# Event Details

- **Event Name**: A Chef Allen Valentine: Chocolate as Aroma, Spice, & Indulgence
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: The Café at Books & Books presents…A Chef Allen Valentine: Chocolate as Aroma, Spice & Indulgence.About this Event?️ Please note: This is a ticket-required event; all attendees must purchase a ticket to reserve a seat.$65 per person - includes a four-course meal+ Wine & Bubbles are available by the glass or bottle at an additional cost.The Café at Books & Books is delighted to welcome Chef Allen Susser back to our Coral Gables location to debut a very special edition of our community dinners -- right in time for Valentine’s Day! A Chef Allen Valentine: Chocolate as Aroma, Spice & Indulgence, is a one-of-a-kind, four-course dinner that evokes decadence as it incorporates chocolate throughout various elements of each dish. This culinary experience highlights the complex, rich, and diverse flavors of cacao in subtle, provocative, yet unpretentious ways.James Beard award-winning Chef Allen Susser’s career has been shaped by a lifelong love of food as a means of authentic connection and celebration. From his early familial influences in Brooklyn to international acclaim from Food & Wine, Time, and The New York Times, Chef Allen’s work has always centered on honoring ingredients, culture, and community. His philosophy is simple: cooking is an act of love; one that draws people together, sparks joy, and nourishes both body and spirit. This Valentine's-inspired dinner is a reflection of that philosophy, where passion, generosity, and indulgence mingle and marry at the table.The Menu:Grilled Asparagus & Hearts of PalmCalabrian chilies, prosciutto, Colombian Tumaco chocolate balsamic drizzle.Roast Red Beet CarpaccioFeta, cucumber, Ecuadorian dark chocolate, mintSierra Nevada Cacao Nib Crusted Filet MignonRosemary truffle fingerling potatoesArhuacos Tribe Bittersweet Chocolate Tart
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/coral-gables/a-chef-allen-valentine-chocolate-as-aroma-spice-and-indulgence/100001981342971163
- **Event Categories**: food-drinks, valentines-day
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 74.09, max: 74.09, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Coral Gables
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Books & Books
- **lat**: 25.7505441
- **long**: -80.2599664
- **full address**: Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is A Chef Allen Valentine: Chocolate as Aroma, Spice, & Indulgence being held?
  - **A:** A Chef Allen Valentine: Chocolate as Aroma, Spice, & Indulgence takes place on Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing A Chef Allen Valentine: Chocolate as Aroma, Spice, & Indulgence?
  - **A:** A Chef Allen Valentine: Chocolate as Aroma, Spice, & Indulgence is organized by Books & Books.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** A Chef Allen Valentine: Chocolate as Aroma, Spice, & Indulgence is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Coral Gables, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If A Chef Allen Valentine: Chocolate as Aroma, Spice, & Indulgence sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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