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Ganache at the Gardens: a Chocolate Celebration
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens
The greenhouse will be open extended hours from 11am-4pm for this Special Event! No admission fee!
Join the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens for a celebration of chocolate just in time for Valentine’s Day. Learn about the cocoa tree and how its fruits are processed into delectable confections. Romantic classical music and free samples will enhance your experience. Be sure to visit our orchid display in its annual flowering glory! And don’t forget to bring your sweetie!
Event includes:
Jeff Gillman, UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens’ Director presents short talk about the cocoa tree at 11:30 am and 3:00 pm
Chocolate making demo by Esa Weinreb, Head Chocolate Maker at The Underground Truffle at 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm
Classical Flutist, Jennifer Dior of Charlotte Symphony at 12:30 pm
Classical Guitarist, Todd Tipton of Noda Guitar Studio at 2:00 pm
Free chocolate samples
Free hot cocoa
Available for purchase for your valentine:
Artisan chocolates from The Underground Truffle
Botanical resin jewelry with flowers and leaves from the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens from Spotted Dog Jewelry of Asheville, NC ($24 and up)
A variety of beautiful orchids priced $10-$50
https://gardens.uncc.edu/ganache-at-the-gardens/
Notice: The opinions and views shared in these programs belong to the presenters and do not necessarily represent those of the Charlotte Garden Club or any affiliated organizations. Program details, including speakers, dates, and topics, are subject to change.
With presenter approval, Charlotte Garden Club members can access recordings of the last two speaker events on the CGC website under “News & Events.”