Fun and educational in-person tasting programs for private parties, small group events and corporate team-building experiences

Discover the remarkable journey of cacao from its origins in the Amazon rain forest to tropical growing regions around the world. Explore the history of chocolate—from a sacred beverage enjoyed by ancient civilizations and royalty to one of the world's most beloved foods.

Learn how geography, genetics, fermentation, drying, roasting, and craftsmanship shape the flavor of chocolate, and gain insight into the agricultural, scientific, and economic forces that connect cacao farmers, chocolate makers, and consumers around the globe.

Follow the transformation of cacao fruit into chocolate, uncovering the key steps that turn a fresh tropical fruit into the bars we savor today.

Then enjoy a guided tasting of five carefully selected single-origin, two-ingredient chocolate bars from around the world. You'll learn how to identify tasting notes, understand what drives flavor differences between origins, and develop the skills to appreciate chocolate with the same depth and curiosity often reserved for wine, coffee, and craft spirits.