Irish chocolate with a French twist

Benoit Lorge was one of the finalists in the year's National Enterprise Awards

Chocolatier Benoit Lorge outisde his shop in Kenmare which is currently closed because of Covid-19 restrictions. Picture: Don MacMonagle.  

One of Kerry’s most impressive small businesses, Lorge Chocolatier, took its place among the finalists of this year’s National Enterprise Awards.

Founded by Benoit Lorge in Kenmare, the company supplies a wide range of chocolates and confectionery to gourmet shops, including handmade truffles, bars, nougat and hot chocolate powder.