Exclusive Christmas Chocolate Event

Hotel Chocolat is opening its doors after hours for an exclusive Christmas chocolate evening on Friday 13 November, starting at 18:00. It's a private night hosted by their own chocolate experts, so you're inside when the shop is closed to the public. You'll be greeted with a glass of chilled prosecco and a festive chocolate penguin on arrival.

The evening is built around three interactive stations. First is the Velvetiser™ Mixology Bar, where you'll learn to make velvety hot and cold chocolate creations. Then there's the Host's Tasting Table, which takes you through six limited-edition Selectors — Lebkuchen, Clementine Margarita, and Maple Butter Pecan among them — followed by a festive quiz with a chocolate prize for one lucky guest. The final stop is the Personalised Gifting & Wish Station, where you can personalise your treats and post a Hotel Chocolat Christmas Wish; one wish is chosen to be granted.

Under-18s are welcome as long as they're with a parent or legal guardian. There's also 20% off all purchases throughout the night, with no minimum spend. Tickets are £10, and that's fully redeemable against anything you buy during the evening, so if you're planning on picking up some Christmas gifts, the ticket effectively pays for itself. It all kicks off at 18:00 at Hotel Chocolat, 300 High Street, Lincoln, LN2 1AF.