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Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San Jos
5.0
45 Ratings
San José
Guided by professionals, you will enjoyably uncover the full journey of cocoa transforming into chocolate. Additionally, you will be provided with all the necessary materials to produce and take home your own customized chocolates.
Guided by professionals, you will enjoyably uncover the full journey of cocoa transforming into chocolate. Additionally, you will be provided with all the necessary materials to produce and take home your own customized chocolates.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tapir Chocolates - This is a confectionery studio offering a comprehensive sampling of all cocoa derivatives. Initially, a succinct overview of cocoa’s history in the Americas is presented, accompanied by a tasting of raw cocoa fruit. Subsequently, participants sample cocoa seeds at various stages of refinement, including nibs, cocoa powder, cocoa…
- Tapir Chocolates - This is a confectionery studio offering a comprehensive sampling of all cocoa derivatives. Initially, a succinct overview of cocoa’s history in the Americas is presented, accompanied by a tasting of raw cocoa fruit. Subsequently, participants sample cocoa seeds at various stages of refinement, including nibs, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, and chocolate beverages. Moving on to the contemporary realm of chocolate-making, guests will savor chocolates of varying cocoa intensities and then craft their unique chocolate blends, incorporating a variety of local ingredients and their personal touch of creativity. To conclude, eco-friendly packaging materials are provided, enabling attendees to wrap their handmade chocolates and take home a delightful souvenir of the experience.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Creative materials for eco-friendly packaging (boxes, wrapping paper, stickers, etc.)
- Inputs for personal use (caps, aprons, gloves)
- Equipment necessary to make chocolates (molds, spatulas, machines)
- Snacks
- Creative materials for eco-friendly packaging (boxes, wrapping paper, stickers, etc.)
- Inputs for personal use (caps, aprons, gloves)
- Equipment necessary to make chocolates (molds, spatulas, machines)
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Private transportation
Meal Options
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Chocolate Tasting - Fresh cocoa fruit; dry and roasted cocoa beans; cocoa nibs;
chocolates in different concentrations; cocoa drink.
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Chocolate Tasting - Fresh cocoa fruit; dry and roasted cocoa beans; cocoa nibs;
chocolates in different concentrations; cocoa drink.
Location
Tapir Chocolates
You can find our location as “Tapir Chocolates” in Google Maps, Waze or Uber. Yellow Gates.
Is the Street 29, Av 7 & 9.
Costarican direction: From "Parque Francia" 150mts North, is a white house, the only one with yellow gates (in front of the Kinder Garden).
Barrio Escalante, San José, Costa Rica.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(45 Ratings)
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Ansell_s
Oct 31, 2024
Nice & knowledgeable teacher - The instructor runs a chocolate factory & he is extremely knowledgeable! He reviewed the entire chocolate making process in detail. We tasted different types of chocolate & we had a chance to create our own chocolate bars. We even got to wrap & package it professionally. There’s no detail that he left out. We were worried there would not be options for us as are vegan but he had a lot of plant based chocolate & fillings. When looking for the place, look for the yellow gates.
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Sabrinaanjum85
Oct 16, 2024
Great class - For the class I was the only one there, but it was a fun experience. It was very informational, the history of chocolate, and the indigenous people's discovery and chocolate, then to the chocolate making process and tasting. Then making a chocolate bar. 10/10 would recommend.
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Mirko
Oct 14, 2024
Swiss guys at a chocolate experience - Mauricio is a very professional and nice person. he knows everything about chocolate. The chocolate we created was delicious.
Muchas gracias
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William_g
Oct 10, 2024
Awesome experience, very... - Awesome experience, very informative, small and private. Definitely deserves it's 5 stars. I don't want to say all the details and spoil the fun!
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Freetta_b
Sep 22, 2024
Wonderful chocolate making experience! - Wonderful chocolate making experience! Our chocolatier was very knowledgeable, friendly, and patient. It was so much fun making the chocolate and we now have a much better appreciation for the whole process! Highly recommend this experience! 😊
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Amina_s
Jul 30, 2024
Loved it! - Had a great time learning about the making of chocolate from beginning to end. The final product was delicious and customizable. Thank you so much!
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Martin_r
Jul 25, 2024
Wonderful chocolate experience - Maurizio was very engaging and informative. He was an amazing presenter of the history of chocolate and chocolate making. Making our own chocolate bars was so much fun. We would highly recommend this experience
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Nina_v
Jul 14, 2024
Exceeded my expectations, truly extraordinary - I was really looking forward to this, and it did not disappoint! The owner of this small local business, Mauricio, was incredibly welcoming, educational, and has a beautiful soul. He has a deep connection to Cacao and a true passion for making chocolate with love, reverence, and respect for tradition.
I have done quite a few chocolate tours and tastings, but I still managed to learn more, and he was willing to go very in-depth for me. I have never tasted chocolate like this, and I have a newfound respect for single origin chocolate.
If I ever return to Costa Rica, this will be on the top of my list to experience again. Highly recommend!
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Kevin_r
Jun 10, 2024
Perfection! - Lucia was the sweetest and knowledgeable person. She made the experience feel easy and homey. Being able to learn about the history, and the process while tasting it throughout was fun and worthwhile.
Now, let’s get to why you all are here… making the chocolate!!! Lucia walked us through each step perfectly and it was stress free. Being able to taste all of toppings and fillings so we could personalize our bars, made it feel more personal and professional. My sister and I had a blast and want to visit San Jose again with our family so we can experience this class again!
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Derrickx2024
Jun 4, 2024
Loved the experience and enjoyed - I enjoyed learning of the history of cocoa. The unique taste, from the raw, slightly bitter to the smooth, velvety liquid chocolate. Sampling the cocoa at different stages was a delight. The transformation from bean to bar and its stages cocoa butter,powder and chocolate.The culmination of the tour was crafting my own chocolate treats and decorating my bar package.
Thank you for the good time.
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