Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Making (LOTTERY)

Lottery Information

A lottery process is in effect for this program. Lottery entry opens August 27, 2025 and closes at the end of the day September 2, 2025. Selected registrants will be notified via email by September 4, 2025. Any registrants who are not selected will be placed on the waitlist in case of a cancellation. Click or tap here for full details about the lottery process.

Description

Join us for a hands-on workshop with Caldera Cacao Roasters, where you'll learn about and do every step required to make dark chocolate from raw cacao beans. In this craft chocolate experience, you'll participate in each stage: sorting, roasting, winnowing, stone grinding, tempering, pouring and tasting! You'll start a batch of chocolate during the class, and once it has finished stone grinding, it will be ready for pickup four days later. Come prepared to work—participants will do as much of the chocolate-making as possible!

Participants must be able to stand and walk for 20-30 minutes in a climate-controlled facility. Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and clothing that can be stained if a spill occurs. Hairnets and aprons will be provided for the chocolate-making course.

This program is limited to 8 participants.

Program Takeaways

• You will learn about and DO all the steps required to turn raw cacao beans into dark chocolate: sorting beans, roasting them, winnowing, stone grinding, tempering, pouring and tasting.
• You will also learn about the world of cacao: how it's grown, how it has been used historically, an overview of ethical trade issues and opportunities, and get a first-hand look into the modern craft chocolate movement.

Scholarship

Apply for a needs-based scholarship to take this offering.