In addition to sampling the delectable creation in every imaginable form, you can learn about chocolate history and production — in fact, you can even take a bath in it. From interactive tours to hands-on workshops, these themed foodie experiences in North America offer something for every sweet tooth. Read on for some sweet suggestions about fun things to do in chocolate-covered style.
The Chocolate Museum
St. Stephen, Canada
Chocolate bar-shaped benches, interactive exhibits and yummy treats reflect the alluring theme running rampant throughout the museum in St. Stephen, the town also known to New Brunswick food enthusiasts for the annual Chocolate Fest and Ganong Bros., Limited, Canada's oldest candy company. Learn about the artful technique of dipping candies by hand, or play a game that tests your skill at packing a box of goodies. A scavenger hunt also leads to a flavorful conclusion.
Glendale Chocolate Affaire
Glendale, Arizona
This early February tribute to sweets turns Downtown Glendale into a chocoholic’s paradise. Purveyors at the annual Chocolate Affaire entice attendees with such sinful snippets as bacon, macaroons and funnel cakes, all drizzled with the namesake ingredient, and the event includes live music and wine pairings.
Graycliff Chocolatier Interactive Tour
Nassau, Bahamas
Immerse yourself in the artistry of chocolate-making at the Graycliff Chocolatier Interactive Tour. From the moment you step inside, you’ll be transported into the intricate world of turning cocoa beans into exquisite creations. Guided by expert chocolatiers, you’ll have the chance to craft your own confections, shaping each detail with care. Along the way, discover the rich history of chocolate in the Bahamas and savor each step of this elegant, hands-on experience. It’s a moment to indulge your senses and create lasting memories, one sweet bite at a time.
The Hotel Hershey
Hershey, Pennsylvania
Have your cake and eat it, too, at the AAA Four Diamond lodging’s spa, where chocolaty indulgences don’t necessarily translate to added calories. How about a fondue body wrap or a whipped cocoa bath? Or, perhaps an invigorating chocolate sugar scrub that leaves your skin silky smooth? Sample the goods by attending the town’s Chocolate Covered February, a month-long event featuring luscious chocolate desserts, themed meals, truffle-making classes and more.
Rebecca-Ruth Candy & Tours
Frankfort, Kentucky
For bonbons with some extra oomph, swing by Rebecca Ruth in Frankfort for chocolates enhanced with tasty liquors. These folks are the official inventors of Kentucky bourbon balls, but you also can choose from confections flavored with Irish coffee, cognac, mint julep, and rum. Take the tour to view the antique candy furnace and production line — after this brief educational journey, complimentary samples await.