Bean to Beverage: Roast and grind cacao into chocolate

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Activity provider:Martaja - Market tours & cooking classes in Mexico City
Bean to Beverage: Roast and grind cacao into chocolate
5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
5 reviews

Take a deep dive into the world's favorite foodstuff with this chocolate making experience. Learn about the history of cacao and roast and grind your own beans into extraordinary hot chocolate.

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Duration 3 hours
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Instructor
English, Spanish
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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John – United States

Our family had a wonderful time! You really get to start from the basics of the bean and go all the way through the process of brewing process. Jim is super knowledgeable and has a great energy, including a super interesting focus on pre-Columbian ingredients.

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Jessica Velazquez – Mexico

We had a really wonderful experience today with Jim, he is very knowledgeable and engaging. During the class, you get to make a selection of hot chocolate beverages from scratch, roasting and grinding the cocoa, then grinding and adding different ingredients to try different flavours, and Jim encourages creativity in your combinations. He likes to use ingredients available to the traditional mayan and aztec cultures giving you the opportunity to try flavours you probably haven't before which is a nice touch. The course has a very homely and relaxed feel too it, both Jim and his assistant are very friendly. He also offers cooking classes to make mole and tamales which I'm sure is great. Would highly recommend,thank you for a great day.

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Highlights

  • Learn about the fascinating history of the Mayan world’s most prized foodstuff
  • Do as the Aztecs did and grind your own cacao beans into delicious hot chocolate
  • Get creative and enrich your drink with an array of ancient ingredients

Full description

Experience chocolate like never before with this bean-to-beverage hot chocolate making workshop.

At the beautiful Condesa home of your knowledgeable chef/ guide, you’ll explore the fascinating history of this beloved superfood before donning an apron and roasting and grinding your own cacao on a metate just like the Mayans and Aztecs of old.

Next, you’ll let your imagination run wild as you combine your handmade hot chocolate with a range of delicious Mesoamerican ingredients including chile, achiote and avocado leaf for an unforgettable taste adventure.

Finally, you'll enjoy your unique chocolate creations at a table laid with artisanal serveware and alongside a delectable dessert.

Includes

  • All ingredients to prepare six different hot chocolate drinks
  • A dessert to accompany your beverage
  • Gratuities

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair users have enjoyed the class before, but the building in which the class will take place does not have an elevator. Allergy sufferers should be aware that, although they’re kept out of the cooking area and I have allergy pills available for guests who need them, there are two cats in the house.
  • Please keep an eye on your email inbox after booking the experience, as we'll be in touch to ask if you have any dietary requirements. Most of these can be accommodated for, although unfortunately strict Kosher is not possible at this time.
  • Guests should be aware that others joining the class may pay less for the same experience by booking via the Martaja website.

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John – United StatesApril 5, 2025 – Verified booking
Our family had a wonderful time! You really get to start from the basics of the bean and go all the way through the process of brewing process. Jim is super knowledgeable and has a great energy, including a super interesting focus on pre-Columbian ingredients.
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Jessica Velazquez – MexicoFebruary 19, 2025 – Verified booking
We had a really wonderful experience today with Jim, he is very knowledgeable and engaging. During the class, you get to make a selection of hot chocolate beverages from scratch, roasting and grinding the cocoa, then grinding and adding different ingredients to try different flavours, and Jim encourages creativity in your combinations. He likes to use ingredients available to the traditional mayan and aztec cultures giving you the opportunity to try flavours you probably haven't before which is a nice touch. The course has a very homely and relaxed feel too it, both Jim and his assistant are very friendly. He also offers cooking classes to make mole and tamales which I'm sure is great. Would highly recommend,thank you for a great day.
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Meredith – United StatesJanuary 2, 2025 – Verified booking
Highly recommend! As a family traveling with teenagers and an 8 year old it can sometimes be challenging to find activities that everyone enjoys and this class was perfect. Out host/instructor, Jim, was very knowledgeable and gave us a wonderful experience! We all enjoyed learning about the Mexican traditions of cacao and the international influence of spices and sugar to enhance the beverage. Jim was also very invested in ensuring we have a pleasant stay and made recommendations for local restaurants and other activities. I highly recommend for any individual/group and families!

Product ID: 630647

Activity provider:Martaja - Market tours & cooking classes in Mexico City

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