Overview
Dive into the art of chocolate making! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to work with chocolate, stabilize it with ease, and craft a variety of delicious fillings to create your own gourmet chocolate candies.

What You Will Learn
Tempering & Stabilizing: Techniques to achieve the perfect shine and snap in your chocolates
Filling Fundamentals: How to prepare a range of fillings—from smooth praline to rich caramels—while maintaining balance of flavor and texture
Flavor Pairing: Tips for combining chocolate with complementary flavors like coconut and fruit to create layered taste experiences
Ganache Mastery: Understanding ratios, emulsification, and how to achieve a silky, stable ganache with high-quality couverture chocolate

Weekly Recipes:

06 April 2026
- PRALINE D’OR (GOLDEN PRALINE)

13 April 2026
- CARAMEL ÉTOILE (STARRY CARAMEL)

20 April 2026
- COCO ROYALE (Coconut Ganache)

27 April 2026
- TRESOR FONDANT (MELTING TREASURE)

04 May 2026
- PRALINE D’OR (GOLDEN PRALINE)

11 May 2026
- CARAMEL ÉTOILE (STARRY CARAMEL)

18 May 2026
- COCO ROYALE (Coconut Ganache)

What to Expect:
Our École Ducasse recreational pastry classes are designed to make baking a delightful and inspiring experience. Under the guidance of our expert chefs, you’ll learn essential techniques to achieve perfect textures, create stunning finishes, and bring professional flair to your creations. Along the way, you’ll explore healthy recipes, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and uncover the joy of developing a rewarding new hobby in a warm and welcoming environment.

Class Details:
• Duration: 2  hours (check individual bookings for exact times)
• Arrival: Arrive up to 30 minutes before your class to check in at reception. Take your time at the end – you might be too busy enjoying your delicious creations!
• Class Size: Maximum 12 guests.

What’s Included:
• Expert guidance from our chef instructors and assistants
• All ingredients and equipment provided for use during the session
• École Ducasse apron to wear during the session
• Recipe folder, class recipes, and a certificate of completion
• Welcome drink
• Takeaway containers for your creations (feel free to bring your own or a cool bag if traveling far)
• Exclusive Discounts: On the day of your short course, enjoy a 10% discount at the café and retail (5% discount on books).

Note: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
Note: If a class does not meet the minimum participation requirement, our team will inform registered participants at least 48 hours in advance to arrange a reschedule.