Chocolate Masterclass Level 1
Join us for our NEW Level 1 Chocolate Masterclass: Fundamentals of chocolate!
This class is great for absolute beginners! And you will achieve all this in just ONE day! Wow!
This is a 2 hour class.
In this 2 hour introductory level class you will learn:
- The science of chocolate
- Theory behind why and how to temper chocolate
- Tips and tricks on mastering efficiency
- How to create shelf stable chocolate treats
- How to lean into your creativity!
Students will create an array impressive chocolate confections including:
- Hand piped mendiants with an array of elegant inclusions
- Efficiently dipped pretzels
- Crunchy corn flake rochers
- Hazelnut dragées spiked with cinnamon
ALLERGENS: This class contains tree nuts, coconut and sesame seeds.May contain peanuts.
Pictures are for display purposes only.
All ingredients and equipment is provided, you do not need to bring anything with you. Our chef will ensure that you work at a pace suitable for you.
Please use our hashtag #ledolci and tag us @ledolci when posting your class creations on social media. We’d love to share your content with our followers.
FAQ: Chocolate Classes
How long is each class?
Level 1 is 2 hours. Levels 2, 3, and 4 are each 3 hours.
What will I learn and make in each level?
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Level 1 (Fundamentals): the science of tempering, plus mendiants, dipped pretzels, cornflake rochers, and hazelnut dragées
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Level 2 (Ganache & Truffles): ganache ratios, custom infusions, filling/capping/rolling truffles, and chocolate bark, go home with dipped strawberries, mendiants, and two types of truffles
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Level 3 (Bonbons & Meltaways): professional bonbon molding, ganache filling, tempering, and rich chocolate meltaways
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Level 4 (Enrobing, Caramel, Toffee & Orangettes): cooking caramel and sponge toffee from scratch, then hand-dipping and enrobing in tempered chocolate
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Eclairs, Choux & Cream Puff Masterclass: choux pastry from scratch, piping éclairs and profiteroles, pastry cream, and glossy chocolate ganache
Does this class contain allergens?
Yes. Levels 1 and 4 contain tree nuts, coconut, and sesame seeds, and may contain peanuts. Level 2 contains tree nuts, coconut, and dairy, and may contain peanuts and sesame. Level 3 contains dairy and coconut, and may contain tree nuts, peanuts, and sesame. Please let our team know about any allergies in advance so we can guide you accordingly.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
No, all ingredients and equipment are provided across every chocolate class. Just bring yourself.
Will I get the recipes afterward?
Yes all classes at Le Dolci Culinary School in Toronto come with recipes mailed to you before or after class.
Not sure if this class is right for me, what should I do?
If you're ever in doubt about whether a class fits your skill level, you're welcome to call us before booking to chat it through.
Is this a good gift idea?
Definitely, all of our chocolate classes are popular gifts for chocolate lovers and anyone who loves to learn and explore and create with food.
How much will I take home?
Amounts vary by class.
