Death by Chocolate Tea and Tour 2026

Death by Chocolate is an immersive tea experience inspired by the darker side of chocolate history—true tales of crime, scandal, and unexpected twists, all connected to the world’s most irresistible indulgence.

Enjoy a decadent journey of fine teas and extraordinary chocolate as stories from chocolate’s surprising and sometimes sinister past unfold.

Sinfully sweet. Deliciously dark.

The menu will showcase a rich selection of handcrafted chocolate desserts and confections, served alongside black and herbal teas from the Puddings and Biscakes collection.  Seating will be community-style, but guests who book together will be seated together.  This experience is ideally suited for guests to join on their own or with others.

Important Information, Please Read:

• Please be advised that the mansion tour requires long periods of standing and a flight of stairs. 
• A limited number of tickets are available for each event, and events do sell out. 
• Please arrive 15 minutes before the entry time on your ticket. If you are late, we will do our best to accommodate you, but we cannot guarantee it.
• Check-in at the Welcome Center.
• All ticket purchases are non-refundable.
• A Grounds Pass is not needed if you already have a Tour or Event Ticket. 
• Not recommended for children under 18 years of age.
• No large bags or backpacks allowed in the mansion.

About Bridget Bray

Bridget Bray has curated a myriad of events centered on food, heritage, and history, and runs several special-interest community groups, including Rivertown Social and Afternoon Tea, Sweets and Treats. In 2024, Bridget launched Puddings and Biscakes (www.puddingsandbiscakes.com), a collection of thoughtfully designed and crafted lifestyle goods and experiences that include loose-leaf fine teas and giftware featuring her artwork. She is a board member of the Culinary Historians of New York and is based in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY.