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Unlock the art of dark chocolate crafting in Santa Barbara with Twenty-Four Blackbirds Chocolates. Pair hand-decorated bars with exquisite wines in this sensory-driven 75-minute experience.
Unlock the art of dark chocolate crafting in Santa Barbara with Twenty-Four Blackbirds Chocolates. Pair hand-decorated bars with exquisite wines in this sensory-driven 75-minute experience.
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Operated by Twenty-Four Blackbirds Chocolates LLC · Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, California, stretches along the Pacific coast where cool ocean breezes meet sun-dappled citrus groves and rugged foothills. Known for its Mediterranean climate and vibrant local agriculture, this city acts as a canvas for unique outdoor and culinary experiences that blend nature and artisanal craft. Twenty-Four Blackbirds Chocolates LLC taps into this rich local terroir with an intimate 75-minute dark chocolate bar decorating class paired with hand-selected wines.
Located in Santa Barbara, this boutique experience offers more than just a sweet treat. Guests receive a hands-on lesson in crafting their own dark chocolate bars, decorating them using fresh, locally sourced ingredients such as dried fruits, nuts, and sea salt harvested from nearby coastal farms. The process is designed to engage every sense—from the silky texture of melted chocolate to the bright acidity of matched wines—creating a multisensory adventure that delights chocolate lovers and novices alike.
Participants don special embroidered aprons, heightening the workshop’s tactile and tangible feel, and at the end, they walk away with their personalized bars in sleek packaging, perfect for gifts or savoring slowly back home. The fusion of art and flavor directly reflects Santa Barbara’s reputation for sustainable, high-quality agrotourism and careful curation of paired experiences. This chocolate and wine class brings together the local landscape’s bounty and the city’s creative spirit in a way few other activities do.
Twenty-Four Blackbirds stands out in a region known for outdoor hiking, beaches, and vineyards by offering a guided, seated experience that nonetheless celebrates local ingredients and the handcrafted ethos that marks Santa Barbara’s food scene. It’s a distinct detour off the beaten path for those seeking to add flavor-infused memories to their outdoor adventure itinerary.
easy.
1–1.5 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels with no physical exertion required
No prior experience is necessary; the instructor guides you step-by-step through the process.
Yes, the wine pairings feature selections from regional vineyards known for complementing dark chocolate.
Please contact Twenty-Four Blackbirds Chocolates directly to inquire about private or group bookings.
Comfortable, casual clothes are recommended since you'll be sitting and working with food ingredients.
This experience is recommended for adults or older teens due to the wine tasting component.
Notify the organizer in advance to discuss any allergies so they can tailor ingredients accordingly.
Santa Barbara’s agricultural tradition dates back to Spanish missions in the 18th century, influencing its rich culinary culture today.
Local businesses like Twenty-Four Blackbirds emphasize sustainable sourcing and minimal waste, supporting Santa Barbara's environmental goals.
Twenty-Four Blackbirds Chocolates LLC is a Santa Barbara, California chocolatier and experiential chocolate maker offering hands-on classes, guided factory tours, tasting events, and pairing experiences. The business hosts a Dark Chocolate Bar Decorating Class and Wine Pairing, a 75-minute session where participants craft dark chocolate bars, decorate them with local ingredients, wear an embroidered apron provided during the class, and take home finished bars in branded packaging. The Chocolate Experience: Factory Tour and Tasting guides guests through a bean-to-bar journey with single-origin dark chocolate and tastings at every production stage. The Wine and Chocolate Pairing and Factory Tour combines a guided tour of the production space with a curated tasting of three handcrafted truffles paired with sustainably produced wines from WINECULT. Seasonal Pairing Party evenings include wine and chocolate pairings, a 10% shop discount from 5–8pm, snacks, a raffle, and optional self-guided factory tours. Dessert First: Happy Hour offers truffles and treats paired with WineCult wines, plus non-alcoholic beverage options in a relaxed setting. Twenty-Four Blackbirds Chocolates LLC focuses on education and sensory discovery, offering detailed explanations of chocolate production processes and guided tastings to deepen appreciation for cacao and single-origin dark chocolate. The business operates a factory space in Santa Barbara that is accessible for tours and classes, and provides packaged takeaways after hands-on sessions. Visitors can book experiences to learn chocolate-making techniques, sample stages of chocolate production, and enjoy curated wine pairings. Booking is available for small groups, private events, and public sessions at the Santa Barbara location.
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