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    Dates

    19–22 Nov 2026

    City / country

    Toronto, Canada

    Venue

    Toronto Congress Centre

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Salon du Chocolat Toronto 2026 is Ontario's premiere celebration of chocolate, pastry, and cocoa culture — a four-day immersive festival taking place November 19–22, 2026 at the Toronto Congress Centre.

    This event is for everyone who loves great food, artisanal craft, and memorable experiences.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Edition Dates: Salon du Chocolat Toronto runs November 19-22, 2026 at the Toronto Congress Centre.
    2. 2Global Scale: Billed as the world's leading chocolate and pastry event, with international delegations and a global partner network.
    3. 3Guest Of Honour: Internationally renowned pastry chef Francois Daubinet, presented by Valrhona, headlines Pastry'Cho on Saturday, November 21.
    4. 4Programme Highlights: The Chocolate Fashion Show, Bean-To-Bar Museum, Chocol'Art, Mix & Moka and a closing brunch anchor the show floor.
    5. 5Trade Access: A dedicated Business Space connects exhibitors and buyers across the chocolate, pastry and food-service supply chain.

    Why visit

    Attend Salon du Chocolat Toronto to taste and buy from artisan chocolatiers, patissiers and cocoa producers under one roof at the Toronto Congress Centre. Watch the Chocolate Fashion Show, explore the Bean-To-Bar Museum, join hands-on workshops and meet guest of honour pastry chef Francois Daubinet, presented by Valrhona, live on Saturday 21 November. Family-friendly Salon du Chocolat Junior programming sits alongside a dedicated Business Space and International Delegations, so both consumers and trade buyers can source new products, learn technique and network across the chocolate and pastry industry.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors gain visibility in the chocolate industry, connect with potential buyers, and showcase their products to a targeted audience of chocolate enthusiasts and professionals. Global Scale: Billed as the world's leading chocolate and pastry event, with international delegations and a global partner network. Trade Access: A dedicated Business Space connects exhibitors and buyers across the chocolate, pastry and food-service supply chain. Salon du Chocolat Toronto connects.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Chocolate enthusiasts and food lovers
    Professional pastry chefs and chocolatiers
    Cocoa industry executives
    Families looking for fun activities
    Bakers and home cooks
    Retail buyers and distributors

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Artisan chocolatiers
    Chocolate and pastry equipment manufacturers
    Packaging designers
    Cocoa producers
    Food service providers
    Retailers in the chocolate sector
    Pastry and bakery ingredient suppliers (e.g. Valrhona)
    Chocolate and pastry machinery, tools and packaging suppliers
    International trade delegations

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Artisanal chocolates and confections
    Pastry and dessert products
    Chocolate-making equipment
    Cocoa beans and raw materials
    Packaging solutions for chocolate products
    Sustainable chocolate products

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Toronto Congress Centre

    Toronto, Canada

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    What's on

    Programme

    4

    Sessions

    4

    Event days

    09:00–21:30

    Typical time

    Thursday, Nov 19, 2026

    18:30 – 21:30

    THE INAUGURAL NIGHT

    Friday, Nov 20, 2026

    09:00 – 21:00

    THE GRAND OPENING

    Saturday, Nov 21, 2026

    09:00 – 21:00

    THE FESTIVAL OF FLAVORS

    Sunday, Nov 22, 2026

    09:00 – 17:00

    THE SWEET FINALE

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Current edition

    2026

    Forecast — not final

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Salon du Chocolat Toronto 2026 is Ontario's premiere celebration of chocolate, pastry, and cocoa culture — a four-day immersive festival taking place November 19–22, 2026 at the Toronto Congress Centre. This event is for everyone who loves great food, artisanal craft, and memorable experiences. Salon du Chocolat Toronto connects chocolate lovers and industry professionals, fostering innovation and collaboration in the cocoa and pastry sectors. It highlights the importance of artisanal craftsmanship and.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Chocolate enthusiasts and food lovers, Professional pastry chefs and chocolatiers, Cocoa industry executives, Families looking for fun activities. Event dates: November 19-22, 2026. Location: Toronto Congress Centre. Experience the Chocolate Fashion Show and live masterclasses. B2B networking opportunities for industry professionals. SALON DU CHOCOLAT attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors gain visibility in the chocolate industry, connect with potential buyers, and showcase their products to a targeted audience of chocolate enthusiasts and professionals. Salon du Chocolat Toronto connects chocolate lovers and industry professionals, fostering innovation and collaboration in the cocoa and pastry sectors. It highlights the importance of artisanal craftsmanship and sustainable practices in chocolate production. Exhibitor categories include Artisan chocolatiers, Equipment manufacturers,.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada — the Greater Toronto Area is Canada's largest consumer market, home to more than six million residents and the country's core food-manufacturing, grocery-retail and premium-confectionery trade. The Toronto Congress Centre sits in Etobicoke beside Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), giving visitors from Canada, the United States and overseas a single-hall view of the North American chocolate, pastry and dessert sector, with same-day access to Midwest and East Coast buyers.

    Why it matters

    Attending SALON DU CHOCOLAT on 2026-11-19 to 2026-11-22 in Toronto lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

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    Digital buyer journeys

    Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

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    Hybrid engagement models

    Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

    Chocolate, pastry and food trade fair circuit

    Book stands, hotels and meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; the Paris flagship and the spring fairs publish exhibitor and hall plans in the first quarter, so lock your circuit schedule early in the year.

    Chocolatiers, ingredient houses and dessert-equipment brands build a circuit around the Salon du Chocolat family and the major European and Gulf food fairs to compare product ranges, pricing and distribution coverage across markets. SALON DU CHOCOLAT Toronto closes the North American calendar year and pairs naturally with the Paris flagship and the spring and autumn European fairs.

    Pre-show (September–October 2026)

    Confirm exhibitor meetings, sample requests and tasting appointments for SALON DU CHOCOLAT Toronto; fix flights into YYZ and airport-area rooms early.

    Show week (19–22 November 2026)

    Hall walk-throughs of cocoa, couverture, pastry and packaging suppliers, chef demonstrations, and price and MOQ negotiations ahead of the spring buying cycle.

    Peer events are established sector fairs with published show dates; confirm opening hours, hall plans and registration on each organiser website before booking travel.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · CAD

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    YYZ

    Toronto Pearson International Airport

    Closest international gateway and the practical arrival point for most visitors — the Toronto Congress Centre is one exit away on Dixon Road. Taxi or rideshare to the venue runs about CAD 20–30, and the Dixon Road / Airport Road hotel cluster sits between the terminals and the halls. UP Express rail links Pearson to Union Station in downtown Toronto in 25 minutes if you are staying in the city core.

    ~5 km

    to venue

    10–15 min off-peak

    by car

    YTZ

    Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

    Downtown island airport served by Porter Airlines and Air Canada, convenient if you are staying in central Toronto rather than the airport strip. Reach the mainland through the pedestrian tunnel or ferry, then take a taxi or rideshare via the Gardiner Expressway and Highway 427 to the Congress Centre.

    ~28 km

    to venue

    35–50 min

    by car

    YHM

    John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport

    Secondary gateway west of the city used by low-cost and charter carriers; often the cheapest transborder option. Drive via Highway 403, the QEW and Highway 407 ETR — a rental car is advisable because scheduled transit to the Congress Centre is limited.

    ~70 km

    to venue

    55–75 min

    by car

    BUF

    Buffalo Niagara International Airport

    U.S. alternative for travellers routing through American hubs, roughly two hours from the venue across the Peace Bridge or Queenston-Lewiston Bridge. U.S. citizens driving into Canada need only a valid passport; air arrivals still require an eTA. Budget extra time for customs on show-week Fridays.

    ~160 km

    to venue

    1 h 45 min–2 h 15 min including border processing

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

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    Mississauga Toronto West

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    TTC public transit

    Estimated costAbout CAD 3.35 per single ride (estimate)

    Use the TTC trip planner or Moovit for step-by-step bus and subway routes to Toronto Congress Centre; allow 45-60 minutes from downtown.

    Taxi / rideshare

    Estimated costAbout CAD 20-35 from Toronto Pearson Airport, CAD 60-80 from downtown (estimate)

    Rome2rio lists train, bus, subway, taxi and car options; a taxi is quickest from the airport corridor to the Congress Centre.

    Car and parking

    Estimated costPaid on-site parking; rates vary by lot (estimate)

    From Dixon Road turn onto City View Drive, after about 150 m turn right into the Congress Centre parking lot. Compare nearby lots on BestParking and Parkopedia.

    taxi

    Estimated costCAD 45–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forToronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Toronto Congress Centre

    10-15 minutes; Primary international gateway serving the Congress Centre area; hotel clusters along Dixon Road and Airport Road sit between the terminals and the venue.

    taxi

    Estimated costCAD 45–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forBilly Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Toronto Congress Centre

    35–50 min; Downtown island airport served by Porter Airlines and Air Canada, convenient if you are staying in central Toronto rather than the airport strip. Reach the mainland through the pedestrian tunnel or ferry, then take a taxi or rideshare via the Gardiner Expressway and Hi

    taxi

    Estimated costCAD 45–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forJohn C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) to Toronto Congress Centre

    55–75 min; Secondary gateway west of the city used by low-cost and charter carriers; often the cheapest transborder option. Drive via Highway 403, the QEW and Highway 407 ETR — a rental car is advisable because scheduled transit to the Congress Centre is limited.

    taxi

    Estimated costCAD 45–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forBuffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Toronto Congress Centre

    1 h 45 min–2 h 15 min including border processing; U.S. alternative for travellers routing through American hubs, roughly two hours from the venue across the Peace Bridge or Queenston-Lewiston Bridge. U.S. citizens driving into Canada need only a valid passport; air arrivals stil

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    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser

    U.S. citizens generally need only a valid passport to enter Canada for business; many other nationalities qualify for an eTA rather than a full visa.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    November in Toronto is cool and changeable: daytime highs around 7-9 C and overnight lows near 0-3 C, with roughly 10-12 wet days and 60-87 mm of precipitation across the month. Early-season snow is possible. Expect cold, damp conditions around the Toronto Congress Centre during the November 19-22, 2026 show.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area have reliable mobile and Wi-Fi coverage. International visitors can stay connected with a travel eSIM, a local Canadian SIM, home-carrier roaming or hotel Wi-Fi. Given Canada's large distances, a pre-purchased data plan is useful for navigation, transport updates and business travel. Confirm your carrier's roaming terms before departure.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Tipping

    Tipping is expected in Canada: 15–20% on restaurant bills before tax, CAD 1–2 per drink at a bar, and 10–15% for taxis and rideshares. Many card terminals present preset tip options, and hotel housekeeping is usually left CAD 2–5 per night.

    Business etiquette

    Toronto business culture is punctual and informal — arrive on time, shake hands with everyone in the group, and move quickly to first names. Canada is officially bilingual, so bilingual English/French signage and packaging documentation are appreciated for national retail distribution.

    Dress and venue customs

    Smart-casual business dress with comfortable shoes suits the exhibition halls; a blazer is enough for evening receptions. November weather is cold and damp, so bring an insulated coat and expect free coat check at the Congress Centre — and remember that Canada is smoke-free indoors, with vaping subject to the same restrictions.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: YYZ

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Toronto; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Most international business visitors to Canada need either a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA); U.S. citizens generally need only a valid passport. Apply through IRCC before travel and carry an invitation letter from the organiser if requested.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: TRV processing varies by country and can take several weeks, so apply well before travel; eTA is usually approved within days.

    Confirm whether you qualify as a business visitor and whether you need a visa or an eTA. You can apply online through the IRCC portal; a letter of invitation from the organiser can support a short-term business visit for a conference, event or meeting.

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    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Check-in (recommended)

    2026-11-19

    Check-out (recommended)

    2026-11-22

    Areas to stay

    Mississauga Toronto West · North York · Toronto Airport · Vaughan Southwest

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    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): 10–15 min off-peak; Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ): 35–50 min; John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM): 55–75 min; Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): 1 h 45 min–2 h 15 min including border processing. Allow road or rail time to Toronto Congress Centre; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Toronto Congress Centre: Vaughan Southwest: avid hotel Toronto - Vaughan Southwest by IHG; Vaughan Southwest: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vaughan-Southwest by IHG; Toronto Airport: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toronto Airport South by IHG.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Toronto; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: The TTC bus and subway network serves the venue area. Use the TTC trip planner or Moovit for step-by-step bus and subway routes to Toronto Congress Centre; Rome2rio lists train, bus, subway, taxi and car options from downtown and the airport.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Toronto Congress Centre; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: November 2026

    Temperature: About 7-9 C daytime highs and 0-3 C overnight lows in November

    Seasonality: Late-autumn shoulder season: roughly 10-12 wet days and 60-87 mm of rain in November, with a chance of the first snowfall

    Packing: Pack warm layers: an insulated coat, sweaters, scarf and gloves, a waterproof outer layer and comfortable walking shoes. Expect cool, damp conditions and breezy stretches near the Congress Centre in late November.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Friday 20 November 2026

    The Grand Opening on Friday runs the longest trade day of the week, 09:00–21:00, with the full exhibitor list present, chef demonstrations and tasting sessions scheduled throughout the afternoon and evening. Arriving Friday gives you the quietest sourcing conditions of the four days for ingredient, equipment and packaging conversations, while Saturday's Festival of Flavors brings the heaviest public attendance and Sunday's Sweet Finale closes at 17:00 with exhibitors already packing down.

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    Confirm passport validity and visa or eTA — Check Canada business visitor requirements on canada.ca; U.S. citizens generally need only a valid passport.

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    Book flights to Toronto Pearson (YYZ) — YYZ is about 10-15 minutes from Toronto Congress Centre via Dixon Road.

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    Reserve an airport-corridor hotel — Dixon Road and Airport Road hotels are closest to the venue; rates peak during show week, so book early.

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    Complete online registration or buy tickets — Purchase general admission and workshop tickets online before the show.

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    Download the programme and floor plan — Plan around the Chocolate Fashion Show, Bean-To-Bar Museum, Chocol'Art and Pastry'Cho.

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    Pre-schedule B2B meetings — Trade visitors should target the Business Space and International Delegations.

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    Shortlist workshops and masterclasses — Guest of honour Francois Daubinet appears at Pastry'Cho on Saturday 21 November.

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    Plan local transport — Use the TTC trip planner, Moovit or a taxi/rideshare; on-site parking is off Dixon Road via City View Drive.

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    Pack for cool, damp November weather — Bring warm layers, a waterproof outer layer and comfortable shoes; highs around 7-9 C.

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    Confirm meeting documents and contacts — Carry business cards, product briefs and any invitation letter.

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    Travel and check in — Arrive in Toronto and collect your badge early on day one to avoid queues.

    Side trips

    2

    Downtown Toronto and the Distillery District

     

    Canada's largest downtown for evening dining, the CN Tower and the Distillery District's independent food and chocolate retailers — a useful read on how premium confectionery is merchandised in the Canadian market.

     

    Niagara-on-the-Lake and Niagara Falls

     

    A classic post-show day trip combining the Falls with Niagara-on-the-Lake's wineries and artisan food shops; icewine producers there are natural crossover partners for chocolate and dessert ranges.

     

    Networking spots

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    The Inaugural Night welcome reception

     

     

     

    Tasting trail and chef demonstration stages

     

     

     

    Airport-corridor hotel lounges, Dixon Road and Airport Road

     

     

     

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visa_fee

    visitor · Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) plus biometrics

    CAD 100–185 / per person, one-off

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    visitor · Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

    CAD 7 / per person, valid up to 5 years

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    per_diem

    visitor · meals, local transport and incidentals

    CAD 75–130 / per day

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    hotel

    visitor · mid-range airport-area hotel (Dixon Road / Vaughan Southwest)

    CAD 150–240 / per room per night, November trade-show week

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

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    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You want to source products, taste new launches and meet suppliers without committing to a stand.

    Best for

    Chocolate and pastry trade buyers, retail buyers and food-service procurement staff evaluating artisan and industrial suppliers.

    Min. budget

    $350.00

    Timeline

    4-6 weeks for visa or eTA, flights and airport-area hotel rooms

    Risks

    Peak November hotel pricing near Toronto Pearson

    TRV or eTA lead time for international visitors

    Popular workshops and the Chocolate Fashion Show sell out early

    exhibit

    New products or distribution goals justify a stand, sampling and direct buyer meetings.

    Best for

    Artisan chocolatiers, cocoa and ingredient suppliers, and chocolate or pastry equipment and packaging brands launching to Canadian and North American buyers.

    Min. budget

    $2,200.00

    Timeline

    3-4 months for stand booking, build and freight

    Risks

    Hall allocation and stand space close early

    Freight and customs clearance for demo equipment

    Staffing and peak hotel demand during show week

    skip

    The programme does not match your category, buyers or product roadmap.

    Best for

    Professionals outside the chocolate, pastry and food-service sectors with no sourcing or networking goals.

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    No lead time required

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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    Partners

    Valrhona

    Chocolate Partner

    The world's leading premium French chocolate manufacturer, sourcing directly from cacao farmers and committed to sustainability and excellence since 1922.

    Visit partner

    Callebaut

    Chocolate Partner

    Belgium's most trusted chocolate house since 1911 — the quiet workhorse behind countless desserts in restaurants and patisseries worldwide.

    Visit partner

    Vanity Public Relations

    Media Partner

    A full-service Canadian communications agency spanning food, lifestyle, hospitality and non-profit — the strategic communications partner behind Salon du Chocolat Toronto 2026.

    Visit partner

    Gallery

    Photos

    Official imagery from SALON DU CHOCOLAT
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    Official SALON DU CHOCOLAT event branding

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    Glossary

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    Bean-To-Bar
    The show's museum area tracing chocolate production from raw cocoa bean to finished bar, explaining each processing stage for visitors.
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    Pastry'Cho
    The pastry-focused feature area where guest chefs, including 2026 guest of honour Francois Daubinet, present masterclasses and demonstrations.
    3
    Chocol'Art
    The show section dedicated to chocolate artistry and sculpture, showcasing decorative and sculptural creations.
    4
    Mix & Moka
    A signature show feature pairing chocolate with coffee for tasting and demonstration.
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    Chocolate Fashion Show
    Salon du Chocolat's headline runway show of chocolate-themed couture, one of the event's best-known attractions.
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    Salon du Chocolat Junior
    The family-friendly programme with activities aimed at younger visitors to the show.
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    Business Space
    A dedicated B2B area where exhibitors and trade buyers hold meetings and source products during the show.
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    International Delegations
    Visiting groups of international producers and buyers hosted at the show, adding a global sourcing dimension for exhibitors.
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    Closing Brunch
    The festival's final-day brunch with live music, chocolate cocktails and industry networking.
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    Shell scheme
    A standard modular stand package (typically walls, fascia and basic fittings) offered to exhibitors who are not building a custom booth.

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