Festive Pastries & Showpiece Masterclass with Chef Lawrence Bobo
Intermediate
Date:
28 Oct 2025 - 30 Oct 2025
Duration:
3 days
Primary course language:
English
Price:
690.00 USD
Segment:
Horeca
Traditional Bakery & Pastry
Coffee Shop and Beverage
Class size:
25

Festive Pastries & Showpiece Masterclass with Chef Lawrence Bobo

Step into the world of festive pastry artistry with Chef Lawrence Cheong, also known as Lawrence Bobo—Asia’s Chocolate Prince and co-founder of TEXTURE. Renowned for his mastery in chocolate confectionery and French pastry, Lawrence brings his award-winning expertise to this exclusive 3-day demonstration style masterclass.

Learn to craft elegant festive pastries and a small Christmas showpiece, guided by the chef whose chocolate showpiece earned the highest score at the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie.

Perfect for professionals and enthusiasts looking to elevate their seasonal creations with finesse and innovation.

 

What to Expect

A curated selection of festive pastries perfect for the holiday season

· A small Christmas showpiece demonstration, showcasing chocolate artistry

· Techniques blending French pastry tradition with modern flair

· Expert tips on presentation, flavour balance, and seasonal creativity

· Inspiration from one of Asia’s most celebrated pastry chefs

Ideal for pastry professionals and enthusiasts looking to elevate their holiday offerings with elegance and innovation

 

Important Information:

 

Payment terms:

100% prepayment

No cash payment accepted.

First Few to Register & Pay Get a Free Gift! Hurry – Limited Freebies Available!

Conditions for refunds:

The participant has the right to cancel their participation at any time. However, please note that cancellations are non-refundable. Instead, the participant may choose to transfer their registration to another available course. In case of cancelation the participant must submit a written request and send it by email to chocolate_academy_dubai@barry-callebaut.com

The Callebaut Chocolate Academy reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a course up to 20 days prior to its start date. In such cases, participants who have already paid will receive a full refund.

 

Regarding our Courses

· Class is from 9:00 am to 17:00 pm- You will receive an email confirmation prior to course date.

· Lunch will be provided.

· Confirm your spot- full upfront payment is required prior to arrival.

· Every student receives a personal certificate at the end of their training.

 

Tuition Fees Include

· All course materials & the recipe dossier

· Lunch and drinks (coffee, tea & water)

· Signed Callebaut Chocolate Academy certificate / course confirmation

 

Dress code

Chef jacket, long pants and ensure you wear comfortable closed shoes. Please note that the temperature in our kitchens is between 19-21°C.

 

 

Course agenda

Course format: demonstration.

Course language: English

The course lasts 3 days from 09:00 to 17:00 with a lunch break (provided by the Callebaut Chocolate Academy).

Tasting of the products takes place on the last day of the master class at the Callebaut Chocolate Academy.

COURSE PROGRAM:

Père Entremet

Hazelnut chocolate crispy

Hazelnut dacquoise

Dark chocolate sea salt cremeux

Vanilla whipped chantilly

75% Tanzanie dark chocolate mousse

Neutral glaze

Forêt Noire Log Cake

Chocolate biscuit Cherry compote Vanilla chantilly

Dark chocolate mousse Hazelnut gourmet glaze

Eternity Log Cake

Bake cheesecake Lemon streusel Strawberry compote Light cheese mousse Vanilla whipped ganache Neutral glaze

Caramel Petit Gâteau

Dark chocolate mousse Soft caramel 75% Tanzanie chocolate cremeux Chocolate sponge Chocolate croustillant Dark chocolate gourmet glaze

Fromage au Chocolat Petit Gâteau

Chocolate cheese filling

Streusel base

Vanilla whipped ganache

Dark chocolate gourmand glaze

Vanilla Petit Gâteau

Vanilla croustillant

Vanilla cremeux

Vanilla almond biscuit

Vanilla white chocolate mousse

Vanilla gourmand glaze

Jasmine Berry Cake

Jasmine tea mousse

Jasmine tea cremeux

Raspberry compote

Almond sponge

Pecan Caramel Cake

Chocolate sponge

Pecan praline

Pecan cremeux

Caramel mousse

Neutral glaze

 

Ruby Gâteau

Kaffir lime joconde

Strawberry lime compote

Citrus Ruby whipped ganache

Ruby streusel base

 

Small Christmas Showpiece

Practical information

Accommodation

Pullman Dubai Downtown

Located in Business bay district, in close proximity to Burj Khalifa. 5mins away from the Academy.

For bookings contact:  blaise.job@accor.com 

https://pullmandubaidowntown.com/

Fourpoints By Sheraton SZR

Conveniently located on Sheikh Zayed Road, a 10mins drive from the Chocolate Academy and is close to DIFC metro.

For bookings contact: corp.szr@fourpoints.com 

https://four-points.marriott.com/

Hilton Hotel - Al Habtoor City

Places you in the heart of Dubai, convenient to Academy (8mins drive)

For bookings contact: Mohamed.Saad@hiltonalhabtoorcity.com 

http://www.guestreservations.com/

The V Hotel - Curio Collection by Hilton

Overlooking the Dubai Water Canal, this lively hotel is designed to reflect the spirit of the city itself. The building is home to Dubai's premier stage show, La Perle by Franco Dragone, with complimentary access for guests. Located eight kilometers from Downtown and 8mins away from the Academy. 

For bookings contact: Olga.Tcelova@hiltonalhabtoorcity.com 

http://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/dxbvhqq-v-hotel-dubai/

Media One Hotel

Located in the centre of Media City. Close to Marina, JLT and JBR

For bookings contact: Adelwisa@mediaonehotel.com 

https://www.mediaonehotel.com/

 

Booking Reference: Mention "BARRY CALLEBAUT" when booking directly with the hotel to avail special rates.

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