Cozumel :Chocolate Workshop at Mayan Cacao Company

Chamonix



Delight your senses in this workshop by making your own chocolate bar using cacao beans. Learn the Mayans' traditional way of making chocolate as you grind the beans using a pre-Hispanic Metate.

Chocolate Workshop with the Mayan Cacao Company in Chamonix

This hands-on workshop in Chamonix suits chocolate lovers interested in Mayan culture and traditional chocolate-making.

Description

Discover the role of cacao in ancient Mayan society as a sacred food, a symbol of prestige, and a cultural centerpiece. Learn about the traditional chocolate-making process used by the Mayans.

Create your own chocolate bar using cacao seeds traditionally used in Mayan rituals. Grind the seeds with a pre-Hispanic Metate, mix in simple ingredients, and take home your handmade chocolate bar representing Mexican gastronomic culture.

After the workshop, visit the chocolate boutique and sample 13 varieties of artisanal chocolates.

Highlights

  • Learn about the Mayans' traditional chocolate-making process
  • Create your own handmade chocolate bar
  • Taste 13 artisanal chocolate varieties

Includes

  • The Mayan Cacao Company entrance fee
  • Chocolate tasting
  • Ingredients and tools to make your chocolate bar

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Important Information

  • Not recommended for guests with chocolate or nut allergies
  • Workshop is not wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book early to secure your place. Bring comfortable shoes and arrive ready to engage in this cultural chocolate experience. The best time to attend is during regular daylight hours when the chocolate boutique is open for tasting.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a hands-on workshop where participants learn about Mayan culture and traditional chocolate-making while creating their own chocolate bar.
The workshop takes place in Chamonix, located within the Mayan Cacao Company facility.
The duration varies; check the website for current schedule details specific to Chamonix.
The workshop is suitable for chocolate lovers of all ages interested in Mayan culture and traditional chocolate-making.
Yes, participants create and take home their own chocolate bar made during the workshop.
Participants use a pre-Hispanic Metate to grind cacao seeds as part of the traditional process.
No prior knowledge is needed, as the workshop includes information about the role of cacao in ancient Mayan society.
Advance booking is recommended to secure a spot; check the website for availability.
Yes, the workshop welcomes children interested in chocolate and Mayan traditions, with appropriate guidance.
Workshop dates and times vary; visit the Mayan Cacao Company website for the latest information.

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