Chocolate Lovers in for a Treat with Festival's Second Round
Wednesday 2 May 2012, 3:24PM
By New Zealand Chocolate Festival
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The New Zealand Chocolate Festival (NZCF) is set to serve its second course of chocolaty goodness in Wellington from 24-26 August.
Tickets to the three day event – where chocolate makers and chocolatiers from all over the country gather to showcase the freshest and finest chocolates – are on sale now.
The festival was a sell-out last year and is expected to be the same again this year.
NZCF Manager Iva Sajdl says that 2012 ticket holders can look forward to an even bigger and more indulgent chocolate event than before.
“Along with the usual demonstrations, tastings and free flowing chocolate, people will discover the origins of chocolate and can even have a go at making their own.
“The popular culinary theatre is back with increased capacity and a stellar line-up of experts and chefs.”
The event, which runs during the final weekend of Visa Wellington On a Plate, not only provides visitors with the opportunity to experience quality chocolate, but also helps to increase the chocolate industry’s profile.
“The festival provides a platform for chocolate makers and chocolatiers to connect with the public to help promote and build the industry in New Zealand.”
With more chocolate than you could ever wish for, the NZCF is a tasteful treat for anyone with a sweet tooth.
Hungry for more? Visit chocolatefestival.co.nz to purchase tickets ($25) or to find out more.
The NZCF is one of two major events whose ticket sales are released ahead of the full Visa Wellington On a Plate programme, which will be launched next month.
Need a place to stay during the event? InterContinental Wellington plays host to the festival and has a great package deal that will make your stay in Wellington a piece of cake.
From $325 you can enjoy a chocolate lover's dream. Devour a five course chocolate degustation menu in Chameleon Restaurant and then retire to the comfort of your superior guestroom to loosen your belt and relax. Top off the experience with a full buffet breakfast for two the following morning. To book call 04 472 2722.