Imagine a cool evening in November, Park Street is twinkling and there's a queue of pudding lovers outside a much-loved chocolate house, quietly whispering among themselves and wondering what on earth the menu might treat them to. It's about 8pm on a Saturday and we're all about to head inside Mrs Potts Chocolate House in Bristol for a private 'Pudding Club' experience.
Inside, sparkling lights and Christmas decorations adorn the ceiling and tables, and a playlist of Christmas songs fills the air. We're seated at our tables like VIPs, laid with Mrs Potts' own Christmas crackers, candles, baubles and a mysterious palette of edible paints.
As well as offering up baked goods, handmade chocolate treats and some of the best hot chocolate around, Mrs Potts Chocolate House often treats customers to the chance to attend their own seasonal dining experience, treating them to Valentine's goodies, autumnal favourites and, as was our own experience, all things Mrs Potts Christmas.