IMPORTANT UPDATE January 1 , 2021
Our workshops / classes have again been postponed until such time as the State Health Department gives the all clear for restaurants and group gatherings. We will continue to update this site as new information comes available.
One of the best things to do in Santa Fe!
2019 Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence!
Looking for something fun and different to do in Santa Fe? Try one of our Chocolate Culinary Classes, Workshops & Special Tastings.
Other classes include our flagship 2 hour "Food of the Gods" Chocolate Immersion Workshop.(Sat 1;00-3:00 PM)
You can access the BOOKING Calendar on the top of our home page for dates and times of the Months events. ALL classes and tours require advance registration, we can not accommodate walk-ins or large groups at this time.
Individual families may request days other than what is listed. Drop us an email or call Melanie at 505-471-0891
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Looking for other authentic experiences, or lodging in Santa Fe? We recommend this great resource- Santa Fe Selection , the complete travel guide to authentic Santa Fe. They publish a terrific map, officially adopted by the Visitor Bureau.
In House groups Currently on Hold but you might consider a ZOOM tasting for your corporate group. We will mail you bars and a tasting wheel in advance and take you on a virtual tour of the farms in Dominican Republic and Ecuador that we work with) We will guide you through the process of tasting fine chocolate.
SCHOOLS, SCOUTS, Seniors & MORE...Delicious educational fun!
We cater to school groups, family reunions and even workplace team building looking for a fun and educational experience. Chocolate opens the door to discussions about world economics, poverty, farming challenges, human exploitation , food chain and shipping logistics, product labeling, marketing, product development and enjoyment. Our hands on making and tastings , sprinkled with history and manufacturing present a stimulating atmosphere for these discussions to take place.
Chocolate tastings are a wonderful way to educate your palate, while taking a culinary journey around the equator. A perfect activity for couples, friends and mom's or dad's looking for educational entertainment for their children. Who doesn't love Chocolate? Learn to distinguish Craft chocolate from Mass market chocolate and why and how to choose it. Learn a little chocolate history.
We offer different types of tastings based on flights of origins, single origins & cacao percentage. Its fun and entertaining and you'll certainly get your chocolate fix. Gluten free? No problem, our chocolates contain no gluten.
Looking for more fun things to do in Santa Fe? 3 blocks away is Meow Wolf, one of the most exciting interactive arts projects in the US. They have compiled an excellent visitor guide, Visit Santa Fe NM which you can access here.
EDUCATORS! We have partnered with Meow Wolf to offer a 50% discount on classes to cardholding NM Educators. Read more about this program and other participating partners here.
Our booking calendar is LIVE and currently taking reservations for the Tours and Workshops listed below. Use the BOOK NOW button at the top of the page or the booking link in each class below. The Booking Calendar (follow the link on the home page) will show dates and time of course offerings. Questions? Call us at 505- 471-0891
Food of the Gods-Our signature 2 hour Chocolate Immersion Workshop. We guarantee you will never look at chocolate the same way after participating in this fun hands- on chocolate experience.Empower yourself with the knowledge to understand the chocolate you are buying for your family.
Led by Master Chocolatier Melanie Boudar you will learn about the cacao tree where its grown, the challenges farmers face growing cacao and how it's harvested. What gives chocolate it's flavor? The post harvest practices like fermentation and drying of the beans and finally the critical roasting step which we do in our factory. Participants can crack, winnow and grind beans into a paste suitable to make a drinking chocolate. You will chose spices and sweetness , creating your own signature drink.
After enjoying your handiwork we will do a guided tasting of 6 unique chocolates from different origins.
Our time is sprinkled with interesting chocolate facts, an overview of Meso-American chocolate history , a tour of our working chocolate making equipment in the factory and the many adventures we've experienced on our quest for fine chocolate in Venezuela, Belize, Ecuador, Peru, Mexico and Europe.
Follow the booking link to our calendar for exact times and direct booking.
Factory Tour and Tasting
* Not available at this time*
See and learn about the process of chocolate making in a one hour Guided tour of our Chocolate Production facility including roasting, winnowing, grinding, and tempering of Chocolate. Taste cacao beans and cacao juice. Sample a variety of our hand made bars or other products produced on this equipment.
Tours are offered most Saturdays at 11:00AM.
Please call to confirm the tour will be available or if you have a larger private party and need a different day/time.
Coffee Workshops
Led by Derek - Chocolate Maker and Roast Master
Class will cover various topics in coffee evaluation and appreciation.
Subject will change and only one subject will be covered per class
Subjects include:
-cupping and evaluation
-roasting profiles
- espresso preparation and technique
- Brewing options and characteristics
These workshops are offered on a special occasion basis Saturday from 10:30AM till noon. Limited to 10 people. Cost $25.00 per person includes: cupping, instruction and 1 x 12 oz bag of coffee.
Chocolate Tasting Flight-
Join us on a chocolate tasting Flight to discover the differences in Single origins around the world. Featuring 7 fine Craft Chocolate Makers and chocolate from Vietnam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Madagascar, Peru, Hawaii and Venezuela. These classes can be booked as a special event for your group.
Cost $25 per person,Limited to 5 people. Length- 1 hr. Call us 505-471-0891 or contact us using the form.
Private Party tastings-
Book a Private Chocolate Tasting for your next dinner party or event. Chocolate can be paired with wine if desired. Each event is different and conducted by Master Chocolatier & Cacao Farmer Melanie Boudar. Please email.
Girlfriend's Day Out & Special Events
Looking for a fun girlfriend getaway day? Let us design a fun afternoon filled with chocolate from a guided to tasting or making your own truffles, Customized events start at $60/per person.
Use the contact form to the right enquire about pricing and availability for your unique event.
