A Festival of Chocolate

A Festival of Chocolate: The Sweetest Event of the Year
January 18 & 19, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
General admission included

PURCHASE

Kick off the new year by indulging in chocolate confections, decadent desserts, and savory bites at A Festival of Chocolate.

Enjoy a weekend dedicated to all things chocolate, with tastings, cooking demos, and chocolate-inspired activities that will excite your taste buds. You can even take home your very own cacao tree for your garden.

What to Expect:

• Enjoy chocolate tastings, cooking demos, and chocolate-inspired activities and classes
• Enjoy chocolate pairings, chocolate-themed drink specialty flights and tastings, and a variety of chocolate infused foods all aimed at unlocking flavors
• Visit chocolate and artisanal vendors!
• Listen to live music
• Watch your little ones ride the Chocolate Express!
• Enjoy spectacular butterflies at Wings of the Tropics, our exotic butterfly exhibit
• Sit in the shade and watch your little ones run, play and explore at The Children’s Garden
• Cool down in the misty cloud forest and National Orchid Garden in the only tropical rainforest in the continental U.S.
• And so much more!

Array of Spice Seminar
Location: TBD
11:30 a.m. | $34

Step into a culinary journey that showcases the bold flavors of cacao with our Array of Spice Seminar. Explore the art of infusing cacao into various dishes using premium-quality natural cacao from Grenada. Known for its award-winning products, Spice Rack by Rochelle Inc. presents a flavorful experience featuring 60-85% pure cacao and chocolate.

Guests will indulge in a tasting that includes:

• Drink: A refreshing chocolate-infused mocktail
• Appetizer: A warm appetizer drizzled with chocolate
• Main Dish: A cacao-infused entrée served with complementary sides
• Dessert: A rich chocolate-based dessert paired with a delightful accompaniment

Learn fascinating facts about the health benefits of cacao and chocolate while engaging with experts in a fun, interactive session. A variety of chocolate products, including cocoa balls and bars, will be available for purchase.

Wine and Cupcakes (21+only)
Location: Pairing Parlor
11:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. | $34
(36 seats per session)

Unwind with a unique pairing of delectable cupcakes and hand-selected wines. These expertly paired duos are sure to satisfy your taste buds with the perfect balance of sweet and sophisticated. Sip, savor, and indulge in this delightful pairing experience.

Sweet Bar Studio
Location: Pairing Parlor
12:30 p.m. & 2:45 p.m. | $25
(30 seats per session)
Get hands-on in our Custom Chocolate Candy Bar Making experience! Create your very own candy bar using premium chocolate and a variety of fun and tasty mix-ins. Perfect for chocolate lovers looking to add a personal touch to their sweet treats.

The Candy BAR | $13
Bring your creativity to life with our Candy Bar Decorating activity! Design your own chocolate bar masterpiece using a variety of toppings like sprinkles, crushed cookies, mini candies, and more. This interactive experience is fun for all ages and guarantees a sweet and satisfying treat you’ll love.

Chocolate & Spirits | $34 each
Elevate your taste experience with our Chocolate & Spirits offerings. Each sip is expertly crafted to complement the flavors of decadent chocolate. More details coming soon!

• Mini Chocolate Cocktail Flight
• Bourbon and Chocolate Tasting

Artisanal Chocolate Vendors

Savor the best in handcrafted chocolates from local artisans. Explore a variety of unique flavors and small-batch treats that will delight every chocolate enthusiast!

Do you love creating event magic? Want to join the Fairchild team and work in one of the most beautiful gardens in the world? Then check out our open opportunities and let your event-making dreams come true!

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