Chocolate 101+

What you don’t know…

Chocolate 101:

Chocolate 101 participants will learn the many facets of chocolate, from the bean to the bar, and taste samples of different beans, origins, manufacturers, and percentages of cocoa.

And … as we believe that chocolate goes with everything, you will taste some of the our bestselling blended bars, such as our Maple caramelized Bacon with Espresso, Lavender, Sea Salt & Triple Peppercorns, Sour Cherry with Chili, and more. In addition, participants receive 10% off purchases that eve.

Please note that we confirm spots in order of email request. Availability changes with demand – please check back regularly.

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Note that you must give 48 hours notice for cancellation or full value of voucher is forfeited.

Chocolate 201:

- a series of classes that dig a little deeper into the world of chocolate. If you’ve taken a chocolate-tasting class before, then here’s an opportunity for you to dig a little deeper into topics of interest. If you’re a newbie to chocolate, don’t fear—you’ll do just fine in these sessions.

Classes are small to encourage discussion.

Chocolate Matters: Beyond Fair Trade and Organic
REGISTER: http://chocolate-matters.eventbrite.com
Friday, May 18, 2012 – 6:30–7:45 p.m.
Many people buy Fair Trade-certified chocolate because they believe that it’s better, more sustainable or more ethically produced. But is it enough? In this class, we’ll talk about Fair Trade, Direct Trade and organic chocolate and what they mean for the producer, the chocolate maker and the consumer. And, of course, how does it relate to flavour?

Train Your Palate: Guided and Blind Chocolate Tasting
REGISTER: http://train-palate-chocolate-tasting.eventbrite.com
Friday, May 25, 2012 – 6:30–7:45 p.m.
There are two parts to having a good palate: one is being able to taste, the other is finding the vocabulary to describe it. In this two-part class, you’ll learn how to do both. First, we’ll do a guided tasting to demonstrate some common flavours in chocolate. Then, see how you do in a blind tasting.

The Good, The Bad and the Ugly: Can You Taste the Difference in Chocolate?
REGISTER: http://good-bad-ugly-chocolate.eventbrite.com
Friday, June 8, 2012 – 6:30–7:45 p.m.
Most people understand that there’s a difference between handcrafted chocolate, made in small batches and free of junk; and a mass-produced candy bar stuffed full of preservatives, wax and unpronounceable ingredients. But can you taste the difference? In this class, we’ll do a blind tasting of chocolates of different quality and price tags. See what your tastebuds tell you.

Viva Venezuela!
REGISTER: http://viva-venezuela-chocolate-tasting.eventbrite.com
Friday, June 15, 2012 – 6:30–7:45 p.m.
Since the 1600s, Venezuela has been home to some of the world’s best cacao. Today, there’s remarkable diversity in the cacao that comes from this country. In this class, we’ll taste a smattering of chocolate from different growing regions in Venezuela.

For private sessions, please contact us directly. We also partner up with wine, beer, & scotch experts to offer fun & delicious pairing events. Email for additional information. Thanks!

Hodie & XOXO Team