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THE CULINARY THEATER

The Culinary Theater at Salon du Chocolat NYC is where chocolate and confectionery dreams come to life!

Volunteer at Salon du Chocolat NYC!

We’re looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to be part of Salon du Chocolat NYC, March 21-23, 2025, at the Javits Center. This is your chance to go behind the scenes of the world’s most delicious event, assist top chefs, and be part of an unforgettable experience.

Culinary Theater - Backstage Volunteers

Calling all culinary students! Work alongside celebrity chefs, assisting with food prep and plating, and help distribute samples after each live demonstration.

Spots are limited, so sign up now! We have multiple shifts available, but only serious volunteers should apply—please don’t take a spot if you’re unsure you can commit. Volunteers must be 18 or older, and we are counting on you to show up as scheduled.

Sign up HERE – Don't miss your chance to be part of the sweetest event of the year!

Check back frequently for updates on our culinary experts, and demonstration dates & times! 
12:30PM - 1:15PM
Chocolate Tasting
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Jenny Samaniego

Founder 
Conexión Chocolate

1:30PM - 2:15PM
White Chocolate Tart
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Luisa DeGirolamo

Chef Instructor, Pastry & Baking Arts
Institute of Culinary Education

2:30PM - 3:15PM
Carupano: Venezuelan Dark Chocolate, Crêpes, Acacia Honey, and Cocoa Nibs
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Shaun Velez

Executive Pastry Chef
Restaurant Daniel

3:30PM - 4:30PM
Ron's Chocolate Cake
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Ron Ben-Israel

Chef / Owner
Ron Ben-Israel Cakes

4:45PM - 5:30PM
Chocolate Infusions: Coffee, Matcha, Pumpkin Spice
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Victor Gelman

Chocolatier/Owner
Warwick Chocolate 

5:45PM - 7:00PM
Chocolatina's German Chocolate Pie
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Martin Howard

Chocolatina, Queen of the Dessert
The Pie Queen

Ron Ben-Isreal
Jacques Torres
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