Participants can sample local chocolate and coffee products in September as part of a new event: The Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival debuts in Oaks.
The inaugural festival will take place in Hall A of the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, located at 100 Station Ave. Festivities are scheduled for Saturday, September 28, through Sunday, September 29.
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Over 100 vendors will be represented at the conference. Small regional companies such as chocolate manufacturers, coffee roasters and other artisans will offer their creations for visitors to try on the exhibition floor.
Festival founders John and Lindsay Hill said: “Our goal is to promote local and regional businesses and provide them with a platform to showcase their products to help grow their business while providing a fun and enriching experience for the community.”
In addition to tasting opportunities, visitors can experience first-hand the amount of work that goes into making these sweet treats. Chester County chocolate sommelier Estelle Tracy will host educational sessions on the art, history and science of chocolate, while nutritionist Kathy Stroh will speak about the health benefits of chocolate.
The Expo Center will feature live acoustic performances and families can participate in activities such as crafts or take a photo with the convention mascots, Chunk and Bean.
Single-day tickets are $12.99 online before September 15 or $16 at the door. A VIP ticket allows admission both days and is $28 online before September 15 or $35 at the door.
Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival
Saturday, 28 September to Sunday, 29 September
Tickets start at $12.99
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center is a 4-star hotel located in Philadelphia, 1.8 km from Philadelphia International Airport.
100 Station Ave., Oaks
