishment). This is hands down the best chocolate bonbons we have ever had. May have ruined other chocolate for us. Despite this, no regrets! Go get yourself some today
Caroline Wilcox
Google
Didn't even buy a chocolate (they were sold out), but I had the best interaction with the owner. We had seen the shop on Instagram and were curious, so we poked in. Got the cutest mug, and had a brief but mood-boosting chat with the owner. Will have to come back for the bon bons, which look delicious.