Laura Gonzalez

All levels

Location:: Chocolate Academy Dubai
Date:: 07 Oct 2025 - 08 Oct 2025
Duration:: 2 days
Primary course language:: English
Price:: 590.00 USD
Segment:: Confectionery Business

Bakery & Pastry Business

Hotels & Restaurants

Ice cream & Beverages
Class size:: 12

The Art of Fat-based Fillings

Unlock the secrets behind rich, stable, and flavourful fat-based fillings in this immersive 2-day hands-on course designed for pastry chefs and chocolatiers.

What to Expect

Practical training on creating  pralinés, giandujas, and other fat-based components

Techniques for achieving  ideal texture, mouthfeel, and shelf life

Hands-on-experience and information on recipe formulation and customization

Tips for adapting fillings to different climates

Guidance on balancing flavour, fat content, and structure for professional results

This course is ideal for professionals looking to deepen their technical knowledge and elevate their creations with expertly crafted fillings.

Course format:  hands-on.

Course language:  English

The course lasts 2 days from 09:00 to 17:00 with a lunch break (provided by the Chocolate Academy).

COURSE PROGRAM:

Popcorn snack bar

Dark Chocolate, Orange & Marzipan Bonbon

Pecan Praline

Coconut & Lime Bonbon

Coffee, Vanilla & Almond Bonbon

Peanut Alfajor

Strawberry & Praline Crunch Snack Bar

Triple Gianduja

Sesame & Caramel Bonbon

Tobleron Style Snack Bar

Pistachio Turron

Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

Pistachio Spread

Speculoos Spread

Black Cookie Spread

Important Information

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.

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.

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/