Chocolate history workshop Ghent
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 45min
- Price from
- $79 / person
- Location
- Ghent, Belgium
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 41 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Chocolade Ambassade
- Meeting point
- Chocolade Ambassadejust 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.
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 11:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 30
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $79
In demand: 10 of the next 20 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
What's included
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
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
41 reviews
How it compares in Ghent
- Rated higher than 86% of 44 reviewed tours in Ghent
- No. 22 by number of reviews among 141 tours in Ghent
- Starting price $79 is 17% above the typical $67 for tours of similar length in Ghent
Excurgo comparison of 141 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chocolate history workshop Ghent take?
Chocolate history workshop Ghent lasts about 1h 45min.
How much does Chocolate history workshop Ghent cost?
Prices start at $79 per person for this Ghent experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Chocolate history workshop Ghent run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 11:00 AM.
Does Chocolate history workshop Ghent sell out?
It can: 10 of the next 20 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Chocolate history workshop Ghent for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Chocolate history workshop Ghent offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
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.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
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.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(41)
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