A Magical World for Young Chocolate Explorers
Welcome to Salon du Chocolat Junior — the most exciting kids' zone at the Salon du Chocolat Toronto 2026! Designed for families and children of all ages, this vibrant educational space transforms the incredible journey of cacao into a live, hands-on adventure.
Guided by the loveable mascot Choco'Jr, young visitors will discover where chocolate truly comes from — from the rainforest cacao tree to the delicious bar in their hands. Through interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, and creative workshops, kids learn about cacao farming, fermentation, and the art of chocolate-making in the most fun way possible.
Whether your child dreams of becoming a chocolatier or simply loves chocolate, the Choco Junior space is the perfect family destination at Canada's premier chocolate festival. Don't miss the chance to ignite a lifelong passion for cacao and sustainable food culture in your little ones!
What's Waiting for Your Kids
The Cacao Journey
Follow Choco'Jr as he guides young explorers from the tropical cacao tree to the chocolate bar — a fully immersive educational adventure.
Hands-On Workshops
Kids get to mold, decorate, and taste their own chocolate creations guided by professional chocolatiers — sweet memories guaranteed!
Live Shows & Storytelling
Interactive shows where Choco'Jr brings the wonderful voyage of cacao to life through dance, storytelling, and surprises.
Creative Activities
From chocolate painting to cacao bean discovery stations, every corner of the space invites curiosity and creativity.
Junior Workshop Program
Meet the talented chocolatiers and pastry chefs leading hands-on chocolate workshops for kids, Saturday November 21 & Sunday November 22, 2026.
Registration required: workshops are for children aged 6 to 12 and places are limited — sign up on site at the Choco Junior space on the day of your visit.
Cupcake and Chocolate Decorations
Toni Maxine Juson · DS Sweet Confections
Kids pipe chocolate ganache onto cupcakes and learn how to make beautiful chocolate shavings for decoration.
A George Brown Polytechnic graduate in Baking and Pastry Management, Toni Maxine is now training under Maitre Chef Derrick to continue growing her craft.
Allergens: Contains wheat, dairy, and eggs.
A Sprinkle of Wonder!
Elif Birer · La Patisserie Amelie
Children create and decorate their own chocolate bark with colourful sprinkles, freeze-dried fruit, nut toppings, and whimsical "World of Wonders" decorations, then package their creation to take home.
Founder of La Patisserie Amelie, a handcrafted chocolate company in Toronto. Elif served as Head Chocolatier behind the scenes for Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking Season 3.
Allergens: Contains milk, soy, and wheat (gluten). May contain traces of tree nuts.
Bear Cakepops
Crystal Lai · DS Sweet Confections
A cute and creative demonstration of dipping and decorating cakepops into adorable bear heads, using M&M's for ears and simple piping techniques.
A recent George Brown Polytechnic graduate, Crystal placed silver at the Skills Ontario 2026 competition and now trains at DS Sweet Confections under Chocolate Master Chef Derrick Pho.
Allergens: Contains wheat, eggs, dairy, tree nuts and peanuts.
Little Chocolatiers: Bean to Bar
Ayesha Akhtar · Passion Bake Inc.
A hands-on workshop where kids discover the journey from cocoa bean to chocolate bar, learning how chocolate is made before creating their own bars with fun toppings. Learn • Create • Taste • Take Home.
A Certified Pastry Chef and Chocolatier trained in Italy and France, holding a Master's Degree in Advanced Chocolate and Confectionery. Founder of Mithysha Chocolates.
Awards: 2026 Canada's Choice Awards · 3rd Place Lindt Macarons Competition · Finalist, Cake Star Wedding Category
The Choco Junior Space in Action
A glimpse into the joy, wonder, and chocolate magic that families experience at every edition.
Meet Choco'Jr — Your Cacao Guide!
Choco'Jr is the beloved mascot of Salon du Chocolat Junior. This cheerful cacao pod character is on a mission to show every child the magical voyage of cacao — from tropical rainforests to the chocolate in your hands. Full of energy, curiosity, and surprises, Choco'Jr makes every visit unforgettable!
We value your privacy
We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and understand how our site is used. You can accept or decline non-essential cookies.