As most Libyans are very fond of social occasions and such social gatherings are frequent events that occur on daily basis, the industry associated with hospitality at home has developed rapidly with the development of the Libyan community which has experienced huge changes to the better side of good lifestyle, when is happy to observe.

Chocolate and other kinds of confectionery are consumed on daily basis as people visit each other almost daily and there are no formalities between them when it comes to social contacts and relations. They need no prior appointment to come and visit each other especially when there is a good cause for that.

In addition to the regular visits of relatives and friends at which chocolates are served with tea, coffee or indeed soft-drinks, there are numerous occasions when chocolate is served to guests such as the following occasions:

• Major Religious feasts.

• The holy month of Ramadan when people fast during daytime and socialize at night.

• Weddings.

• Engagement Parties.

• Circumcision of male children.

• Birthday Parties for the younger generations regularly held by affluent Libyans.

• Graduation Parties.

• Various Social gatherings held on regular basis.

• Social Seasonal outings such as during spring school holiday.

• Summer vacations spent on the beach when such sweets are consumed in large quantities.

• Other social occasions such as when someone moves to a new home.

• The Birth of a new baby.

When someone falls sick, or has an accident of some sort and then recovers people visit each other for the good recovery of good health.

All these happy occasions are a cause of celebration and rejoicing. This necessitates hospitality in line with Libyan traditions and generosity that is so deeply-rooted in this society. So when people share each other's happiness, they want to do it in style and this is reflected in the manner in which we show our guests how hospitable we are towards.