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Experience a delightful outdoor chocolate tasting picnic in Seymour, Connecticut. Enjoy small-batch chocolates while exploring local history and take home gourmet treats from nearby shops.
Experience a delightful outdoor chocolate tasting picnic in Seymour, Connecticut. Enjoy small-batch chocolates while exploring local history and take home gourmet treats from nearby shops.
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Operated by Cocoa Beantown · Seymour, Connecticut
The Back Bay Boston Chocolate Tasting Picnic, hosted by Cocoa Beantown in Seymour, Connecticut, offers a sweet outdoor experience perfect for food enthusiasts and chocolate lovers alike. This private food tour invites guests to savor craft-made, small-batch chocolates while enjoying a picnic in a lovely outdoor setting. Throughout the experience, participants learn about the neighborhood’s intriguing history, enriching each bite with stories from the area’s past. The themed tasting menus are expertly curated to highlight unique flavors and textures, creating a memorable culinary journey. Beyond tasting, the tour includes visits to local shops, where guests can select special chocolate treats to bring home, making this excursion perfect for gifting or personal indulgence. Whether you’re planning a romantic outing, a fun day with friends, or a unique way to celebrate a special occasion, this chocolate tasting picnic combines history, culture, and gourmet delights in an immersive, enjoyable adventure.
easy.
2–3 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly stationary with short, gentle walks between tasting stops.
This experience is designed primarily for adults due to the curated tasting menus, but older children may participate depending on parental discretion.
Yes, Cocoa Beantown offers vegetarian and vegan chocolate selections; please notify them ahead of time to customize your tasting.
Absolutely, informing the company ahead of time helps ensure the tasting menu suits your dietary needs safely.
Cancellations made at least 48 hours in advance are refundable; please check directly with Cocoa Beantown for specific terms.
Yes, there are several public parking options nearby; details will be provided upon booking.
While the picnic area is mostly accessible, some paths may have uneven terrain; contact Cocoa Beantown for detailed accessibility information.
Seymour’s roots trace back to early 19th-century industrial development, influencing its charming neighborhood atmosphere.
Local businesses like Cocoa Beantown prioritize sustainability by sourcing ethically produced chocolate and supporting small local artisans.
Cocoa Beantown is a specialty chocolate events company based in Seymour, Connecticut that produces guided tastings, pairing experiences, and themed chocolate tours. The business partners with well-known local venues — including Privateer Rum Distillery, Taza Chocolate Factory, Time Out Market Boston, Dray Drinks, and pop-up hosts like Tin Box Jewelry & Supply Co — to deliver location-specific events ranging from holiday tastings to neighborhood chocolate picnics. Events include in-person experiences such as rum-and-chocolate pairings at Privateer, chocolate-and-wine evenings at Time Out Market Boston, Back Bay chocolate tasting picnics, and seasonal activities like a Halloween costumed chocolate tour and Valentine’s Day pairings. Cocoa Beantown also offers virtual events, including anniversary celebration tastings that ship curated bars and souvenirs to participants. Each experience emphasizes guided tasting education, storytelling about craft and small-batch chocolate makers, and pairing techniques for beverages both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Some pop-up and private events are led by trained tasting guides and, on select nights, by a professional sommelier. The company highlights collaborations with local food and beverage partners and community pop-up hosts to create immersive tastings that showcase both chocolate and venue. Cocoa Beantown’s programming is designed for adults and groups seeking curated chocolate-focused outings, seasonal celebrations, and virtual tasting options across Connecticut and Boston.
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