• Hawaii Chocolate Festival

• A celebration of all things chocolate and highlights locally produced chocolate products

• Hawaii is the only state to grow Cacao

• Other tasty offerings will include Eat Honolulu’s Chocolate Bacon, Chocolate Shop Wine, Pinnacle Chocolate Vodka and Kona Brewing Company’s specially brewed chocolate beer.

• Between bites, one can browse vendor booths and shop for everything from chocolate pearls to chocolate orchids and visit the Chocolate Inspired Spa

• A Chocolate Garden featuring cacao trees (from which chocolate is grown), chocolate orchids and chocolate mint plants, plus the Coco Café & Tea House.

• Guest speakers and educational displays will share information about locally grown cacao and how it is transformed into chocolate. 

• There will be live musical entertainment by the Hot Club of Hulaville and hula performances.

• Event is February 25th, Saturday, from Noon to 5 p.m.

• Location: Dole Cannery Shops

• Price: Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door

• For Tickets & More info: www.hawaiichocolatefestival.com

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