While some are baffled by the rapture its enthusiasts express, chocolate has pleasured gourmands and sweet teeth for centuries. Here and now, lovers of the bewitching treat that melts at body temperature can have a field day at the Ghirardelli Chocolate Festival's 20th annual celebration of the dark-chocolate, milk-chocolate, and (feel free to disagree) white-chocolate goodies made possible by the cacao bean. Hosted by Ghirardelli Square, block-party style event features tastings of items created by top dessert companies, plus dessert chef demonstrations, a chocolate and wine pavilion, a silent auction, sundae-eating contests (no hands allowed), and an educational session on the process of chocolate making. Lest the indulgence factor prompt any feelings of guilt, be reminded that the festival benefits a good cause, Project Open Hand.
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