I have to agree with Molly T's review of this event. Like many people, I purchased a Groupon for a VIP pass and was happily anticipating a classier event. This show was a loud, \"in-your-face\" type of atmosphere, with many folks electing to imbibe (heavily) with their dessert samples. The live music was too loud for the ballroom, in my opinion, and detracted from the overall atmosphere that the event organizers promoted (again, IMO). \n\nOn the bright side, the chocolate and pastry samples I tasted were all fantastic. Fresh, beautiful, and indulgent. I got to speak with a chocolate maker in detail about the whys and hows of artisan chocolate. That was the highlight of the night for me. In fact, I wished that there were more opportunities to do that (a lower decibel level in the ballroom would also have helped....). Cake pops, mousses, mini cupcakes, gourmet chocolates, mini tarts....I was stuffed at the end of my (short) visit.\n\nWas I glad I went? Somewhat. It was good to learn more firsthand about one of my favourite foods (chocolate!). Would I come again? No. The whole experience was a bit too \"mosh pit\" for me. However, I got to taste delicious desserts, so all was not a loss. :)
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