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The Perfect Truffle is Made in Frederick

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A white gourmet chocolate ball with artistic black splatter designs sits in a dark paper cup, suggesting elegance and indulgence.

Randy Olmstead, Chef/Owner of The Perfect Truffle, creates hand-crafted chocolate confections in his Downtown Frederick location. 

In The City of Frederick, many local businesses make and manufacture their own products. From distilled spirits to dog treats, companies are choosing Frederick as a place to make their products and do business.  

Made in Frederick is a feature that showcases these businesses and their products. 

Randy Olmstead, Chef/Owner of The Perfect Truffle, creates hand-crafted chocolate confections in his Downtown Frederick location. This month, he shares his secrets for sweet success in Frederick. 

Q: What makes your product different or unique?

A:  First, we are the only chocolate shop in Frederick who makes their product in Frederick. Our production is done onsite. When you walk into the shop you can take in all the different aromas. Secondly, we utilize modern techniques alongside classic techniques in our chocolate making process which provides bright colorful geometric shapes with classic full bodied flavors.

Hands gently place a decorative sheet with colorful circles onto chocolates on a tray, conveying a meticulous and artistic process in candy making.
A hand holds a small, intricately designed red chocolate bonbon above a chocolate mold with empty slots. The scene conveys a sense of craftsmanship and delicacy.
Chocolate flows from a metal machine onto a conveyor belt, forming smooth, glossy mounds. The scene suggests an industrial chocolate production setting.
Hands arrange rows of glossy chocolates on a conveyor belt in a factory setting, conveying precision and care in a chocolate production process.
Rows of shiny, red-and-black spotted ladybug shells are arranged closely together, creating a playful and lively pattern that evokes a whimsical atmosphere.
A chocolatier decorates red, glossy chocolates on a tray in a kitchen, creating a focused and artistic atmosphere. Glasses rest on the counter nearby.

Q: What do you want your customers to know about your product?

A: Currently we have approximately 65 different flavors. Seasonal flavors rotate in and out. We constantly offer different flavors in our store. Each time you come in you will most likely see flavors you did not see from your last visit. We continually push ourselves to create new robust flavors and stunning appearances.

Close-up of chocolate ganache squares topped with chocolate curls on a white plate. The treats convey a sense of indulgence and elegance.
A display of assorted chocolates in a glass case, including colorful striped squares, round milk chocolates, yellow domes, and red squares, arranged in neat rows.
A bitten gourmet chocolate piece with ornate swirl patterns and pink accents sits on a marble surface, conveying a rich, indulgent treat.
A purple flower-shaped chocolate sits in a brown paper cup. It features a detailed yellow center, conveying an elegant and artistic feel.

Q: Why are you located in Frederick?

A: Frederick provided a great opportunity for a small business in its infancy to begin and grow. Proximity to DC, Baltimore, Harrisburg, and N. Virginia

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Q: What does Frederick offer a company like yours?

A: Frederick supports small business like mine.  We are not overshadowed by large global companies.

Quote advocating local business support, attributed to Randy Olmstead, owner/chef of The Perfect Truffle, over blurred chocolates background.

Visit The Perfect Truffle

25 N. Market Street

Frederick, MD 21701

Hours

Sunday 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 

Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. 

www.theperfecttruffle.com

Photography by Melissa Dryman, Fall 2016 Hood College Intern