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San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON returns for 20th Year on March 28, 2026

February 24, 2026February 28, 2026 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

Chocolate lovers, get ready for a world of premium chocolate! The Original and Premier Artisan Chocolate Festival on the West Coast takes place this Spring at the 20th Annual San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON, March 28, 2026 at the Country Fair Building’s Hall of Flowers in Golden Gate Park. Returning for a 20th year, the San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON participants includes chocolatiers, confectioners and other culinary artisans throughout the entire 1-Day event in the heart of the City. Chocolate aficionados, fanatics, lovers and addicts can taste & experience the finest in artisan, gourmet & premium chocolate in one of the world’s great culinary metropolitan areas. www.SFChocolateSalon.com This year’s San Francisco CHOCOLATE SALON has an exciting lineup of chocolatiers, confectioners and more. ...

Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON Returns in October 5, 2025

September 1, 2025 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

Great news, after a two year hiatus, the 16th Annual Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON returns on October 5, 2025! The original and premier artisan chocolate show in Southern California returns this year, the annual Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON, in Pasadena. Chocolate aficionados, fanatics, buyers and journalists can experience the finest in artisan, gourmet & premium chocolate in one of the world’s great culinary metropolitan areas. Featuring a delicious selection chosen and curated by the Organizers, the Annual CHOCOLATE SALON & FESTIVAL participants have included master chocolatiers, confectioners, and other culinary artisans. Salon highlights feature chocolate tasting, demonstrations, chef & author talks, and ongoing interviews by TasteTV’s Chocolate Television program. (Salon Entry includes all chocolate tastings, demos, etc.). The is the international chocolate festival not to miss! When: October 5, 2025 10:00am – 3:30pm Where: The Pasadena Center 300 Green Street Pasadena, CA 91109 www.LAChocolateSalon.com...

San Francisco Chocolate Week arrives September 20-28th

September 1, 2025September 1, 2025 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

A Region-Wide Celebration of Sweet Discoveries September 20–28, 2025 Get ready, San Francisco Bay Area — Chocolate Week is coming! For one decadent week, explore 20+ of the Bay Area’s finest chocolate shops, bakeries, restaurants, cafés, and bars with your very own digital Chocolate Passport. ✨ Unlock exclusive perks, like unique truffles, 2-for-1 chocolate cocktails, artisan dessert samples, and VIP discounts — just by showing up, scanning a QR code, and signing in. It’s delicious, it’s local, and it’s the sweetest way to experience the SF Bay Area. Passports are just $10 — or upgrade to VIP for even more treats and prizes. Scan, Taste, Repeat.Let the chocolate adventure begin. www.SFChocolateWeek.com...

Chocolate and Wine Cruise on San Francisco Bay: 1st 2025 Edition

December 26, 2024December 21, 2024 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

FEBRUARY 8TH: Join us for the Wine & Chocolate CRUISE on San Francisco Bay. The First Cruise for 2025 The day's adventure takes place onboard a luxury yacht, where you will taste wines from a local winemaker, along with samples from a curated selection of local chocolate and wine. Walk among the various artisans and experience their latest creations. Explore and luxuriate on the yacht, and enjoy it all during the 2 and a half hour cruise on the San Francisco Bay. Then take home some of that great food and wine you've discovered and purchased onboard for continued enjoyment. EXCLUSIVE: The Wine & Chocolate Cruise is Limited to a lucky 100 attendees. ♥ RESERVE YOUR SPACE AND TICKETS HERE WATCH THE VIDEO https://vimeo.com/197132521...

San Francisco Chocolate Salon Returns on April 7th as the Premiere West Coast Artisan Chocolate Festival

January 29, 2024January 29, 2024 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IltZ7JYEIGk The 16th Annual San Francisco International Chocolate Salon takes place this Spring on April 7, 2024. The Chocolate Salon has long been known as the original artisan chocolate festival on the West Coast. Chocolate aficionados, fanatics, lovers and addicts can taste & experience a wide range of artisan, gourmet & premium chocolate in one of the world’s most famous culinary metropolitan areas. Previous Chocolate Salon participants include chocolatiers, confectioners, and other culinary artisans, such as Amano Artisan Chocolate, Z. Cioccolato, LetterPress Chocolate, Michael’s Chocolates, Formosa Chocolates, Goufrais, Siamaya Chocolate, CocoTutti Chocolates, Fookie, R & J Toffees, Brigadeiro Sprinkles, The Good Chocolate, p.o.p. candy co., flying noir, the Wishing Well Workshop, Fabula Tea, and more. For more information or tickets, visit www.SFChocolateSalon.com. The San Francisco Chocolate Salon, Los Angeles Chocolate Salon, Sacramento Chocolate Salon, Seattle Chocolate Salon and International Chocolate Salon are produced by TasteTV, which originally created the first Chocolate Salon event in San Francisco in 2007, inspired by its cultural cookbook on chocolate,...

Chocolate and Wine Cruise on SF Bay: February 10th

January 29, 2024January 29, 2024 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

FEBRUARY 10TH: Join us for the Wine & Chocolate CRUISE on San Francisco Bay. The First Cruise for 2024 The day's adventure takes place onboard a luxury yacht, where you will taste wines from a local winemaker, along with samples from a curated selection of local chocolate and wine. Walk among the various artisans and experience their latest creations. Explore and luxuriate on the yacht, and enjoy it all during the 2 and a half hour cruise on the San Francisco Bay. Then take home some of that great food and wine you've discovered and purchased onboard for continued enjoyment. EXCLUSIVE: The Wine & Chocolate Cruise is Limited to a lucky 100 attendees. ♥ RESERVE YOUR SPACE AND TICKETS HERE WATCH THE VIDEO https://vimeo.com/197132521...

Fall Holiday Chocolate Salon and Festival 2023 in San Francisco returns on November 19th

October 15, 2023August 25, 2023 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

Chocolate Lovers, mark your calendars! The 2019 Annual Fall Chocolate Salon returns to San Francisco on November 19th! This year’s event takes place in Golden Gate Park, in the San Francisco County Fair Building (image courtesy of the SF Citizen) The Fall Salon features a curated selection of chocolate, culinary and other artisans and innovators. Past partners include Amano Artisan Chocolate, K+M Extravirgin Chocolate, Z. Cioccolato, Kindred Cooks Caramels, Raphio Chocolate, Michael’s Chocolates, The Cocoa Exchange, Fairytale Brownies, and more! www.FallChocolateSalon.com...

Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON and FESTIVAL Returns on October 8, 2023

August 24, 2023August 25, 2023 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

Great news, after a two year hiatus, the 15th Annual Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON and FESTIVAL returns on October 8, 2023! The original and premier artisan chocolate show in Southern California returns this year, the 14th Annual Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON, in Pasadena. Chocolate aficionados, fanatics, buyers and journalists can experience the finest in artisan, gourmet & premium chocolate in one of the world’s great culinary metropolitan areas. Featuring a delicious selection chosen and curated by the Organizers, the Annual CHOCOLATE SALON participants have included master chocolatiers, confectioners, and other culinary artisans. Salon highlights feature chocolate tasting, demonstrations, chef & author talks, and ongoing interviews by TasteTV’s Chocolate Television program. (Salon Entry includes all chocolate tastings, demos, etc.). The is the international chocolate festival not to miss! When: October 8, 2023 10:00am – 3:30pm Where: The Pasadena Center 300 Green Street Pasadena, CA 91109 www.LAChocolateSalon.com ...