Name: Chocolate Fundamentals
Price: 900.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Chef Chocolate Academy™

Beginner

Location:: België, Wieze
Date:: 24 Nov 2025 - 26 Nov 2025
Duration:: 3 days
Primary course language:: English
Price:: 900.00 EUR
Segment:: Artisan chocolatier shop

Bakery/Pastry Shop
Class size:: 12

Embark on a delicious journey into the world of chocolate with our Chocolate Fundamentals course, a hands-on, immersive experience that blends practical skills with essential theory.

In this course, you will learn:

a solid foundation in chocolate, including an introduction to its history, production and the different types and qualities available.
the origins of cacao beans and how their provenance influences flavour and texture.
the art of tempering using various methods, practice working with different kinds of chocolate and refine your palate through guided tastings.
to master key techniques through practical sessions, adopt best practices and understand how to avoid common mistakes
to build the confidence and skills needed to work with chocolate like a professional.
to create a variety of recipes such as bonbons, tablets, snacks and much more!

Whether you're a passionate home baker or aspiring chocolatier, this course offers a rich, hands-on introduction to the craft of chocolate.

TO KNOW BEFORE THE START OF THE COURSE

Indicative programme of a course

08:30 - Welcome at the Callebaut Chocolate Academy bar
09:00 - Start of the course
12:00 - Lunch
13:00 - Continuation of the course
17:00 - End of the course
Deviations from this daily schedule are possible depending on the course and teachers.

Lunch

Lunch and all drinks consumed during the course are included in the price.
If you have any food intolerances or restrictions, please let us know by e-mail:
chocolate_academy_belgium@barry-callebaut.com

Transport

Transport to the Callebaut Chocolate Academy in Wieze is provided only from the following hotels in Aalst and back.
No pick-up is available from airports or train stations (including Aalst station) or any other location.
However, you're welcome to use this shuttle service even if you haven't booked a hotel.

The hotels are located at the following distance from the railway station of Aalst :
Keizershof hotel : 850 metres
Tower hotel : 800 metres
Ibis hotel : 2.7 km
Arrangements for the shuttle service will be made 2 weeks before the start of the course when you receive the final confirmation.

Accommodation

Keizershof Hotel (centre of Aalst)
Korte Nieuwstraat 15, 9300 Aalst
contact@keizershof-hotel.com

Tower Hotel (centre of Aalst)
Vrijheidstraat 62, 9300 Aalst
www.towerhotelaalst.com

Ibis Hotel (near motorway exit, 20 min walking distance from centre of Aalst)
Villalaan 20, 9300 Aalst
h3155@accor .com

TO KNOW DURING THE COURSE

Lockers

Behind the Library are the lockers for storing your personal belongings.
Please remember to return the key to the locker after the course for the next visitor.

Meals

Lunch is taken in the bar or at the Greenhouse.

Washing up

We kindly ask students to assist with the dishes occasionally during the course.

Chef's jacket

You will receive a chef's jacket at the beginning of the course, which you can use throughout.
At the end of the course, kindly leave the jacket on the floor in the locker room.

Mobile shop

During the course, we offer you the opportunity to buy books from a limited selection of professional literature.
Payment can be made by bank transfer or cash.

WIFI login

You can use the local WIFI network. Ask for a login at the start of the course.

Safety and hygiene rules

No glassware is allowed in the course room. However, drinks may be brought in cardboard cups from the bar.
Peanuts are strictly prohibited throughout the premises (e.g. no Snickers or peanut butter).
Smoking is prohibited in the buildings and areas around the factory.
It is necessary to wear closed footwear (without heels) and long trousers. You may not enter the course room without a chef's coat or disposable jacket.

Photos during the course

Photos will be taken during the course and may be published on our Facebook and Instagram pages.
If you do not wish to appear in these photos, please let us know in advance, we fully respect your choice.

Discounts for Belgian companies

Whether you opt for a chocolate, bakery, patisserie or ice cream course, Alimento offers a discount on your registration:
From €75 for a half-day to €150 for a full day.

For whom?
All Belgian bakers, pastry chefs or chocolatiers who fall under Joint Committee 118 or 220 and have fewer than 100 employees. This discount also applies to the business manager if he/she participates together with the employee(s). The same applies to technical education teachers teaching bakery, pastry or chocolate courses.

When do you receive this discount?
You first pay the full amount to the Callebaut Chocolate Academy. When the course is over, we will notify Alimento of your attendance. They will refund part of the total price.

What steps do I need to take?
Please let us know via email at chocolate_academy_belgium@barry-callebaut.com if you meet the conditions to benefit from the Alimento discount and we will prepare the necessary documents.