Created by Fred Sirieix, general manager at Galvin at Windows (London), five years ago, ‘Chocs for Chance’ has raised over £25,000 to-date for the industry charity Galvin’s Chance, which helps young people secure permanent employment in the hospitality industry.

The 2019 auction is open until 4 February, with chocolates from top UK chefs up for grabs, including: Nuno Mendes (Chiltern Firehouse); chocolatier Paul A Young; Jean-Philippe Blondet (Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester); and Dominique Ansel, World’s Best Pastry Chef 2017 (Dominique Ansel Bakery).

There is also a raffle running until 11 February at £4 per ticket.

As well as more chocolate to be won, the star prize - an exclusive box designed by Sirieix and Saturday brunch for two at Michelin-starred restaurant, Galvin at Windows – is among prizes.

Sirieix said: “Spoil a loved one this Valentine’s with exquisite chocolates made by the UK’s best chefs and chocolatiers, and share your love by supporting Galvin’s Chance.

“Galvin’s Chance is amazing because it is about the industry giving a chance to young people.

“We believe success is contextual and so if you give people guidance, opportunities, and support, they will succeed. That is why we do it.”

For more information, to place a bid or buy a raffle ticket, visit: https://chocsforchance.org/chocs2019/.