Saddle bronc' rider Tim Kellogg was saving for a new saddle a few years ago when his mom recommended he do some fundraising by selling his truffles at a summer art fair in Cody. Tim had learned to make truffles as a kid while hanging out (and licking the beaters and spatulas) in his grandmother's kitchen. As an adult he would give them as gifts to friends during the holidays. Even though the truffles made for very popular gifts, Tim was doubtful anyone would want to buy them. He ended up selling out however.
He took the hint and soon after rented himself a space in downtown Meeteetse. He was only open on Saturdays. Two years later, Tim had to rent an even bigger space and open seven days a week, rodeo schedule permitting. His truffles – 30 different flavors including champagne, Irish crème, sage, huckleberry, jalapeno, key lime, cognac, and even Coors (yup, like the beer) – are also available through an online store, meeteetsechocolatier.com, but meeting this cowboy chocolatier in person is what makes his store a true Wyoming shopping experience. Meeteetse Chocolatier, which sells pastries and cakes in addition to truffles, is in the old Meeteetse Mercantile in downtown Meeteetse; 307-868-2567.