Are ingredients and materials provided?

Yes. The workshop supplies chocolate, molds, tools and the ingredients to make and taste your bonbons; participants take home a curated selection and recipes.

What is the minimum age to participate?

Minimum age is 12. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Where and when do we meet?

Meet at 104 East 7th Street - New York, NY 10009. Please arrive 10 minutes early for setup and orientation.

Is the class gluten-free?

Yes—the class uses gluten-free recipes. If you have other dietary restrictions or severe allergies, contact the operator before booking.

What is the late policy and attendance minimum?

Guests arriving more than 15 minutes late may not be admitted. Workshops may be rescheduled or canceled if minimum attendance requirements are not met.

Can I bring drinks or food?

BYOB is allowed for beverages. The class focuses on chocolate-making and does not provide additional meal service.

Hands-On Chocolate Workshop in NYC's East Village: Temper, Mold and Take Home Gluten-Free Treats

In the heart of Manhattan’s East Village, at 104 East 7th Street - New York, NY 10009, an intimate chocolate workshop turns a simple sweet into a practiced craft. This two-and-a-half-hour, hands-on class teaches tempering, molding and finishing for bonbons, truffles and mediants using gluten-free recipes so guests with sensitivities can participate without compromise. Under a chef’s live guidance, students move from tasting to technique—learning temperature curves, glossy finishes and how to build flavor combinations that hold together once cooled. The room feels like a working studio rather than a sterile classroom: stainless prep tables, rows of molds, and the warm scent of melting couverture. Key features include bench stations for each guest, a tempering station with chocolate-spoon demonstrations, and a tasting segment where you eat what you make. Unique elements here are the focus on artisan bonbon construction and the gluten-free formulation—a detail that sets this class apart in a city where most chocolate experiences assume wheat-based inclusions. Travelers will appreciate the East Village setting: a neighborhood known for independent food shops, old music venues and tight-knit culinary communities. This workshop is a practical pick for food lovers and travelers seeking a small-group, skill-forward experience (maximum 10 guests). Bring curiosity more than prior skill—participants of varying experience levels are guided through every step so they leave with finished chocolates, printed recipes, and the confidence to recreate them at home. Practical notes matter: arrive ten minutes early; participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult; late arrivals beyond 15 minutes may not be admitted. The class runs about 2–3 hours and is BYOB. If minimum attendance isn’t met, workshops may be rescheduled—worth confirming with the host before you travel. Why choose this over a tour shop? It’s the balance of tactile learning and tangible takeaway. You don’t just sample artisanal confections—you learn the thermodynamics behind a firm snap, how to choose fillings that won’t weep, and how to polish a finished bonbon so it looks shop-made. For visitors who want an immersive, hands-on culinary memory in New York City, this is a focused, flavorful way to spend an afternoon in the East Village—practical skills, edible results, and a new set of recipes to bring home. Expect close attention to technique: the instructor demonstrates tempering with a thermometer and shows how to marble ganache centers, sprinkle salt or toasted nuts, and finish edges with cocoa butter for shine. Small class size means plenty of hands-on time and tailored feedback, perfect for couples, families of teens (12+), or solo travelers wanting a culinary project. After class, wander two blocks to Tompkins Square Park for coffee, or explore nearby specialty food shops to source ethical chocolate for practice at home.