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Class Registration
Opens August 1, 2026

Learn the art of

making hot chocolate

directly from cacao beans

in this hands-on experience.

Using whole cacao beans & nibs,

you'll explore traditional methods and recipes

from around the world in preparing rich,

flavorful hot chocolate,

while discovering the journey of

cacao beans from plant to cup.

Participants will grind, melt

(using a cast iron melting pot & pestle),

and sweeten cacao bean nibs to create unique

and delicious mini cups of hot chocolate.

 

Experience hot chocolate flavors

from Paris-France, Vietnam,
Mexico &

Istanbul-Turkey,

where Stu & Michele went

on a food and spice tour.


Dairy and non-dairy options available.

 

Student's will learn how to:

  • Shuck cacao beans

  • Hand conching and "melt" cacao

  • Toast & grind spices perfectly to go with each recipe

  • Use a variety of spices, sweeteners, and milks

  • Make & enjoy a variety of Hot Chocolate recipes from around the world

  • Helpful Tips & Tricks in the kitchen along the way

 

Students Also Receive...

  • Petite size glass mug & bamboo spoon

  • 20% off all additional in-store spice purchases the day of class.

*redeemable for any bottled spice products

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Register by
Selecting Date

$55/seat

Classes are

1:00-3:30 pm

Ages 14+ minors must be accompanied by adult (+21)

Private classes of 2-4 students available, call to schedule

 

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Registration Opens August 1, 2026

Class Location:

James Creek Spices

1104 Grosbeck Rd

Lapeer, MI 

Licensed & Inspected Home Based Commercial Kitchen

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