Chocolate Discovery  1.0
Date:
23 Sep 2025 - 25 Sep 2025
Duration:
3 days
Primary course language:
English
Price:
790.00 USD
Segment:
Artisan chocolatier shop
Bakery/Pastry Shop
Hotel/Restaurant
Gelateria/Coffee Shop
Class size:
12

Chocolate Discovery  1.0 

The course is designed for anyone who is passionate in chocolate to professionals who would like to set up a business in confectionery and catch the trends and opportunities of the market.  

The course will bring you to the wonderful world of chocolate and we will be focusing on the application in confectionery through theoretical and hands-on learning approaches. It is a good start to gain a complete fundamental knowledge and basic skills of working with chocolate.   

What to Expect 

The course will provide you with the mandatory platform of knowledge and skills in chocolate works. 

- Theory of Chocolate making process 
- Tempering (pre-crystallization) techniques (Seeding, Direct, Classic, Mycryo) 
- Moulding and enrobing techniques 
- How to perfectly seal moulded chocolates 
- Introduction to ganaches and emulsions 

- Colour spraying 

- Possible problems and remedies 

- Intro to the equipment 

 

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 & apron will be provided.  

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

 

Tuition Fees Include  

Course Recipe Booklet  

Coffee Break & Lunch  

Apron & kitchen tools  

 

 

Dress code 

The CALLEBAUT CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ will provide an apron. 

Chef jacket, long pants and ensure you wear comfortable closed shoes. 

 

 

 

 

Course agenda

Course format:  hands-on 

Course language:  English 

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

 

COURSE PROGRAM: 

Bean to Bar in depth discussion 

Fat based & ganache fillings 

Moulded & enrobed bonbons 

Truffles  

Mendiants 

Choco rocks 

Lollipops 

Colour spraying 

 

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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