Côte d'Or Milk Chocolate with Hazelnuts and Sea Salt

Côte d'Or is one of the most iconic Belgian chocolate brands, founded in 1883 by Charles Neuhaus. Its name, French for 'Gold Coast,' refers to the modern-day Ghana, which was the primary source of its cocoa beans. The brand's signature elephant logo has since become a global symbol of high-quality, intense chocolate craftsmanship.

While the brand maintains its historical identity as a premier Belgian chocolatier, it is now part of a large global snacking network. The chocolate is famously associated with the Belgian town of Halle, though manufacturing occurs across multiple European facilities to meet international demand. In the late 20th century, the brand underwent several corporate transitions, eventually becoming part of the multinational portfolio of Mondelez International.

Today, Côte d'Or is owned by Mondelez International, a global leader in snacks and confectionery based in the United States. Despite its American corporate ownership, the brand's production and marketing are still heavily centered in Europe, specifically catering to the Benelux market (Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg) where it holds a dominant market share.