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Holiday Chocolate Treats
Dec
7
2:15 PM14:15
Chocolate Tasting

Holiday Chocolate Treats

Learn dipping & layering techniques, how to make 3 projects, & a "non-technical" tempering method in this workshop.

We will also make a DF, GF hot chocolate beverage.

Attendees will have the opportunity to taste the gluten, dairy, soy & corn free goodies, learn basic chocolate techniques & receive an eBook with the recipes. 

Bonus content relating to the history of chocolate, confections & the environment :)

Registration is is appropriate for kids who are comfortable in the kitchen.

Workshop Outline

TechniqueProjectAllergen warningdippingFerrer Rocherhazelnuts & sunflower butter, honeydippingCookie Dough Trufflealmonds, coconut oil, honeylayeringPeppermint Barkcoconut oil

eBook recipes include:

  • Ferrer Rocher

  • Cookie Dough Truffles (cinnamon, spearmint, Pumpkin spice options) 

  • Peppermint Bark

Register here. Fee $55

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Chocolate Savoring with the 5 Senses in Walnut Creek, CA (Copy)
Dec
9
4:00 PM16:00
Chocolate Tasting

Chocolate Savoring with the 5 Senses in Walnut Creek, CA (Copy)

This is not your ordinary chocolate tasting class! It is for the chocolate enthusiasts who want:

  • to experience chocolate through the 5 senses

  • to deepen their knowledge of chocolate

  • to develop their tasting palate

  • to discuss pairing chocolate with other foods, drinks, & ingredients

  • to learn how to savor chocolate

  • to explore chocolate as a healthy food & to have fun in good company!

In this (up to 1.5 hr.) class, we will taste the base flavors for chocolate & up to 6 chocolate varieties.

The goal is that the cacao & chocolates tasted are non-GMO, organic & fair-trade products when possible. We will actively avoid high fructose corn syrup, refined sugars, ingredients that are harmful to the person & planet, & well-known commercial brands.

What's included:

  • cacao & chocolate for tasting

  • water & crackers / carrots for palate cleansing

  • chocolate savoring journal

*** Attendees have the option to add the book "Theobroma cacao: An Illustrated Guide to All Things Chocolate" by Mena to their class materials at a discounted price: Paperback $10 (regular $24.99), Hardcover $15 (regular $27.99)

Guidelines. For the best tasting experience, you are asked to:

  • Not eat or drink (water is ok) about 1 - 2 hrs. before the class so that your palate is ready for the tasting experience.

  • Not wear ANY scents / perfume or use scented personal care products so that we are able to fully enjoy the aromas of the chocolate.

Savoring with the 5 Senses
1. Explore chocolate’s appearance using the eyes.
2. Snap explores chocolate’s sound through the ears.
3. Explore chocolate’s aroma through the nose.
4. Mouthfeel explores touch with chocolate on the tongue.
5. Flavor explores chocolate through taste.

Register here Class fee: $55

* * * This class is appropriate for mature tweens & older. * * *

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Holiday Chocolate Treats on National Hot Chocolate Day
Dec
13
4:30 PM16:30
Chocolate Tasting

Holiday Chocolate Treats on National Hot Chocolate Day

Learn dipping & layering techniques, how to make 3 projects, & a "non-technical" tempering method in this workshop.

We will also make a DF, GF hot chocolate beverage.

Attendees will have the opportunity to taste the gluten, dairy, soy & corn free goodies, learn basic chocolate techniques & receive an eBook with the recipes. 

Bonus content relating to the history of chocolate, confections & the environment :)

Registration is is appropriate for kids who are comfortable in the kitchen.

Workshop Outline

TechniqueProjectAllergen warningdippingFerrer Rocherhazelnuts & sunflower butter, honeydippingCookie Dough Trufflealmonds, coconut oil, honeylayeringPeppermint Barkcoconut oil

eBook recipes include:

  • Ferrer Rocher

  • Cookie Dough Truffles (cinnamon, spearmint, Pumpkin spice options) 

  • Peppermint Bark

Register here. Fee $55

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Savoring Chocolate with the 5 Senses in Alameda, CA
Sep
27
5:30 PM17:30
Chocolate Tasting

Savoring Chocolate with the 5 Senses in Alameda, CA

This is not your ordinary chocolate tasting class! It is for the chocolate enthusiasts who want:

- to experience chocolate through the 5 senses
- to deepen their knowledge of chocolate
- to develop their tasting palate
- to discuss pairing chocolate with other foods, drinks, & ingredients
- to learn how to savor chocolate
- to explore chocolate as a healthy food
& to have fun in good company!

The class will be up to 1 hour & there are 2 parts:

- Cacao components where we will taste the base flavors for chocolate.
- Chocolates where we will enjoy up to 5 varieties &
a surprise treat.

The goal is that the cacao & chocolates tasted are non-GMO, organic & fair-trade products when possible. We will actively avoid high fructose corn syrup, refined sugars, ingredients that are harmful to the person & planet, & well-known commercial brands.

What's included:
- cacao & chocolate for tasting
- water & crackers / carrots for palate cleansing
- chocolate savoring journal

*** Attendees have the option to add the book "Theobroma cacao: An Illustrated Guide to All Things Chocolate" by Mena to their class materials at a discounted price: Paperback $10 (regular $24.99), Hardcover $15 (regular $27.99)

Guidelines. For the best tasting experience, you are asked to:

- Not eat or drink (water is ok) about 1 - 2 hrs. before the class so that your palate is ready for the tasting experience.
- Not wear ANY scents / perfume or use scented personal care products so that we are able to fully enjoy the aromas of the chocolate.

Savoring with the 5 Senses
1. Explore chocolate’s appearance using the eyes.
2. Snap explores chocolate’s sound through the ears.
3. Explore chocolate’s aroma through the nose.
4. Mouthfeel explores touch with chocolate on the tongue.
5. Flavor explores chocolate through taste.

Register here: https://l.bttr.to/5GqmD
Class fee: $55

* * * This class is appropriate for tweens & older. * * *

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Chocolate Savoring with the 5 Senses in Walnut Creek, CA
Sep
20
4:00 PM16:00
Chocolate Tasting

Chocolate Savoring with the 5 Senses in Walnut Creek, CA

This is not your ordinary chocolate tasting class! It is for the chocolate enthusiasts who want:

- to experience chocolate through the 5 senses
- to deepen their knowledge of chocolate
- to develop their tasting palate
- to discuss pairing chocolate with other foods, drinks, & ingredients
- to learn how to savor chocolate
- to explore chocolate as a healthy food
& to have fun in good company!

The class will be up to 1.5 hours & there are 2 parts:

- Cacao components where we will taste the base flavors for chocolate.
- Chocolates where we will enjoy up to 6 varieties.

The goal is that the cacao & chocolates tasted are non-GMO, organic & fair-trade products when possible. We will actively avoid high fructose corn syrup, refined sugars, ingredients that are harmful to the person & planet, & well-known commercial brands.

What's included:
- cacao & chocolate for tasting
- water & crackers / carrots for palate cleansing
- chocolate savoring journal

*** Attendees have the option to add the book "Theobroma cacao: An Illustrated Guide to All Things Chocolate" by Mena to their class materials at a discounted price: Paperback $10 (regular $24.99), Hardcover $15 (regular $27.99)

Guidelines. For the best tasting experience, you are asked to:

- Not eat or drink (water is ok) about 1 - 2 hrs. before the class so that your palate is ready for the tasting experience.
- Not wear ANY scents / perfume or use scented personal care products so that we are able to fully enjoy the aromas of the chocolate.

Savoring with the 5 Senses
1. Explore chocolate’s appearance using the eyes.
2. Snap explores chocolate’s sound through the ears.
3. Explore chocolate’s aroma through the nose.
4. Mouthfeel explores touch with chocolate on the tongue.
5. Flavor explores chocolate through taste.

Register here: https://l.bttr.to/eJRB1
Class fee: $55

* * * This class is appropriate for mature tweens & older. * * *

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