Traditional Chocolate Truffle Making Class

Learn how to make simple but delectable traditional hand-rolled chocolate truffles. We will make two kinds.

You will learn how to make a basic ganache for hand-rolled truffles, troubleshooting, how to infuse the cream, how to roll, finish, and store them. No tempering skills needed for this class as we will not be coating them in chocolate.

Who:
Anyone who wishes to learn how to make chocolate from scratch. No kitchen experience necessary. Children accompanied by guardians are welcome.

How Much:
$69 pp + tax

Where:
Zest Food Hub

1140 4 Ave SW, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 1T1

*Please do not contact Zest directly – contact me here or at geoseph.com*

When:
Monday, April 24, 2023; 5-8 PM

What’s Included:
Approximately 2 dozen hand-rolled truffles (2 types)

Recipe & Instructions Handout

Gloves and aprons will be provided.

What You Need To Bring:
Wear clothes you don’t mind getting chocolate on (especially on day 2)

Comfortable shoes

Snack or drink if you wish

Reusable containers to take your truffles home (but I will have resealable bags as well)

All your truffle questions!

If you have long hair – please tie it back.

The Ingredients:
We will use a French couverture dark chocolate for this recipe (ingredients: cocoa beans, sugar, cocoa butter, lecithin).

Coating for truffles will be cocoa powder and/or icing sugar (contains sugar and corn starch)

For the ganache we will use cream, butter, and other infusions (TBD)

If you have dietary requests or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact me. You can opt out of dairy when you book.

The Host:
My name is Geoseph, and I have been working in the fine chocolate industry since 2008. I am a professional chocolate sommelier, master chocolatier, and bean-to-bar chocolate maker. My background in gastronomy, biology, and fine arts come together to offer you a unique and in-depth understanding of chocolate.