# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Bitter & The Sweet at Philosophers & Fools - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 pm - **Event Description**: A cooking demonstration and story-driven tasting experience for Black History Month and Valentine’s Day with food-ways historian and documenAbout this EventPlease join us at Philosophers & Fools for “The Bitter & the Sweet,” a cooking demonstration and story-driven tasting experience for Black History Month and Valentine’s Day.Join food-ways historian and documentary filmmaker Julian Gooding for an engaging program that explores chocolate as both a symbol of luxury and a lens into African American history. This flavorful program begins with “Caesar’s Chocolate,” exploring the history and legacy of one of Virginia’s earliest chocolate makers, then shifts to the kitchen as Julian demonstrates West African hot chocolate and homemade chocolate truffles—perfect for Valentine’s Day. To close the truffle portion, participants will have the chance to decorate truffles to package as edible gifts.Your ticket will also include a glass of house red, house white, a beer or a non-alcoholic beverage. Additional beverages will be available for purchase.Seating is limited to our bar to allow for an intimate, focused experience; so buy your tickets today! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charleston/the-bitter-and-the-sweet-at-philosophers-and-fools/100001980597167444 - **Event Categories**: black-history-month - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 42.99, max: 42.99, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Charleston - **state**: SC - **country**: United States - **location**: Philosophers & Fools - **lat**: 32.7923031 - **long**: -79.946533 - **full address**: Philosophers & Fools, 50 Bogard Street, Charleston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Bitter & The Sweet at Philosophers & Fools - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/b6c82d066ac9f5d176f04885e45d700e9e6e9a55a873388bb4875c7b6d1f44be-rimg-w1200-h933-dc171412-gmir.jpg?v=1768525953 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Bitter & The Sweet at Philosophers & Fools being held? - **A:** The Bitter & The Sweet at Philosophers & Fools takes place on Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Philosophers & Fools, 50 Bogard Street, Charleston, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for The Bitter & The Sweet at Philosophers & Fools? - **A:** Tickets for The Bitter & The Sweet at Philosophers & Fools are priced at USD 43 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 43 + USD 3 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing The Bitter & The Sweet at Philosophers & Fools? - **A:** The Bitter & The Sweet at Philosophers & Fools is organized by Philosophers & Fools. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Bitter & The Sweet at Philosophers & Fools is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charleston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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