Panagiotis Samaras

Intermediate

Location:: Chocolate Academy Dubai
Date:: 11 Nov 2025 - 13 Nov 2025
Duration:: 3 days
Primary course language:: English
Price:: 790.00 USD
Segment:: Confectionery

Horeca
Class size:: 12

Modern Confectionary 2.0

Once you have mastered the basics of chocolate from Chocolate Initiation; you are ready to move on to Modern Confectionery Fundamentals. You will study all of the ingredients that are used in ganache and sugar confections as well as introducing you to ingredient science through practical approach. You will be able to understand the steps in emulsion, the basics of chocolate equipment and chocolate machines.

What to Expect

Over a three day course you will make complex, layered confections with delicious fillings and textures. This course is for the intermediate level chocolatier, with a firm understanding of the basics of chocolate.

Moulded & enrobed bonbons

Water based & fat based fillings

Marzipan

Nougat

Colour spraying

Caramel praline

Payment terms:

100% prepayment. Bank transfer / Card payment

No cash payment accepted.

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.

Important Information

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 Chocolate Academy certificate / course confirmation

Dress code

The CALLEBAUT CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ will provide an apron.

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

What to Expect

Moulded & enrobed bonbons

Water based & fat based fillings

Marzipan

Nougat

Colour spraying

Caramel praline

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/