Overview
Enjoy a delicious experience at the Chocolate Workshop in Cusco, where you will learn about the fascinating world of Peruvian cacao, from its origins in the jungle to its transformation into chocolate. This interactive activity includes a hands-on session where you will create your own chocolates (120 g), choose your favorite toppings, and taste traditional cacao beverages prepared in both Mayan and Colonial styles. It is a light, private experience perfect for chocolate lovers and culinary culture enthusiasts.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Meet at the designated meeting point in Cusco.
Introduction to the history of cacao in Peru and its cultural importance.
Explanation of the production process: from cacao bean to finished chocolate.
Cacao tasting and sampling of traditional Mayan- and Colonial-style cacao beverages.
Start of the hands-on workshop: making dark or milk chocolate.
Decorate your chocolate with toppings of your choice.
Workshop completion and product handover (pick-up available 45 minutes later).
Farewell.
- Duration: 2 hours
- Departure Times: 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
- Language: Spanish or English
- Location: Cusco
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Type: Private Service
Inclusions
Inclusions
Included
- Ingredients for chocolate making.
- Guided hands-on workshop.
- Cacao tasting and traditional beverage sampling.
- Transfer service (transportation).
- Preparation of 120 g of chocolate per participant.
Not Included
- Entrance fees.
- Additional food and beverages.
- Tips and gratuities.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Your Tour
- Wear comfortable clothing.
- Arrive on time according to your selected schedule.
- Avoid eating heavy meals before the workshop.
- Bring a camera or smartphone for photos.
- Carry cash for additional purchases.
- Inform the staff about any food allergies.
- Follow the instructor’s directions.
- Enjoy the sensory experience.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
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