The Art of Panning
Panning as a cooking method originating in the ancient east, initially to produce smooth small balls of medicinal herbs using the heat generated by friction. For confectionery panning to emerge,...
The Art of Panning
Panning as a cooking method originating in the ancient east, initially to produce smooth small balls of medicinal herbs using the heat generated by friction. For confectionery panning to emerge,...
Visit Us for Yakima Valley Spring Barrel 2026
Yakima Valley's annual Spring Barrel Tasting is happening this April 24–26th. Expand your tasting experience with a stop at Chukar Cherries, where we provide samples of our famous chocolate cherries...
Visit Us for Yakima Valley Spring Barrel 2026
Yakima Valley's annual Spring Barrel Tasting is happening this April 24–26th. Expand your tasting experience with a stop at Chukar Cherries, where we provide samples of our famous chocolate cherries...
National Cherry Pie Day Contest
See the handmade cherry pies our customers made using our Sour Cherry and Triple Cherry Pie Fillings!
National Cherry Pie Day Contest
See the handmade cherry pies our customers made using our Sour Cherry and Triple Cherry Pie Fillings!
International Women’s Day
Founder Pam Montgomery shares a short reflection in honor of International Women’s Day and the values that guide our work.
International Women’s Day
Founder Pam Montgomery shares a short reflection in honor of International Women’s Day and the values that guide our work.
Chipotle Cherries Heat Up the 2026 Good Food Aw...
Our Organic Chocolate Chipotle Cherries in the running for “Best Snack” at the 2026 Good Food Awards! We are proud to announce that our organic chocolate Chipotle Cherries have been...
Chipotle Cherries Heat Up the 2026 Good Food Aw...
Our Organic Chocolate Chipotle Cherries in the running for “Best Snack” at the 2026 Good Food Awards! We are proud to announce that our organic chocolate Chipotle Cherries have been...
Cherry Orchard Time in the New Year
What cherry orchard dormancy can teach us about rest—and how to savor winter and good health with a simple, naturally sweet treat.
Cherry Orchard Time in the New Year
What cherry orchard dormancy can teach us about rest—and how to savor winter and good health with a simple, naturally sweet treat.
Celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day
Celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day with Chukar’s 11 handcrafted chocolate cherry varieties, made with Northwest cherries and premium chocolate in Washington State.
Celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day
Celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day with Chukar’s 11 handcrafted chocolate cherry varieties, made with Northwest cherries and premium chocolate in Washington State.
Chocolate Cherries vs Cherry Cordials
Have you ever wondered how our chocolate covered cherries differ from the cherry cordials of yesteryear?
Chocolate Cherries vs Cherry Cordials
Have you ever wondered how our chocolate covered cherries differ from the cherry cordials of yesteryear?
2025 Merry Cherry Holiday Open House
You're invited to a special holiday shopping event at our Prosser flagship store! Enjoy in-store specials and the chance to get a free Chukar stocking.
2025 Merry Cherry Holiday Open House
You're invited to a special holiday shopping event at our Prosser flagship store! Enjoy in-store specials and the chance to get a free Chukar stocking.
The Art of Panning
Panning as a cooking method originating in the ancient east, initially to produce smooth small balls of medicinal herbs using the heat generated by friction. For confectionery panning to emerge,...
The Art of Panning
Panning as a cooking method originating in the ancient east, initially to produce smooth small balls of medicinal herbs using the heat generated by friction. For confectionery panning to emerge,...
Visit Us for Yakima Valley Spring Barrel 2026
Yakima Valley's annual Spring Barrel Tasting is happening this April 24–26th. Expand your tasting experience with a stop at Chukar Cherries, where we provide samples of our famous chocolate cherries...
Visit Us for Yakima Valley Spring Barrel 2026
Yakima Valley's annual Spring Barrel Tasting is happening this April 24–26th. Expand your tasting experience with a stop at Chukar Cherries, where we provide samples of our famous chocolate cherries...
National Cherry Pie Day Contest
See the handmade cherry pies our customers made using our Sour Cherry and Triple Cherry Pie Fillings!
National Cherry Pie Day Contest
See the handmade cherry pies our customers made using our Sour Cherry and Triple Cherry Pie Fillings!
International Women’s Day
Founder Pam Montgomery shares a short reflection in honor of International Women’s Day and the values that guide our work.
International Women’s Day
Founder Pam Montgomery shares a short reflection in honor of International Women’s Day and the values that guide our work.
Chipotle Cherries Heat Up the 2026 Good Food Aw...
Our Organic Chocolate Chipotle Cherries in the running for “Best Snack” at the 2026 Good Food Awards! We are proud to announce that our organic chocolate Chipotle Cherries have been...
Chipotle Cherries Heat Up the 2026 Good Food Aw...
Our Organic Chocolate Chipotle Cherries in the running for “Best Snack” at the 2026 Good Food Awards! We are proud to announce that our organic chocolate Chipotle Cherries have been...
Celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day
Celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day with Chukar’s 11 handcrafted chocolate cherry varieties, made with Northwest cherries and premium chocolate in Washington State.
Celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day
Celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day with Chukar’s 11 handcrafted chocolate cherry varieties, made with Northwest cherries and premium chocolate in Washington State.
2025 Merry Cherry Holiday Open House
You're invited to a special holiday shopping event at our Prosser flagship store! Enjoy in-store specials and the chance to get a free Chukar stocking.
2025 Merry Cherry Holiday Open House
You're invited to a special holiday shopping event at our Prosser flagship store! Enjoy in-store specials and the chance to get a free Chukar stocking.
Catch the Crush in the Yakima Valley
Planning a visit to Catch the Crush? Visit Chukar Cherries HQ in Prosser for complimentary wine and cherry pairings on your way to events.
Catch the Crush in the Yakima Valley
Planning a visit to Catch the Crush? Visit Chukar Cherries HQ in Prosser for complimentary wine and cherry pairings on your way to events.
Visit Us for the 2025 Great Prosser Balloon Rally
Experience the 2025 Prosser Balloon Rally at Chukar Cherries HQ. Enjoy sunrise flights, extended hours, and a mini hot air balloon photo op outside our store.
Visit Us for the 2025 Great Prosser Balloon Rally
Experience the 2025 Prosser Balloon Rally at Chukar Cherries HQ. Enjoy sunrise flights, extended hours, and a mini hot air balloon photo op outside our store.
Cherry Orchard Time in the New Year
What cherry orchard dormancy can teach us about rest—and how to savor winter and good health with a simple, naturally sweet treat.
Cherry Orchard Time in the New Year
What cherry orchard dormancy can teach us about rest—and how to savor winter and good health with a simple, naturally sweet treat.
The History of Chukar Cherries at Pike Place Ma...
Learn more about Chukar Cherries’ 35+ year history at Pike Place Market, from founder Pam Montgomery’s early story to our community support and Seattle-themed gifts.
The History of Chukar Cherries at Pike Place Ma...
Learn more about Chukar Cherries’ 35+ year history at Pike Place Market, from founder Pam Montgomery’s early story to our community support and Seattle-themed gifts.
37 Years of Sweet Success: A Founding Memory
Discover how Chukar Cherries began, from quiet walks in the orchard and a mission to naturally dry tree-ripened sweet cherries.
37 Years of Sweet Success: A Founding Memory
Discover how Chukar Cherries began, from quiet walks in the orchard and a mission to naturally dry tree-ripened sweet cherries.
Chukar Dads Share Their Favorite Treats
This Father’s Day, we’re spotlighting four Chukar dads and the Northwest cherry snacks they love the most. From healthy to sweet, see which treats fuel the dads behind the brand.
Chukar Dads Share Their Favorite Treats
This Father’s Day, we’re spotlighting four Chukar dads and the Northwest cherry snacks they love the most. From healthy to sweet, see which treats fuel the dads behind the brand.
Chukar Memory Contest: Your Shared Stories
Chukar fans share their most cherished memories involving our cherries—from first tastes to family traditions.
Chukar Memory Contest: Your Shared Stories
Chukar fans share their most cherished memories involving our cherries—from first tastes to family traditions.
2025 Chukar Cherries Photo Contest
See photos of Chukar fans with their favorite products and the winners who made it this year's contest a tie!
2025 Chukar Cherries Photo Contest
See photos of Chukar fans with their favorite products and the winners who made it this year's contest a tie!
Our Top 10 Best Sellers of 2024
Discover the most-loved treats of 2024! From chocolate-covered cherries to naturally dried fruit and nuts, see why these customer favorites topped the list.
Our Top 10 Best Sellers of 2024
Discover the most-loved treats of 2024! From chocolate-covered cherries to naturally dried fruit and nuts, see why these customer favorites topped the list.
Chukar Cherries & Pike Place Market
Discover the rich history of Seattle's Pike Place Market, the oldest continuously operating farmers' market in the U.S. and home to our storefront for over 25 years. From rustic beginnings...
Chukar Cherries & Pike Place Market
Discover the rich history of Seattle's Pike Place Market, the oldest continuously operating farmers' market in the U.S. and home to our storefront for over 25 years. From rustic beginnings...
Zero Waste Fresh Cherry Line
Nothing is wasted when we process fresh cherries during harvest season. Read more about composting, green power, and more!
Zero Waste Fresh Cherry Line
Nothing is wasted when we process fresh cherries during harvest season. Read more about composting, green power, and more!
Washington Wines & Cherries—And the Bees that S...
It's spring and we're sipping white wine and thinking about the honeybees that pollinate both the vineyards and orchards. Learn how honeybees are the hardest workers at Chukar Cherries and...
Washington Wines & Cherries—And the Bees that S...
It's spring and we're sipping white wine and thinking about the honeybees that pollinate both the vineyards and orchards. Learn how honeybees are the hardest workers at Chukar Cherries and...
Chukar's First Double Gold Award for Washington...
Our Proprietary Red Wine Blend 2019 was recently awarded a score of 96 points and the prestigious Double Gold Award by Washington State Wines. We are honored.
Chukar's First Double Gold Award for Washington...
Our Proprietary Red Wine Blend 2019 was recently awarded a score of 96 points and the prestigious Double Gold Award by Washington State Wines. We are honored.
Washington Wine & Chukar Cherries
In 2020 we forayed into the wine business. Learn more about why it just makes sense to add wine to Chukar’s repertoire.
Washington Wine & Chukar Cherries
In 2020 we forayed into the wine business. Learn more about why it just makes sense to add wine to Chukar’s repertoire.
Tasting Notes: Washington Wine Vintages 2018 vs...
We open two bottles of our Washington Red Blend 2018 and 2019 vintages to share some tasting notes with you.
Tasting Notes: Washington Wine Vintages 2018 vs...
We open two bottles of our Washington Red Blend 2018 and 2019 vintages to share some tasting notes with you.
How We Make Our Chocolate Cherries
Take a peek inside our Washington facility to see how we dry cherries and coat them in chocolate to create the chocolate cherry gifts you know and love.
How We Make Our Chocolate Cherries
Take a peek inside our Washington facility to see how we dry cherries and coat them in chocolate to create the chocolate cherry gifts you know and love.
The Moms of Chukar & Their Favorite Gifts
Mother's Day is a big deal here at Chukar Cherries. Founded by a mother of three in the 1980s, Chukar has a proud tradition of employing women. And many of...
The Moms of Chukar & Their Favorite Gifts
Mother's Day is a big deal here at Chukar Cherries. Founded by a mother of three in the 1980s, Chukar has a proud tradition of employing women. And many of...
Our Top 3 Chocolate Cherry Valentine Gifts
We've been in the business of gifting chocolate cherry Valentines for over 30 years, during which time we've learned a thing or two about what makes hearts flutter. Here are...
Our Top 3 Chocolate Cherry Valentine Gifts
We've been in the business of gifting chocolate cherry Valentines for over 30 years, during which time we've learned a thing or two about what makes hearts flutter. Here are...
"Cherries in the Spring" Haiku Contest
Each year, we invite our customers to celebrate cherries through haiku. This year’s contest embraced the beauty of spring, cherry blossoms, and Northwest orchards.
"Cherries in the Spring" Haiku Contest
Each year, we invite our customers to celebrate cherries through haiku. This year’s contest embraced the beauty of spring, cherry blossoms, and Northwest orchards.
"Where Do You Hide Your Chukar Cherries" Winner...
Every year we ask our customers where they hide their Chukar Cherries—see all of the clever pics and amusing stories inside.
"Where Do You Hide Your Chukar Cherries" Winner...
Every year we ask our customers where they hide their Chukar Cherries—see all of the clever pics and amusing stories inside.
Cherry Haikus & Poems
Read original cherry poems from our annual Haiku Contest. This year, the theme was chocolate cherries and love.
Cherry Haikus & Poems
Read original cherry poems from our annual Haiku Contest. This year, the theme was chocolate cherries and love.
See the Try Guys Try Our Chocolate Cherries!
Have you ever wondered what it's like to try a Chukar chocolate cherry for the first time? The "Try Guys" taste their way through Pike Place Market and stop by...
See the Try Guys Try Our Chocolate Cherries!
Have you ever wondered what it's like to try a Chukar chocolate cherry for the first time? The "Try Guys" taste their way through Pike Place Market and stop by...
Hiding Spot Winner Announcement!
Do you hide your favorite chocolates? Discover where our customers stash theirs! Funny stories and images inside.
Hiding Spot Winner Announcement!
Do you hide your favorite chocolates? Discover where our customers stash theirs! Funny stories and images inside.
Enter Our Contest: Where Do You Hide Your Chuka...
Do you hide your beloved chocolate cherries? We'd love to see or hear how you do it! Let us know and you could win your favorite three chocolate bags.
Enter Our Contest: Where Do You Hide Your Chuka...
Do you hide your beloved chocolate cherries? We'd love to see or hear how you do it! Let us know and you could win your favorite three chocolate bags.
Favorite Haikus from Our Valentine Haiku Contest
Read customer-submitted, original haikus that describe Northwest cherries, blossoms, chocolate covered cherries, and more.
Favorite Haikus from Our Valentine Haiku Contest
Read customer-submitted, original haikus that describe Northwest cherries, blossoms, chocolate covered cherries, and more.
5 Ways Sweet Northwest Cherries Power a Summer ...
Read how eating sweet cherries beautifies you from the inside out. Brought to you by Northwest Cherries.
5 Ways Sweet Northwest Cherries Power a Summer ...
Read how eating sweet cherries beautifies you from the inside out. Brought to you by Northwest Cherries.
Gluten-Free? We Have You Covered!
Did you know that all of our products except for baked goods are gluten-free? Chocolate covered cherries, dried cherries, cherry nut mixes: all made without gluten. Learn more inside!
Gluten-Free? We Have You Covered!
Did you know that all of our products except for baked goods are gluten-free? Chocolate covered cherries, dried cherries, cherry nut mixes: all made without gluten. Learn more inside!
About Washington Wine & Chukar® Chocolate
I’ve wanted to offer wine at Chukar for years for several reasons. Most notably, fine wine and fine chocolate just go together. A match made in heaven!
About Washington Wine & Chukar® Chocolate
I’ve wanted to offer wine at Chukar for years for several reasons. Most notably, fine wine and fine chocolate just go together. A match made in heaven!
Braised Elk Roast
Lean elk meat is a perfect choice for dinner this summer. We spiced up our evening by crusted this piece with herbs and braising in a local Washington wine. Finished...
Braised Elk Roast
Lean elk meat is a perfect choice for dinner this summer. We spiced up our evening by crusted this piece with herbs and braising in a local Washington wine. Finished...
Cherries & Wine—A Perfect Pair
Chukar Cherries celebrates National Wine Day with reflection on the Northwest wine industry.
Cherries & Wine—A Perfect Pair
Chukar Cherries celebrates National Wine Day with reflection on the Northwest wine industry.
Chocolate Cherries vs Cherry Cordials
Have you ever wondered how our chocolate covered cherries differ from the cherry cordials of yesteryear?
Chocolate Cherries vs Cherry Cordials
Have you ever wondered how our chocolate covered cherries differ from the cherry cordials of yesteryear?
Tart vs. Sweet Cherries: How to Choose the Righ...
Not sure whether to choose tart or sweet cherries? Learn the difference in flavor, best uses, and top Chukar favorites—from sour Montmorency cherries to juicy Bing and Rainier varieties.
Tart vs. Sweet Cherries: How to Choose the Righ...
Not sure whether to choose tart or sweet cherries? Learn the difference in flavor, best uses, and top Chukar favorites—from sour Montmorency cherries to juicy Bing and Rainier varieties.
Keep Your Summer Glow This Winter with Cherries
Frozen and dried cherries can support your health and wellness goals, including better sleep, reduced stress, and improved gut health. Learn more inside!
Keep Your Summer Glow This Winter with Cherries
Frozen and dried cherries can support your health and wellness goals, including better sleep, reduced stress, and improved gut health. Learn more inside!
2024 Cherry Harvest: A Season of Sweet Success
As the 2024 cherry season wraps up, discover what made this year’s harvest one to remember—from exceptional yields to increased processing capacity at our facility in Prosser, WA. Get a...
2024 Cherry Harvest: A Season of Sweet Success
As the 2024 cherry season wraps up, discover what made this year’s harvest one to remember—from exceptional yields to increased processing capacity at our facility in Prosser, WA. Get a...
A New Year Brings New Ways to Enjoy Northwest C...
Learn about the many health benefits that fresh, dried, and pressed sweet cherries can bring you in the year ahead.
A New Year Brings New Ways to Enjoy Northwest C...
Learn about the many health benefits that fresh, dried, and pressed sweet cherries can bring you in the year ahead.
The 2023 Washington Cherry Harvest: A Year Like...
The 2023 cherry season was unlike any other, marked by a condensed harvest period but an overall yield increase. Dive into our blog for a behind-the-scenes look at this year's...
The 2023 Washington Cherry Harvest: A Year Like...
The 2023 cherry season was unlike any other, marked by a condensed harvest period but an overall yield increase. Dive into our blog for a behind-the-scenes look at this year's...
Health Benefits of Dehydrated Cherries
Slowly air dried cherries may retain the same essential enzymes and nutrients as their fresh counterparts. Read more about the benefits and longevity of dehydrated fruit.
Health Benefits of Dehydrated Cherries
Slowly air dried cherries may retain the same essential enzymes and nutrients as their fresh counterparts. Read more about the benefits and longevity of dehydrated fruit.
Video: The Farmers & Geography Behind the Cherries
Local cherry farmers Scott and Vicky Williams share their passion for the bounty of the Washington fruit lands. Learn more about the tree-to-table journey of your favorite chocolate and dried...
Video: The Farmers & Geography Behind the Cherries
Local cherry farmers Scott and Vicky Williams share their passion for the bounty of the Washington fruit lands. Learn more about the tree-to-table journey of your favorite chocolate and dried...
Cherry Fruit Trees vs Cherry Blossom Trees
Learn about the many varieties of cherry trees and their blossoms that can range from pink, white, red, and even yellow. Plus, we discuss ideal growing conditions.
Cherry Fruit Trees vs Cherry Blossom Trees
Learn about the many varieties of cherry trees and their blossoms that can range from pink, white, red, and even yellow. Plus, we discuss ideal growing conditions.
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