Chocolate history workshop Ghent

Name: Chocolate history workshop Ghent
Brand: Viator
Price: 81.05 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (40 reviews)

5.0(40)1 hr 45 minEnglishBook 1 day aheadGhent, Belgium

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Ever wanted to make your own chocolate? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll grind cacao beans into chocolate, just like the Maya and Aztecs once did. Create your own chocolate bar and discover the pure flavours of cacao. As you work, you’ll also dive into the fascinating history of Belgian chocolate - from ancient chocolate drinks to the first bonbons.

During this workshop, you’ll: • Taste a chocolate drink recipe dating back 5,000 years • Transform cacao beans into chocolate yourself • Recreate a 17th-century hot chocolate recipe • Indulge in chocolate delicacies enjoyed by historical figures across centuries • Discover chocolate’s origins as medicine • Enjoy chocolate bonbons, including the iconic seashells

Please note: This is not a chocolate-making class focused on techniques like tempering, melting, or shaping chocolate into truffles or bonbons. Instead, participants will create chocolate from scratch by grinding cacao beans.

Included

English guide is licensed/certified
Hot chocolate with recipe
water
Belgian artisanal chocolates from different chocolate makers
cacao products
Chocolate bar crafted by yourself from cacao beans

Not included

transportation

What you'll do

Please note for this activity, we only welcome children aged 12 and older
Personal small-group experience - welcome to our cozy tasting room, where we host small groups of up to 8 guests for an intimate and personalised experience. Different chocolatiers in one place -This tasting is a unique opportunity to sample artisanal chocolates from top chocolatiers located throughout Belgium- all within the span of just on hour. Explore the diversity of belgian chocolate and discover which style of chocolate fits you best, without the need to travel around. 3 activities in one -Our tasting isn’t just about savouring chocolates; it’s an interactive experience where you will delve into the rich history of Belgian chocolate. Learn everything about its origins and evolution. It’s the perfect alternative or complement to visiting a chocolate museum. Afterwards, there is also an opportunity to do some chocolate shopping if you wish. In the heart of Ghent -We are located in the historic centre of Ghent, around the corner of the Gravensteen castle & a 5-min walk from Graslei & Korenlei. This means the tasting can be easily combined with a day of sightseeing.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Chocolade Ambassade: just around the corner of the Gravensteen castle , look for the tallest traditional Flemish "stairs" house. Please make sure to arrive in time, preferably 10 minutes before the start of the activity.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Due to the fact that our shop is located in a historical building, it is not easily accessible by wheelchair. If you use a wheelchair or you have any other support needs, contact us beforehand so we can look together what we can do to make this experience accessible for you.
This activity takes place in a chocolate shop. The tasting room temperature is around 18°C to maintain the quality of the chocolate. We would advise to bring a sweater if you are easily cold.
For this activity, we only welcome children aged 12 and older. The reason is that participants will be making their own chocolate by manually grinding cacao beans, which requires a certain amount of physical strength.
This activity requires “normal” strength in your hands and wrists. If you experience reduced strength (for example due to rheumatism or arthritis) grinding the beans may be challenging.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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