Chocolate makers will be tempting shoppers with irresistible treats when Kingston’s markets hold a discovery evening tonight.

Montezuma’s, Patisserie Valerie, Hotel Chocolat, ShakeAway, Thornton’s and Bentalls will take over the ground floor of the Market House to sell their chocolates.

Elsewhere traders in the Ancient Marketplace, traditional Christmas market, and Eden Craft and Gift Fair will also be selling fruit and veg, mulled wine and handmade crafts ideal for presents.

Ros Morgan, chief executive of Kingstonfirst, said: “Chocolate is a real favourite for all the family at Christmas and we are looking forward to hosting some of the finest chocolate brands in the Market House during the evening.”