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Workshops & Parties
We run a variety of workshops and parties at our production kitchen in Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire. All classes are run by our Head Chocolatier and Founder, Julie Devonald, and are geared towards introducing professional techniques and bringing out the creativity of participants. We use the same quality Belgian chocolate we use in all our products, so your creations will be as delicious as they are beautiful!
AGES 6 - 10
Children's party
A fun experience for younger kids; they'll get to be creative and take home their own chocolate creations, eliminating the need for party bags!
The guests will:
- Listen to a simple story of chocolate from bean to bar and participate in an informal tasting
- Paint and decorate a giant chocolate lollipop
- Decorate chocolate buttons with a variety of toppings
- Take part in a fun quiz while the chocolate sets
- Package up their creations to take home
Guests will be provided with a light snack and refreshments.
At least one adult must be present throughout the entirety of the party.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price: £30 per head (min 6, max 10 guests)
AGES 11-15
Children's party
The perfect way for young chocaholics to celebrate with friends!
The guests will:
- Learn the story of chocolate from bean to bar and take part in an informal tasting
- Produce their own painted figurine from a range of options
- Pipe and decorate chocolate buttons with their favourite chocolate
OR
- Design, flavour and decorate a 250 gram chocolate tile
- Package up their chocolate creations to take home
Guests will be provided with a light snack and refreshments.
At least one adult must be present throughout the entirety of the party.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Price: £35 per head (min 6, max 10 guests)
AGES 16 AND UP
Adult's party
Whatever the occasion, whether birthday party or baby shower, our fun and creative workshop is the perfect way to get people together.
The guests will:
- Learn the story of chocolate from bean to bar and participate in an informal tasting
- Flavour, pipe and decorate your own chocolate thins
- Decorate their own chocolate bonbon mould with lustre powders and colours, before filling with a ready prepared ganache or gianduja to make 21 truffles
- Package their truffles and chocolate thins in boxes and bags for a professional finish
We will provide provide refreshments, teas and coffees.
Duration: 2.5 - 3 hours
Price: £55 per head (min 4, max 8 guests)
ADULT'S CLASS
Decorative techniques
For those who already have a good working knowledge of chocolate. We'll teach you a variety of decorative techniques, and with a maximum class size of 4 people, we can tailor the course to you and address your individual needs!
Participants will:
- Learn a variety of decorative techniques, including spraying, piping, and working with lustres and colours.
- Recommend our favourite tried and tested ingredients and the specialist pieces of equipment we like to use.
- Practice the techniques learned on a collection of moulds.
We will provide provide drinks and a light lunch.
Duration: 9am - 5pm
Price on request
WORKSHOPS AND PARTIES
General information
Availability: Please make an enquiry to discuss available dates. We have limited availability during peak production periods.
Payment information: A deposit of £50 will be required to secure your booking. Deposits are non-refundable unless in the unlikely event that The Chocolate Libertine cancels your booking. We require the remaining balance and a confirmation of numbers one week before the party. After this point we will be unable to offer a refund for cancellations or decrease of numbers, and will not be able to accommodate extra guests.
Allergies: Unfortunately, our parties are not suitable for children suffering with nut, peanut, dairy, soya or gluten allergies.
Parking: We have ample off-street parking on our premises.
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