# Interactive Children's Chocolate Courses Cocoa Runners Launched a Virtual Kid's Chocolate Course By Francesca Mercurio | Published 2021-08-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocoa-runners References: [confectionerynews](https://www.confectionerynews.com/Article/2021/08/09/Cocoa-Runners-launches-new-Tasting-Learning-Course-for-young-chocolate-fans?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS) The UK-based chocolate retailer [Cocoa Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocoa-legato) launched an all-new [virtual tasting experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gold-bunny) for young chocolate enthusiasts. The Tasting and Learning Short Course is an interactive virtual program for children aged seven to 12. It was developed by Nick Saxby, a former school teacher and current Communications and Business Manager at Cocoa Runners, who wanted to design a mini-curriculum course that will expose young children to the world of [craft chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portland-craft-chocolate-festival). The course consists of three 45-minute sessions and covers a range of subjects such as the history and evolution of chocolate, the science behind chocolate, and the social impact. Cocoa Runners has made sure that the virtual sessions are interactive and exploratory and avoid a lecture-heavy program. Image Credit: Thinkstock Images ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Virtual Learning for Children:** Opportunity for businesses to create interactive and educational virtual programs for kids. - **Interactive Tasting Experiences:** Opportunity for retailers to innovate their tasting experiences and engage customers in a fun and educational way. - **Craft and Artisanal Food Education:** Opportunity to educate a younger generation on the value and impact of small-batch and artisanal food production. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Chocolate Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to engage with a younger audience with educational and interactive tasting experiences. - **Education:** Opportunity for educators to create virtual programs that are both fun and educational for children. - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity to educate children on the importance and environmental impact of small-batch and artisanal food production. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chocolate Education Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocotastery.md) - [Educational Almond Chocolate Classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-butter-and-chocolate-masterclass.md) - [Virtual Chocolate Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-chocolate-store.md) - [Kid-Friendly Functional Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funcho-kids.md) - [Paintable Easter Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-kit-easter-edition.md) - [Luxurious Chocolate Tasting Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-coffee-tasting.md) - [Chocolate Tasting Subscription Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-subscription-box.md) - [Chocolate Tasting Flights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-flights.md) - [Gourmet Chocolate Tasting Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-chocolate.md)