All about chocolate pastry class

Indulge in an immersive evening devoted entirely to chocolate, led by Chef Melissa Walnock, Associate Dean of Pastry Arts at The Culinary Institute of America. This in-depth class explores the fundamentals, and magic, of working with chocolate, from understanding different varieties and cacao percentages to mastering essential techniques like tempering.

Blending demonstration with hands-on baking, Chef Walnock will guide students through the processes professional pastry chefs rely on, sharing tips, insights, and the why behind each step. Participants will work directly with chocolate throughout the class, building confidence and skill along the way.

The class will learn to make molten lava cakes, which will be enjoyed during the session. Chef Melissa will also demonstrate how to create chocolate truffles, and students will be able to take these home. The remaining menu items are still being decided, but we assure you that our choices will leave you satisfied!

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