The box of chocolates has been reopened! The West Coast Chocolate Festival is back this season with a new array of flavorful and enlightening experiences to stimulate your senses and soul.
(Download 2009 Events list PDF file)
Good News! You may have a chance to win two tickets for the event Chocolat ce Soir. Check this out
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Tuesday, November 10th, 2009
Chocolat ce Soir at Horizons Restaurant, at the top of Burnaby Mountain, 100 Centennial Way, Burnaby BC, 5:30 to 10:30 pm
FINAL CHOCOLATE CE SOIR PROGRAM FILE
A sell-out event in past years, this year the festival will close with an upscale dinner gala hosted at Horizons restaurant on Burnaby Mountain. Featuring an exquisite multi-course menu designed by Chef John Garrett, the dinner will incorporate West Coast cuisine both seasonal and regional as well as fabulous wines, and - of course— chocolate! This signature festival event is sure to top off a fantastic festival with a top of the mountain experience. Menu designed by Chef Garrett of Horizons Restaurant and Maître Chocolatier Wim Tas of ChocolaTas.
Close the 2009 chocolate festival at Chocolate ce Soir. The view from the top of Burnaby Mountain is a fitting statement to a great event. Chef John Garret and Chocolatier Wim Tas have created a five course meal, with five paired wines starting with Sumac Ridge Estate Winery Tribute Sparkling during the reception,– this November 10th Horizons on the top of Burnaby Mountain is the place to be. Only $125.00 per ticket, includes entertainment (plus taxes and gratuities)
Chocolat Ce Soir Menu
Created by Chef John Garrett and Chocolatier Wim Tas of ChocolaTas
Sumac Ridge Estate Winery Tribute Sparkling
Commemorative Sparkling wine created in honour of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games
AHI TUNA TATAKI
Togarashi cocoa rub, avocado, tomato, ginger, soy, lime
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EX NIHILO VINEYARDS RIESLING
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GOAT CHEESE, FIGS, PINE NUTS
Baked in phyllo, Araguani chocolate port reduction, dried cherries
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Saturna Island Estate Winery Pinot Noir
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SORBET
ChocolaTas lavender infused chocolate
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PEKIN DUCK BREAST
Sherry soy & brown sugar marinade, 5 spice-Valrhona Pur Ghana chocolate sauce,
Apple two ways, caramelized yam
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Veglio Michelino e Figlio, Baric, 2006
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71 % CALLEBAUT CHOCOLATE MOUSSE TOWER
Passion fruit gelee, chocolate krispie brittle
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Includes
Tealicious Teas, coffee, dessert wines
Alternate Meal for the Pekin Duck Course for Vegetarians
Gnocchetti
Horizons Restaurant
www.horizonsrestaurant.com
ChocolaTas
www.chocolatas.com
Good news!! Sophie Lui is the emcee on this fabulous night!
Here is the menu in pdf format for Chooclat ce Soir.
NEW ADDED CHOCOLATE HIGH TEA SESSIONS:
Due to Popular demand, Schokolade café has added high teas for the month of November and December. Enjoy a Unique Chocolate High Tea at Schokolade Café between 11am and 5pm; which includes a platter of chocolate petite four, mini chocolate dessert pralines, tea sandwiches, savoury scones and strawberries dipped in chocolate sauce. Top it all off with a Spicy Ancient Aztec chocolate drink or herbal tea.
Nov. 14th, sat, 11-1pm, 1-3pm, 3-5pm, max ticket: 12 per session
Nov. 21st, sat, 1-3pm, 3-5pm, max ticket: 12 per session
Nov. 28th, sat, 11-1pm, 1-3pm, 3-5pm, max ticket: 12 per session
Dec. 5th, sat, 11-1pm, 1-3pm, 3-5pm, max ticket: 12 per session
Dec. 12, sat, 1-3pm, 3-5pm, max ticket: 12 per session
Dec. 19th, sat 11-1pm, 1-3pm, 3-5pm, max ticket: 12 per session
"Please contact Schokolade directly for large group booking for other event date, info@schokoladecafe.com, Tel: 604-253-9411."
Jane Suter
Schokolade Cafe Inc.
Artisan Chocolate & Cafe
2263 East Hastings Street
Vancouver BC V5L 1T3
Tel: 604-253-9411
www.schokoladecafe.com
info@schokoladecafe.com
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Sunday, October 25th, 2009
A Tealicious Chocolate Tasting at The Gathering Place, #1100 - 2253 Leigh Square, Port Coquitlam, 2- 4pm
Added to the festival line-up this Fall, this new event will be a unique and innovative afternoon guided by Tea Master Nancy Prokosh who will be introducing the fusion of two classically elegant delights: tea and chocolate.) $35 per person
Monday, October 26th, 2009
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Tours at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory, 3746 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, 9:00am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am tours
Come see the famous Chocolate River in person and learn about the History of Chocolate and the Owner, Charlie and his Factory. Tours start at 9am, 10am, and 11am. $5 Per Person. For groups of 15 to 20 please call Maria at 604-818-1849 or maria@chocolatefestival.ca - a private tour will be booked for your group. (Age 6 or above.)
**CHARLIE'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOURS MUST BE PRE BOOKED AND PAID ONLINE. IT IS NO TICKET TO SELL AT DOOR**
Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Tours at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory, 3746 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, 9:00am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am tours
Come see the famous Chocolate River in person and learn about the History of Chocolate and the Owner, Charlie and his Factory. Tours start at 9am, 10am, and 11am. $5 Per Person. For groups of 15 to 20 please call Maria at 604-818-1849 or maria@chocolatefestival.ca - a private tour will be booked for your group. (Age 6 or above.)
**CHARLIE'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOURS MUST BE PRE BOOKED AND PAID ONLINE. IT IS NO TICKET TO SELL AT DOOR**
Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Tours at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory, 3746 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, 9:00am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am tours
Come see the famous Chocolate River in person and learn about the History of Chocolate and the Owner, Charlie and his Factory. Tours start at 9am, 10am, and 11am. $5 Per Person. For groups of 15 to 20 please call Maria at 604-818-1849 or maria@chocolatefestival.ca - a private tour will be booked for your group. (Age 6 or above.)
**CHARLIE'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOURS MUST BE PRE BOOKED AND PAID ONLINE. IT IS NO TICKET TO SELL AT DOOR**
Thursday, October 29th, 2009
Chocolate Meditation and Spirit Fitness at Veracis Wellness, 86 Moody St., Port Moody, 9 am-12 pm
Yes, you can have your chocolate and eat it too! Relax, close your eyes and experience inner peace as your day begins with a short guided meditation. Enjoy gentle Hatha Yoga stretches with Certified Fitness Trainer and Meditation Instructor Janice and then shift to upbeat modern music for Cardio Aerobics and Core Strength Building. Then live, laugh and learn the basics to centered consciousness in this dynamic introduction to meditation workshop with Certified Meditation Instructor Regina Kaiser. Finally with the ultimate indulgence ñsavouring guilt free chocolate treats served with mocha mint herbal tea. Leave feeling alive and enlightened!
(Maximum 8 participants).$29 per person
Thursday, October 29th, 2009
Chocolate Meditation and Wise Yoga at Veracis Wellness, 86 Moody St., Port Moody, 1 pm -4 pm
Relax, close your eyes and experience inner peace as you retreat to a soothing guided meditation.
Breathe deeply as you gently stretch and balance with Certified Instructor Marian, in this gentle Hatha Yoga class designed for those aged 40 plus ñ because not everyone can sit like a chocolate covered pretzel! Enjoy a chocolate treat with mocha mint herbal tea to finish your yoga. Then live, laugh and learn the basics to centered consciousness in this dynamic introduction to meditation workshop with Certified Meditation Instructor Regina Kaiser.
(Maximum 8 participants). $29 per person
Thursday, October 29th, 2009
A Mindful Experience Seminar and Candlelight Meditation at Veracis Wellness, 86 Moody St., Port Moody, 7-9pm
Breathe Deeply - Imagine enjoying the rich flavour of chocolate with present moment awareness as you connect with your soulís deepest desire to savour serenity. A true body, mind & spirit experience. During this mindful presentation you will learn to connect with your spirit and discover a deeper connection with who you are and who is tasting the chocolate. Yes, weíll taste a few treats. Youíll learn powerful and simple meditation techniques to transcend guilt and thoughts that may keep you from enjoying chocolate and life. Are you ready?
Who are you? What do you want? Can chocolate clear the pathway?
The time is now and the answers await you.
(Maximum 30 Guests). $20 per person
Friday, October 30th, 2009 6:30-9:30pm
Cooking with Chocolate at the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts, 1505 West 2nd Ave, Vancouver BC, 6:30 to 9:30 Maximum 15
Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts invites you for an evening of chocolate decadence. This one evening course will allow you to sit back and savour chocolate as the finer details are explained. Enjoy an enlightening, and informative class incorporating the history of chocolate, how chocolate is made, and how to taste chocolate. Watch our pastry chefs prepare up to 8 chocolates and learn what makes them so different. $85 per person
Outline for Cooking with Chocolate:
- Milk Chocolate and Hazelnut Crunch Truffles
- Espresso Chocolate Macaroons
- Spicy Hot Chocolate
- Warm Chocolate Tart (made with Chocolate Ganache and Chocolate Dough)
- Chocolate Sundae w/ Chocolate Tuile
- Chocolate Ice Cream w/ Toasted Marshmallow
- Cocolate Sugar Cookies
Friday, October 30th, 2009
Children’s Session – Make Halloweens’ Goody Bag at Schokolade Artisan Chocolates and Café, 2263 E. Hastings, Vancouver, 3pm - 4pm, 4 - 5pm, 5 - 6pm, children age: 5 - 16
Kids get to make a Halloween goodie bag and bring home their Chocolate Creations! (Hands off mom and dad) Free Chocolate drink to celebrate at the end.) (10 children per group $20 per person
Saturday, October 31st, 2009
Chocolate High Tea at Schokolade Cafe, 2263 E. Hastings, Vancouver, 11am – 1pm, 1pm – 3pm, 3pm – 5pm(ALL TICKETS SOLD OUT)
Enjoy a Unique Chocolate High Tea at Schokolade Café between 11am and 5pm; which includes a platter of chocolate petite four, mini chocolate dessert pralines, tea sandwiches, savoury scones and strawberries dipped in chocolate sauce. Top it all off with a Spicy Ancient Aztec chocolate drink or herbal tea. $24 per person
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Tours at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory, 3746 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, 9:00am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am tours
Come see the famous Chocolate River in person and learn about the History of Chocolate and the Owner, Charlie and his Factory. Tours start at 9am, 10am, and 11am. $5 Per Person. For groups of 15 to 20 please call Maria at 604-818-1849 or maria@chocolatefestival.ca - a private tour will be booked for your group. (Age 6 or above.)
**CHARLIE'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOURS MUST BE PRE BOOKED AND PAID ONLINE. IT IS NO TICKET TO SELL AT DOOR**
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Tours at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory, 3746 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, 9:00am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am tours
Come see the famous Chocolate River in person and learn about the History of Chocolate and the Owner, Charlie and his Factory. Tours start at 9am, 10am, and 11am. $5 Per Person. For groups of 15 to 20 please call Maria at 604-818-1849 or maria@chocolatefestival.ca - a private tour will be booked for your group. (Age 6 or above.)
**CHARLIE'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOURS MUST BE PRE BOOKED AND PAID ONLINE. IT IS NO TICKET TO SELL AT DOOR**
Wednesday, November 4th, 2009
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Tours at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory, 3746 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, 9:00am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am tours
Come see the famous Chocolate River in person and learn about the History of Chocolate and the Owner, Charlie and his Factory. Tours start at 9am, 10am, and 11am. $5 Per Person. For groups of 15 to 20 please call Maria at 604-818-1849 or maria@chocolatefestival.ca - a private tour will be booked for your group. (Age 6 or above.)
**CHARLIE'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOURS MUST BE PRE BOOKED AND PAID ONLINE. IT IS NO TICKET TO SELL AT DOOR**
Saturday, November 7th, 2009
Chocolate High Tea at Schokolade Cafe, 2263 E. Hastings, Vancouver, 11am – 1pm, 1pm – 3pm, 3pm – 5pm(ALL TICKETS SOLD OUT)
Enjoy a Uniue Chocolate High Tea at Schokolade Café between 11am and 5pm; which includes a platter of chocolate petite four, mini chocolate dessert pralines, tea sandwiches, savoury scones and strawberries dipped in chocolate sauce. Top it all off with a Spicy Ancient Aztec chocolate drink or herbal tea. $24 per person
Sunday, November 8th, 2009
A Tealicious Chocolate Tasting at the Heritage Tea House, 2224 Clarke St, Port Moody, Port Moody 2- 4:30pm
New to the festival this year will be a unique and innovative afternoon event fusing two classically elegant delights: tea and chocolate. Tea Master Nancy Prokosh of Tealicious will guide you through this afternoon tea tasting offering a variety of pairings from green tea to black, white chocolate to dark; the event will also include light refreshments and entertainment by emerging local talent. $35 per person
Monday, November 9th, 2009
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Tours at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory, 3746 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, 9:00am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am tours
Come see the famous Chocolate River in person and learn about the History of Chocolate and the Owner, Charlie and his Factory. Tours start at 9am, 10am, and 11am. $5 Per Person. For groups of 15 to 20 please call Maria at 604-818-1849 or maria@chocolatefestival.ca - a private tour will be booked for your group. (Age 6 or above.)
**CHARLIE'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOURS MUST BE PRE BOOKED AND PAID ONLINE. IT IS NO TICKET TO SELL AT DOOR**
Tuesday, November 10th, 2009
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Tours at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory, 3746 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, 9:00am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am tours
Come see the famous Chocolate River in person and learn about the History of Chocolate and the Owner, Charlie and his Factory. Tours start at 9am, 10am, and 11am. $5 Per Person. For groups of 15 to 20 please call Maria at 604-818-1849 or maria@chocolatefestival.ca - a private tour will be booked for your group. (Age 6 or above.)
**CHARLIE'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOURS MUST BE PRE BOOKED AND PAID ONLINE. IT IS NO TICKET TO SELL AT DOOR**
THE PASSED EVENTS THIS YEAR
Thursday, October 15th, 2009
Salon du Chocolat Festival Opening at Red Robinson Theatre, 2080 United Blvd. Coquitlam BC, (for group tickets of 6 or more, email maria@chocolatefestival.ca or call 604.939.8068 – special pricing for groups)
New to the festival this year will be an exciting evening launch event that will showcase many of our participating sponsors, offer a vast selection of samples and tastings, as well as provide attendees with details and opportunities to purchase tickets for upcoming festival events. two tradeshows 1:00 to 4:30 pm, and 6:00 to 9:00 pm. $35 per person.
- Sampling of chocolate, wines, beers, scotches, liqueurs, and teas – an overview of the next three weeks – all included in the ticket price!
- Entertainment provided by Joyelle Brandt, Ken Abel jazz Trio (with featured vocalist Connie Ballendinea), and Michael the magician
- Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts www.picachef.com showcasing cooking with chocolate
- Providing dessert samples and more at the Salon
- Marcus von Albrecht and Heather (Hodie) Rondeau of XOXOLAT - for the love of chocolate (home of Monde Chocolat) www.xoxolat.com
- Scotch and Chocolate samplings
- Showcasing the Scotch and Chocolate Pairing for Friday October 16, at Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts www.picachef.com
- Single Malt Scotches (deluxe scotches all valued at $71 to $150 a bottle)
- Finlaggan
- Ileach peaty
- Ileach cask
- Laphroaig
- Included in the Scotch and Chocolate Sampling on October 16
- White and dark Truffles
- Desserts and Coffees prepared by PICA chefs and culinary arts students
- An evening of entertainment, fine scotch, excellent chocolate, seminars, and networking
- Tickets here - http://www.vtixonline.com/event.php?event_id=104
- Okanagan Spring Brewery and Sleeman’s showcasing the ales, lagers, porters and more from their Craft Beer and Chocolate Event on October 17 - tickets on sale here –www.vtixonline.com/event.php?event_id=106
- Craft Beers being Sampled
- Okanagan Spring Porter
- BREWMASTER’S BLACK Lager
- Okanagan Spring Pale Ale
- Blanche De Chambly
- EPHEMERE CASSIS
- Chef John Garrett from Horizons Restaurant www.horizonsrestaurant.com providing samples of AHI TUNA TATAKI at the Salon
- Ruben’s Chocolate’s sampling www.rubenschocolate.com
- Tealicious samplings - www.tealiciousteacompany.com
- Survivor Boot Camp www.survivorbootcamp.com
- Beverage Concepts and Lindeman’s Fruit Beers www.bci-network.com
- Pampered Chef www.pamperedchef.ca
- Veracis Wellness www.veraciswellness.com
- Saturna Vineyards www.saturnavineyards.com
- Planet Organic www.planetorganic.ca
- John Gerum - West Coast Wine Education www.wcwed.com
- Edward Suter - Schokolade Artisan Chocolate & Café www.schokoladecafe.com
- Johanna Ward and The Express. Shaw TV will be filming the Salon From 1 to 3 pm, on October 15, 2009 www.sjrb.ca
Friday, October 16th, 2009
Single Malt Scotch and Chocolate at Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts, 1505 West 2nd Ave, Vancouver BC, 6:30 to 9:30 pm
Always a sold-out event renowned for its originality and elegant ambience, this year the fabulous evening will be led by Marcus Von Albrecht of Mava Foods and feature the sampling of Ileach Peaty, Finlaggan Old Reserve; Ileach cask strength – (won the 2nd best scotch in the world), and Laphroaig 10 yr old - single malt scotches paired with delicious chocolates from Xoxolat Chocolaterie, plus Marcus’s hand made white chocolate and dark chocolate whisky truffles, and desserts from the chefs at PICA. $75 per person
- Showcasing the Scotch and Chocolate Pairing for Friday October 16, at Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts www.picachef.com
- Single Malt Scotches (deluxe scotches all valued at $71 to $150 a bottle)
- Finlaggan
- Ileach peaty
- Ileach cask
- Laphroaig
- Included in the Scotch and Chocolate Sampling on October 16
- White and dark Truffles
- Desserts and Coffees prepared by PICA chefs and culinary arts students
- An evening of entertainment, fine scotch, excellent chocolate, seminars, and networking
- Tickets here - http://www.vtixonline.com/event.php?event_id=104
Saturday, October 17th, 2009
Craft Beer and Chocolate at The Outlet, #2100 - 2253 Leigh Square, Port Coquitlam, 7:30 to 9:30 pm
Sleeman’s and Okanagan Spring beer is surprisingly suited to chocolate whether it be light, dark, lager, or pale ale! Join beer expert Ken Beattie for this two-hour tasting featuring five different flavour combinations over the course of an evening. $35 per person.
Saturday, October 17th, 2009
Chocolate High Tea at Schokolade Cafe, 2263 E. Hastings, Vancouver, 11am – 1pm, 1pm – 3pm, 3pm – 5pm (ALL TICKETS SOLD OUT)
Enjoy a Unique Chocolate High Tea at Schokolade Café between 11am and 5pm; which includes a platter of chocolate petite four, mini chocolate dessert pralines, tea sandwiches, savoury scones and strawberries dipped in chocolate sauce. Top it all off with a Spicy Ancient Aztec chocolate drink or herbal tea. $24 per person
Sunday, October 18th, 2009
Desserts, Chocolates, Wines and More at Pasta Polo, 2754 Barnet Hwy, Coquitlam BC, 6:30pm – 9pm
An elegant evening led by John Gerum of West Coast Wine Education featuring the pairing of fine wines and liqueurs with decadent chocolates sponsored by Rubens Chocolates; also includes espresso service and delicious dessert hand-crafted by owner Fred Soofi. $50 per person
Monday, October 19th to Thursday, November 5th 2009
Schools of Chocolate – Locations to be announced
Always keen to help people appreciate the finer points of the ‘food of the gods,’ this entertaining and informative event is appropriate for all ages as guests learn about the history, growing and making of chocolate, and are led through a progressed tasting of various types of chocolate.
Monday, October 19th, 2009
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Tours at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory, 3746 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, 9:00am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am tours
Come see the famous Chocolate River in person and learn about the History of Chocolate and the Owner, Charlie and his Factory. Tours start at 9am, 10am, and 11am. $5 Per Person. For groups of 15 to 20 please call Maria at 604-818-1849 or maria@chocolatefestival.ca - a private tour will be booked for your group. (Age 6 or above.)
**CHARLIE'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOURS MUST BE PRE BOOKED AND PAID ONLINE. IT IS NO TICKET TO SELL AT DOOR**
Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Tours at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory, 3746 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, 9:00am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am tours
Come see the famous Chocolate River in person and learn about the History of Chocolate and the Owner, Charlie and his Factory. Tours start at 9am, 10am, and 11am. $5 Per Person. For groups of 15 to 20 please call Maria at 604-818-1849 or maria@chocolatefestival.ca - a private tour will be booked for your group. (Age 6 or above.)
**CHARLIE'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOURS MUST BE PRE BOOKED AND PAID ONLINE. IT IS NO TICKET TO SELL AT DOOR**
Wednesday, October 21st, 2009
Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Tours at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory, 3746 Canada Way, Burnaby BC, 9:00am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am tours
Come see the famous Chocolate River in person and learn about the History of Chocolate and the Owner, Charlie and his Factory. Tours start at 9am, 10am, and 11am. $5 Per Person. For groups of 15 to 20 please call Maria at 604-818-1849 or maria@chocolatefestival.ca - a private tour will be booked for your group. (Age 6 or above.)
**CHARLIE'S CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOURS MUST BE PRE BOOKED AND PAID ONLINE. IT IS NO TICKET TO SELL AT DOOR**
Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
Chocolate Meditation and Spirit Fitness at Veracis Wellness, 86 Moody St., Port Moody, 9 am-12 pm
Yes, you can have your chocolate and eat it too! Relax, close your eyes and experience inner peace as your day begins with a short guided meditation. Enjoy gentle Hatha Yoga stretches with Certified Fitness Trainer and Meditation Instructor Janice and then shift to upbeat modern music for Cardio Aerobics and Core Strength Building. Then live, laugh and learn the basics to centered consciousness in this dynamic introduction to meditation workshop with Certified Meditation Instructor Regina Kaiser. Finally with the ultimate indulgence ñsavouring guilt free chocolate treats served with mocha mint herbal tea. Leave feeling alive and enlightened!
(Maximum 8 participants).$29 per person
Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
Chocolate Meditation and Wise Yoga at Veracis Wellness, 86 Moody St., Port Moody, 1 pm -4 pm
Relax, close your eyes and experience inner peace as you retreat to a soothing guided meditation.
Breathe deeply as you gently stretch and balance with Certified Instructor Marian, in this gentle Hatha Yoga class designed for those aged 40 plus ñ because not everyone can sit like a chocolate covered pretzel! Enjoy a chocolate treat with mocha mint herbal tea to finish your yoga. Then live, laugh and learn the basics to centered consciousness in this dynamic introduction to meditation workshop with Certified Meditation Instructor Regina Kaiser.
(Maximum 8 participants). $29 per person
Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
A Mindful Experience Seminar and Candlelight Meditation at Veracis Wellness , 86 Moody St., Port Moody, 7-9pm
Breathe Deeply - Imagine enjoying the rich flavour of chocolate with present moment awareness as you connect with your soulís deepest desire to savour serenity. A true body, mind & spirit experience. During this mindful presentation you will learn to connect with your spirit and discover a deeper connection with who you are and who is tasting the chocolate. Yes, weíll taste a few treats. Youíll learn powerful and simple meditation techniques to transcend guilt and thoughts that may keep you from enjoying chocolate and life. Are you ready?
Who are you? What do you want? Can chocolate clear the pathway?
The time is now and the answers await you.
(Maximum 30 Guests). $20 per person
Friday, October 23rd, 2009
Just Here for the Beer… and Chocolate! at The Old Mill Boathouse, 2715 Esplanade St., Port Moody, 7:30 to 9:30 pm
Beer is surprisingly suited to chocolate! Join beer expert Colin Jack for this two-hour tasting which will feature at least three different flavour combinations over the course of an evening. .$35 per person
Beer Expert Colin Jack combines with Chocolatier Rachel Sawatzky of CocoaNymph Chocolates & Confections to host Just Here for the Beer… and Chocolate
When: Friday, October 23rd, 2009
Where: The Old Mill Boathouse, 2715 Esplanade St., Port Moody, BC
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 pm
Ticket Price: $35.00
Purchase Tickets online at www.chocolatefestival.ca
Included in Ticket Price: 4 ounce samples of a variety of beers, paired with a one ounce chocolate sample. Followed by Coffee, Tea, Chocolate Fountain with Fresh fruit and desserts, and a meet and greet with Colin Jack and Rachel Sawatzky.
Beer Pairings may include:
- Lighthouse Brewing
- Whistler Brewing
- Surgenor Brewing
- Lindemans Fruit Beers
- Russell Brewing
About Colin Jack: Colin enjoys several different beers from around the world. He believes that the best beer a person can taste is the beer that comes from the city you are in! He is the JustHereForTheBeer.com beer historian, sociologist and webmaster. Colin completed his education degree at UBC and started the beer tasting classes when he was working for the Alma Mater Society. He did his undergraduate at UBC with a major in History and a minor in Canadian Studies and Sociology. Colin works as a full-time school teacher at a private school in Vancouver. He also makes t-shirts and builds websites for small business. Colin is a JustHereForTheBeer.com owner, beer expert, instructor, consultant, event coordinator, and party host. Colin Jack, B.A., B.Ed., Associates of Arts
"My favourite part of teaching the beer classes is that it gives me a chance to combine my two passions; teaching and beer! How could anyone argue with that?" CJ
About CocoaNymph: Featuring the Best Grade Belgian Chocolate - Chocolates & Confections strive to create a warm environment for everyone to enjoy music, art, fine beverages and especially chocolates and sugar creations. Visit our beautiful store in the Kitsilano neighbourhood of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Welcome to CocoaNymph. Experience Passion, In One Bite. Magnificiently suited to match the hops and flavours of a variety of beers. CocoaNymph Chocolates & Confections 3739 West 10th Ave, Vancouver, BC www.cocoanymph.com
1. Brouwerij Lindemans - Lindemans Peche Lambic (Peach)
A fresh fruity drink with the background of the rich bouquet of Lambic. Golden in color; with a nose that fills the room with fresh peaches. Sparkling, crisp and refreshing balance of fruit and acid.
2. Whistler Brewing Company - Black Tusk Ale
From the original recipe, this re-release of Whistler Black Tusk Ale is brewed exclusively with Whistler Glacier Water and a special blend of imported chocolate and roasted malts.
3. Brouwerij Lindemans - Lindemans Frambroise Lambic (Raspberry)
The acidity of Lambic beers blends perfectly with raspberries. Magnificent aroma, delicate palate of raspberries with undertones of fruity acidity; elegant, sparkling clean natural taste.
4. Tin Whistle Brewing Company - Cherry Chocolate Porter
This English style porter features a semi-sweet dark chocolate aroma and flavour with subtle wild cherry notes in the finish.
5. Surgenor Brewing Company - Red House Ale
Red House Ale is an intense amber colour, with a full flavour body. Overtaken by a citrusy hop character and a fine floral aroma, this Ale is pleasant and thirst quenching - yet deceptively complex.
6. Lighthouse Brewing Company - Keepers Stout
This Irish style black ale is authentic full-flavoured ale with a clean and roasted finish with a smooth and malty character.
Chocolate:
1. Peach Lambic -With 'Octarine' - dark chocolate ganache with intense passionfruit flavours.
2. Black tusk ale - with my chocolate "Barnabas the Tortoise" - soft caramel and milk chocolate centre, lightly flavoured with brandy and topped with a maple glazed pecan
3. One Lambic - with my chocolate "Melissa" - a milk chocolate bonbon filled with crispy biscuit flakes, hazelnuts and honey.
4. Russell Winter Porter or Hermann's - with my Classic DarkNymph bar
5. Red house ale - with the "Chariot of Fire" - dark chocolate and chili ganache
6. Keeper's stout - with the "illa" a dark chocolate ganache blended with dark caramelized sugar and sea salt.
Friday, October 23rd, 2009
Cooking with Chocolate at the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts, 1505 West 2nd Ave, Vancouver BC, 6:30 to 9:30 Maximum 15
Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts invites you for an evening of chocolate decadence. This one evening course will allow you to sit back and savour chocolate as the finer details are explained. Enjoy an enlightening, and informative class incorporating the history of chocolate, how chocolate is made, and how to taste chocolate. Watch our pastry chefs prepare up to 8 chocolates and learn what makes them so different. $85 per person
Outline for Cooking with Chocolate:
- Milk Chocolate and Hazelnut Crunch Truffles
- Espresso Chocolate Macaroons
- Spicy Hot Chocolate
- Warm Chocolate Tart (made with Chocolate Ganache and Chocolate Dough)
- Chocolate Sundae w/ Chocolate Tuile
- Chocolate Ice Cream w/ Toasted Marshmallow
- Cocolate Sugar Cookies
Saturday, October 24th, 2009
Chocolate High Tea at Schokolade Cafe, 2263 E. Hastings, Vancouver, 11am – 1pm, 1pm – 3pm, 3pm – 5pm(ALL TICKETS SOLD OUT)
Enjoy a Unique Chocolate High Tea at Schokolade Café between 11am and 5pm; which includes a platter of chocolate petite four, mini chocolate dessert pralines, tea sandwiches, savoury scones and strawberries dipped in chocolate sauce. Top it all off with a Spicy Ancient Aztec chocolate drink or herbal tea. $24 per person
Saturday, October 24th, 2009
Wines, Liqueurs, and Chocolates at Place des Arts, 1120 Brunette Av,
Coquitlam, BC, 7:30pm to 10:00 pm
A festival favourite every year, this elegant pairing evening is sure to stimulate the senses and soul as West Coast Wine Education’s John Gerum guides guests through a series of truly unique alcohol and chocolate tastings sponsored by Rubens Chocolates. $50 per person
Saturday, October 24th, 2009
Chocolate Appreciation Workshop at Schokolade Cafe , 2263 E. Hastings, Vancouver, 6pm – 7:30pm, 8pm – 9:30pm (10 guests per seating)
Come join Edward Suter and learn all about how Chocolate is made and how to select good quality chocolate for home use. All the while dipping and decorating your very own handcrafted chocolates to take home! $50 per person
Keep checking back to the website www.chocolatefestival.ca for upcoming events including: Chocolate Chip Pancake Breakfast & Eden West Cooking Class in Port Moody.
Click HERE for a downloadable brochure of 2009 Festival Line up
Tickets for all events are available for purchase here.
We look forward to sharing this box of chocolates with you.
West Coast Chocolate Festival 2009 Media Release
[Email us for more information: dawn@chocolatefestival.ca or call 604-628-9547]
Chocolate Poetry Contest
This talent contest is sponsored by Rubens Belgian Chocolat
Deadline to Enter |
October 31, 2009 |
Max Length |
One page. Must be written in English. |
6 Poem Categories |
Greater Vancouver, BC: Child
Greater Vancouver, BC: Youth (age 11-16)
Greater Vancouver, BC: Adult
All other areas of the world: Child
All other areas of the world: Youth (age 11-16)
All other areas of the world: Adult |
Prizes |
One winner and one runner-up in each of 6 categories above will each receive a selection of chocolates.
Winners will be contacted and announced by November 30, 2009. |
Poems to be judged on |
Creativity, General interest level, Relation to chocolate, Inspirational content, Good energy.
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Download complete contest rules and regulations (PDF, 32kb)
Chocolate, anyone? 
604-939-8068
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