Peace by Chocolate opens Halifax store

Make it official: Nova Scotia’s most famous chocolatier has opened a new location in downtown Halifax.

Antigonish businessman Tareq Hadhad of Peace By Chocolate cut the official ribbon to mark the occasion on April 8. The store opened in March, however, grand-opening celebrations were delayed due to COVID-19 restrictions.

“At the beginning of this pandemic, when everybody was thinking, ‘This is the end of the world,’ we were thinking, ‘This is the start of a new phase,’” said Hadhad. “The pandemic has had negative impacts on so many businesses but we learned new techniques during this crisis about creating our best mindset to face it. It’s time to turn vthese challenging times into ways to grow.”

The new chocolate boutique opened its doors at

Queen’s Marque to continue the family’s journey of spreading the message of peace. The store reflects the

Syrian heritage of the Hadhad family.

In addition to traditional products, Peace by Chocolate has created a new line of artisan chocolate, handmade in Antigonish. The chocolate boutique adds new chocolate flavours, decadent hot chocolate, coffee, and handmade fine pastry. The shop is currently developing products and partnerships with local businesses across Nova Scotia.

“We will always be thankful for the incredible community support of Nova Scotians," said Hadhad.

Among dignitaries to attend the official grand opening were Halifax Mayor Mike Savage and Central Nova MP Sean Fraser.

PHOTO COURTESY OF APPLEHEAD Tareq Hadhad and his family cut the ribbon to officially mark the opening of a new shop in downtown Halifax. From left, Alaa Isam Eddin Hudhud, Sana Al Kadri, Shahnaz Naisa, Tareq Hadhad, Isameddin Hadhad, Omar Al Kadri, Ahmad Hadhad and Taghrid Hadhad.