Record attendance at the Chocolate Festival 2024: 250,000 visitors celebrate Tabasco's cocoa riches
19-11-24
The Chocolate Festival 2024, held November 14-17 at Tabasco “Dora María” Park, reached a historic milestone by welcoming 250,000 visitors, consolidating its position as one of the region's most emblematic events. This thirteenth edition not only exceeded expectations in terms of attendance, but also highlighted the cultural and economic importance of cocoa in Tabasco.
Under the slogan “Roots that Connect,” the festival paid tribute to Tabasco's cocoa tradition, offering attendees a variety of activities that highlighted the state's cultural and gastronomic richness. Visitors were able to enjoy exhibitions of handmade chocolate products, tastings of typical dishes, traditional cooking demonstrations and cultural shows that reflected Tabasco's identity.
More than 400 exhibitors and 220 producers, including beneficiaries of the Sembrando Vida program, participated in the event, showcasing the diversity and quality of cocoa-derived products. The presence of these producers not only enriched the festival's offerings, but also evidenced the state government's commitment to boosting the cocoa sector.
Among the most outstanding activities was the “Duelo de Fogones”, a culinary competition between traditional cooks who presented innovative recipes using cocoa and chocolate. In addition, the “Chocopasaporte” allowed attendees to tour the different stands, accumulating stamps that could be exchanged for prizes, encouraging interaction and discovery of the festival's offerings.
The record number of visitors had a positive impact on the local economy, benefiting sectors such as hotels, gastronomy and commerce. The festival not only promoted the consumption of local products, but also positioned Tabasco as an attractive tourist destination, highlighting its cultural richness and cocoa tradition.
During the inauguration of the festival, Governor Javier May Rodríguez highlighted the importance of events like this to promote the attractions and strengthen the state's economy. He announced the planting of 50,000 hectares of new cocoa plantations and the construction of a processing plant, initiatives that seek to revitalize cocoa production and position Tabasco as a leader in the sector.
The success of the Chocolate Festival 2024 sets a precedent for future editions, evidencing the interest and active participation of the community and visitors. The combination of tradition, innovation and government commitment augurs a promising future for the cocoa sector in Tabasco, consolidating the festival as a cultural and economic reference in the region.
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