About
Maria Teresa Gomez is the founder and creative force behind Casa Chocolate, a San Diego artisan dessert company known for handcrafted chocolate creations, signature caramel apples, gourmet chocolate-covered strawberries, custom cake pops, branded corporate treats with edible logos, her famous pistachio cake, and elegant handcrafted desserts. A self-taught chocolatier, award-winning author, public speaker, and entrepreneur, Maria combines creativity, storytelling, and exceptional flavor to create unforgettable culinary experiences. She is the author of the award-winning book “Gourmet Apples and More” and enjoys sharing her passion through interactive chocolate workshops and speaking engagements that inspire creativity, entrepreneurship, and meaningful connection. Maria believes dessert is more than something sweet, it is an experience that creates connection, sparks conversation, and brings people together. Her mission is to inspire joy, creativity, and community, one handcrafted dessert experience at a time.
