Chocolate lovers, lifestyle audiences, and culture seekers gathered in celebration of Salon du Chocolat India
The world’s most iconic chocolate festival made its highly anticipated debut in India on 16–17 January 2026 at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. What unfolded was far more than an event — it was a luxury chocolate festival woven into immersive experiences, artistic expression, global flavour, and future-looking inspiration.
With over 2,000 passes pre-booked ahead of the opening day, the debut edition of Salon du Chocolat India signalled India’s readiness to embrace world-class experiential festivals that celebrate fine food and lifestyle in fresh, engaging ways
A Sensory World Of Chocolate Experiences
Salon du Chocolat India was designed as an exploratory playground for chocolate lovers of all ages, bringing together the best of global and artisanal chocolate cultures. Visitors stepped into dedicated areas and experiences that transformed how they engage with chocolate — from taste to artistry, learning to entertainment:
Chocolate Fashion Show — Edible Haute Couture
A signature highlight of Salon du Chocolat editions worldwide came alive on the runway in Mumbai. Designers and chocolatiers collaborated to create spectacular garments made from tempered chocolate — fashion that tasted as bold as it looked. Curated by Chef Anil Rohira with creative visionary Farzana Gandhi, this couture spectacle blurred the lines between gastronomy, design, and performance art.
Tasting & Global Gourmet Journeys
Visitors embarked on a global chocolate tasting tour of flavours — from silky Swiss milk chocolate and bold Ghanaian dark chocolate to innovative bean-to-bar creations, single-origin delights, and artisanal twists. International and Indian brands showcased premium cocoa-based products that delighted palates and sparked curiosity.
Masterclasses & Hands-On Workshops
Salon du Chocolat India offered a rich roster of interactive workshops where attendees could learn tempering, truffle-making, ganache techniques, and more from world-class chocolatiers and pastry chefs. These sessions made chocolate not just something to enjoy — but something to understand deeply.
Live Demonstrations & Culinary Creativity
Across two days, master chefs and pastry experts presented live demos on topics ranging from “science behind ganache” to fusion desserts blending modern techniques and Indian inspiration. Practical knowledge, creative sparks, and tasting moments kept attendees engaged and inspired.
Thought Leadership & Panels
Salon du Chocolat India also served as a platform for meaningful conversation. Panels like “Indian Chocolate on the Global Shelf” brought industry voices together to talk about export readiness, innovation, and India’s place in the wider chocolate ecosystem.
Kids’ Zone — Fun Meets Learning
For families, the thoughtfully curated Kids’ Zone invited young minds into the joy and creativity of chocolate-making — with playful activities and experiences designed to educate and delight.
Monumental Chocolate Art
At the heart of the festival stood a breathtaking life-size chocolate sculpture crafted from nearly 200 kg of chocolate. Conceptualised by renowned chocolate artist Rintu Kalyani Rathod, this installation brought artistic ambition and craftsmanship to life in edible form.
What Industry Leaders Say
Gérald Palacios, Global Head – Salon du Chocolat, shared his excitement about the India debut: “India represents a dynamic and curious audience with a growing passion for premium experiences. Bringing Salon du Chocolat here is about sharing our global tradition of chocolate artistry while creating something uniquely Indian and world-class.”
Satish Menon, Project Head – Salon du Chocolat India, reflected on the festival’s impact and future: “This debut has shown us that India is not just ready for a luxury chocolate experience — it embraces it. We designed this festival to be celebratory, educational, and inspiring, and to become a moment in the year that people look forward to with delight.”
Mumbai – The Perfect Host for India’s First Edition
The elegant and internationally equipped Jio World Convention Centre provided an ideal stage for Salon du Chocolat India’s rich programming. With luxury aesthetics, immersive spaces, and accessibility to a cosmopolitan audience, Mumbai delivered the perfect setting for chocolate culture to flourish.
A Festival for India – Now And Beyond
Salon du Chocolat India 2026 has laid the foundation for a new tradition in luxury experiential festivals in India, one that celebrates flavour, craft, innovation, and shared joy. As India’s chocolate culture continues to grow — influenced by local creativity and global craftsmanship — Salon du Chocolat is set to become an annual celebration that chocolate lovers and lifestyle audiences will eagerly anticipate across the country.
Book your tickets now at www.salonduchocolatindia.com.