Author: Chocolate Affairs Magazine

May 2027 | Le Marché du Chocolat returns to San Francisco in May 2027, bringing craft chocolate makers, master chocolatiers and chocolate enthusiasts together for a celebration of chocolate craftsmanship. The event combines sampling and shopping with opportunities to meet...

May 15, 2027 | Chocolate enthusiasts will gather for the highly anticipated Toronto Chocolate Salon. This one-day celebration of fine chocolate offers a flavourful journey into the world of premium confections, drawing everyone from curious sweet lovers to dedicated cocoa...

Chocolate is undergoing a quiet transformation. Once viewed purely as a treat, it is now being reimagined as something more purposeful. In 2026, functional chocolate—infused with ingredients such as adaptogens, protein, collagen, and reduced sugar—is gaining significant traction among consumers...

On March 2026, The Hershey Company unveiled its latest flavour innovation: Dark Chocolate Raspberry Nuggets. This new release pairs the richness of dark chocolate with a smooth raspberry crème centre, offering a refined twist on a familiar favourite. While fruit...

Chocolate has long been associated with comfort and celebration, but in 2026, it is undergoing a transformation. No longer confined to supermarket shelves or seasonal gifting, chocolate is entering a new category—luxury. At the centre of this shift is the...

The International Chocolate Awards have once again unveiled a packed and exciting calendar for their 14th annual season in 2026, bringing together the world’s finest bean‑to‑bar and craft chocolatiers. The Awards celebrate excellence in chocolate making, honouring outstanding products from...

One of the sweetest events of the season arrives in the Greater Toronto Area when Chocolato: The Toronto Chocolate Event takes over the historic Small Arms Inspection Building in Mississauga. Running from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, this delicious gathering...

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate hot chocolate experience this February! From February 1–28, 2027, Calgary Meals on Wheels presents the YYC Hot Chocolate Fest, a beloved annual event that transforms Calgary into a paradise for hot chocolate enthusiasts....

March 13 – 14, 2027 | Salon du Chocolat NYC brings the international world of chocolate to Center 415 in Midtown Manhattan. The two-day event brings together chocolatiers, pastry chefs, confectioners, cocoa producers, specialty brands and chocolate enthusiasts. Part of...