Grenada Chocolate Festival Returns with a Special Rum Edition
About the Festival
Grenada, known as the spice island of the Caribbean, is hosting its 10th annual, week-long Grenada Chocolate Festival. The festival, which started in 2014, will take place from May 16 – 21, 2023 and celebrates the rich history and culture of chocolate production in Grenada. The island is home to six chocolate companies: Tri-Island Chocolate, Belmont Estate, Crayfish Bay Organic Chocolate, Jouvay Chocolate, Taste ‘D’ Spice Chocolate, and the world-famous Grenada Chocolate Company, a pioneer of the tree-to-bar chocolate movement.
This Year’s Highlights
This year, the festival is returning with a special Rum Edition where attendees will learn about the history of rum and chocolate production while enjoying a mix of rum tastings and tours at local distilleries, a masterclass with Renegade and Tri Island, and mixologist competitions at Mount Cinnamon. Visitors will also explore the cocoa fields of sustainable chocolate factories, behind-the-scene journeys of the ethically produced tree-to-bar chocolate-making processes, chocolate arts and crafts, and even chocolate yoga meditation.
About Grenada’s Chocolate Industry
“The Grenada Chocolate Festival has become a highlight for chocolate lovers and budding chocolatiers from around the world. With a variety of fun and delicious experiences, from exploring the cocoa farms to tasting premium high-quality chocolate to chocolate-based wellness experiences, the festival welcomes visitors to explore our beautiful island and celebrate this significant element of Grenadian culture with locals. Grenada’s volcanic soil, warm weather, and thick rainforests make the island an ideal climate to grow fine cocoa, of which only 12 per cent of the world’s exported beans have this designation. Here in the Spice Isle, 100 per cent of our cocoa exports are classified as fine-flavoured cocoa. Today, Grenada produces about 800 tons of cocoa per year, contributing to 6% of GDP,” says Petra Roach, CEO of Grenada Tourism Authority.
What the Festival Means
“The Grenada Chocolate Festival is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the local farmers and chocolatiers who have made Grenada a world-renowned destination for chocolate lovers, in addition to the power of community and the importance of sustainable and ethical practices in a small island,” said Magdalena Fielden, Founder of the Grenada Chocolate Festival.
Conclusion
The Grenada Chocolate Festival is an annual celebration of the island’s rich history and culture of chocolate production. This year’s special Rum Edition promises to be an unforgettable experience for chocolate lovers and visitors alike. With its unique blend of fun, delicious experiences, and community spirit, the festival is a must-visit event for anyone who loves chocolate and is looking for a unique island getaway.
FAQs
* When is the Grenada Chocolate Festival?
+ The festival takes place from May 16 – 21, 2023.
* What is the special Rum Edition?
+ This year’s festival features a special Rum Edition, with rum tastings, tours, masterclasses, and mixologist competitions.
* How many chocolate companies are based in Grenada?
+ There are six chocolate companies based in Grenada: Tri-Island Chocolate, Belmont Estate, Crayfish Bay Organic Chocolate, Jouvay Chocolate, Taste ‘D’ Spice Chocolate, and the world-famous Grenada Chocolate Company.