Brussels: Belgian Chocolate Making Workshop with Tastings

This is a bean-to-bar Belgian chocolate workshop in Brussels, suitable for chocolate enthusiasts seeking hands-on craft experience.

Highlights

• Create your own chocolates with guidance from a certified bean-to-bar chocolate maker
• Learn about the entire bean-to-bar chocolate-making process
• Taste premium origin cacao from various countries
• Handle a fresh cacao pod and sample fresh cacao beans
• Receive a 20% discount on all chocolates in the store

Description

Join an exclusive workshop led by certified artisan chocolatiers officially recognized by the Belgian Federal Government. During this hands-on session, craft your own assortment of chocolates including mendiants, truffles, and a personalized chocolate bar, all elegantly packaged to take home.

Explore the journey of cacao from tropical plantations to the Brussels workshop. Experience rare tastings of raw cacao beans, fresh cacao pulp, and pure cacao mass, offering a unique sensory insight into chocolate's origins. The workshop uses premium bean-to-bar chocolate sourced ethically, guaranteeing no deforestation, no child labor, and fair income for farmers. Thirty percent of your ticket price supports these farmers.

The workshop is held in a modern training center designed for comfort and immersion. It is conducted entirely in English, with staff also speaking French and Italian. This experience is ideal for travelers interested in authenticity and craftsmanship.

Includes

• Organic cacao from small, traceable farms
• Hot chocolate (in winter) or chocolate granita (in summer)
• Glass of Champagne (if VIP upgrade selected)
• Embroidered apron with logo (if VIP upgrade selected)
• Chocolate tastings including cacao liqueur (non-alcoholic, 100% dark chocolate)
• Take-home box for your handcrafted chocolates
• Laboratory visit (if VIP upgrade selected)
• Premium quality chocolate from Haiti (Grand Anse)
• Guided explanation of bean-to-bar chocolate making process
• Create your own chocolate bar, mendiants, and truffles
• Taste various origin cacaos and fresh cacao pod juices
• Visit the bean-to-bar machinery after the workshop
• Receive a 20% discount on all chocolates in the store

Excludes

• Apron (unless VIP upgrade selected)

Important Information

• Tickets will be checked at the booking desk, where you will receive a wristband for workshop access. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled start time.
• The training center is a 2-minute (200 m) walk from the meeting point.
• Hairnets are provided on arrival and must be worn during the workshop.
• Please notify staff of any food allergies or intolerances upon arrival.

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable clothing and plan to attend during weekdays to avoid weekend crowds. Booking in advance is recommended, especially for VIP upgrades.