2025 ChefShop Events — Seattle Tastings & Meet-the-Maker Nights

October 16, 2025

Discover the joy of flavor with ChefShop’s in-store events in Seattle. From seasonal tastings to meet-the-maker gatherings, our events bring together food lovers, local chefs, and artisan producers. Whether you’re exploring estate olive oils, learning about craft chocolate, or sampling holiday panettone, each event is a delicious way to connect with real ingredients and exceptional flavor. Looking for things to do in Seattle this weekend? Stop by—we host free tastings and special events throughout the year.

2025 Events

Saturday - Sunday, December 13 - 14 – From Pantry to Party: A Holiday Tasting Event

Join us for FREE afternoon tastings of snacks, appetizers, and gourmet ingredients for holiday entertaining. Taste, shop, and get inspired for the season! 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday

⮞ Pantry to Party event info

Friday - Sunday, November 28 - 30 – Taste of the Cakes

Our biggest event of the year! We'll have a spread of all our favorite Panettone, Panforte, Fruitcake, and more holiday treats for sampling. ⁠10:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday

⮞ Taste of the Cakes event info

Saturday - Sunday, November 15 - 16 – Chocolate Tasting

Stop by to sample two new chocolate makers! Taste the bold Jamaican flavors of Likkle More bean-to-bar chocolate, plus discover your new must-have chocolate spread from Allo Simonne in Montreal. 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday

⮞ November Chocolate Tasting event info

Saturday, October 25 – Chocolate Tasting

Two chances to taste chocolate for FREE this month! Stop by to taste craft chocolate from Ara Chocolat, Levêlez, Nomé Chocolate, and more! 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

⮞ October Chocolate Tasting event info

Thursday, October 2 – Meet the Makers Chocolate Tasting

Our 3rd annual Meet the Makers event, where we welcome craft chocolate makers into the shop to share samples and stories with our customers. This year we're excited to host four different makers! You won't want to miss this chance to taste all their wonderful chocolate. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 31 – Winter Parmigiano-Reggiano Tasting

We decided this time to order an extra wheel of Winter Milk Mountain Parmigiano-Reggiano. Honestly, we were tired of having no Parm left for ourselves or for our local store customers, so we're changing that this time around. We will have some Winter Parm available to taste, and smaller pieces available for sale in the store. 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturdays, May 3 & May 10 – Flavor Bar Highlights - Balsamico

We are clearing the Flavor Bar of its Olive Oil for two weekends to make way for Balsamic Vinegar, including the very elusive 100-year from La Vecchia Dispensa! 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 12 – Taste of the Colomba

Similar to our famous holiday Panettone tasting event during the holidays, but this time we will have Colomba, Panettone's Easter cousin, available for tasting. 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 22 – Craft Chocolate Tasting

Stop by to taste a selection of bars from six of our craft chocolate makers. 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

How to Attend ChefShop Events

All ChefShop Seattle events are free, unless otherwise noted. No tickets or reservations needed—just drop in during event hours.

📍 LOCATION:
ChefShop Retail Shop, 1425 Elliott Ave West, Seattle, 98119 (Interbay / Lower Queen Anne)

🚗 PARKING:
Easy, free parking just north of the store in the Elliott Junction gravel lot.

📧 GET NOTIFIED:
Want first dibs on tastings and events? Join our newsletter below for upcoming events, maker visits, and seasonal “what to taste now.”

Visit the ChefShop Flavor Bar—Taste Every Day in Seattle

At ChefShop, you don’t have to wait for a special event to taste something extraordinary. Our in-store Flavor Bar is open daily, offering free tastings of our favorite ingredients. You’ll always find a lineup of exceptional olive oils, plus a rotating selection of featured products—from aged balsamic vinegars to craft chocolates, and more.

Stop by anytime to explore how great ingredients should really taste. The Flavor Bar is open whenever the store is open—no ticket or RSVP required.

Follow @ChefShopSeattle on Instagram to see what’s on the tasting bar this week.

FAQ

Do I need tickets or reservations?
No. Our events are free unless noted—just drop in during event hours.

Are events family-friendly?
Yes! Kids are welcome. Please supervise little tasters.

Is there parking?
Yes—free parking in the Elliott Junction gravel lot just north of the shop.

How can I get notified about upcoming events?
Sign up for our newsletter below and follow @ChefShopSeattle on Instagram.

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