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.
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Participants will grind, melt
(using a cast iron melting pot & pestle),
and sweeten cacao bean nibs to create unique
and delicious cups of hot chocolate.
Experience hot chocolate flavors
from Paris-France, Vietnam
& Istanbul-Turkey,
where Stu & Michele recently went
on a food and spice tour.
Dairy and non-dairy options will be available.
Student's will learn how to:
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Shuck cacao beans
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Make a cacao paste
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Toast & grind spices perfectly
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Use a variety of spices, sweeteners, and milks
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Make & enjoy a variety of Hot Chocolate recipes from around the world
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Helpful Tips & Tricks in the kitchen along the way
Students Receive!
Gift Bag Worth Over $50
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Cacao Bean Nibs
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Sweet Spices
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Petite size glass mug & bamboo spoon
PLUS 20% off all additional in-store spice purchases the day of class.
*redeemable for any bottled spice products


Register by
Selecting Date
$95/seat
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All Classes are
1:00-3:30 pm
Ages 14+ (minors must be accompanied by paid adult student)
Private classes of 2-4 students available, call to schedule​​
Tuesday
Classes:
Saturday
Classes:

1/13/2026
1/17/2026
2/10/2026

2/14/2026
(Valentine's Day)

Class Location:
James Creek Spices
1104 Grosbeck Rd
Lapeer, MI
​Licensed & Inspected Home Based Commercial Kitchen​​







