Elevate Your Tour with a Romantic Valentine’s Truffle Rolling!
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a unique chocolate adventure, enhanced by a romantic Truffle Rolling experience at the end of your Guided Tour. This special edition is perfect for the occasion, featuring delightful Valentine’s-themed touches:
- The full Classic Guided Tour with added Valentine’s flair.
- Craft your own chocolate lolly on a heart-patterned transfer sheet, creating a beautifully imprinted design.
- An additional 15 minutes of hands-on chocolate making to complement your tour: Roll four luxurious Champagne-infused ganache truffles using the finest Belgian couverture chocolate.
- Package your creations to take home and share – or enjoy yourself!
Tour Highlights:
- Explore York’s Chocolate Heritage: Learn why York is celebrated as the Chocolate City, home to legendary chocolate-making families.
- Craft Your Own Chocolate Lolly: Enjoy a hands-on experience and watch a live chocolatier demonstration.
- Taste a Variety of Chocolate Samples: Enjoy chocolate in its purest form, sample iconic York treats, and indulge in freshly made creations by our chocolatiers.
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Sip, Savour & Explore!
Step into a world of indulgence with our exclusive Chocolate & Gin Tour at York’s Chocolate Story. This one-of-a-kind experience, crafted for adults, invites you to explore the rich histories and intricate flavours of two of the world’s most beloved indulgences: chocolate and gin. Whether you’re a chocolate connoisseur, a gin enthusiast, or simply seeking a unique experience in York, this tour promises to tantalise your taste buds and expand your knowledge in a fun, interactive setting.
Guided Tasting Journey
Embark on a sensory journey as you sample four premium gins, each expertly paired with a selection of chocolates. Our knowledgeable guides will walk you through the origins and history of both gin and chocolate, sharing fascinating stories and teaching you the art of tasting these exquisite delights. From the beginnings of chocolate confectionery in York to the rise of gin as a celebrated spirit, you’ll gain new insights into how these treats have evolved over the centuries.
Sample Selection:
- Hooting Owl Signature Gin: Paired with Rowntree’s first-ever chocolate, this pairing celebrates the humble beginnings of York’s confectionery legacy.
- Chocolate Orange Gin: Complemented by a slice of Terry’s Chocolate Orange, this duo pays homage to one of York’s most iconic chocolate treats.
- Sicilian Lemon Gin: Paired with a sweet treat inspired by York’s famous confectionery, this combination is a nostalgic nod to classic flavours.
- Mystery Gin: Enjoy a seasonal surprise with this final pairing, offering a delightful twist on traditional gin and chocolate pairings.
Chocolate-Making
Your tour concludes with a hands-on chocolate-making session. Under the guidance of our expert chocolatiers, you’ll craft your own bespoke chocolate mendiants to take home, using high-quality dark or milk chocolate. Personalise your creation with intricate designs and transfer sheets, making it the perfect edible souvenir of your visit.
Interactive Demonstrations
Witness the magic of chocolate-making in action as our chocolatiers demonstrate how to create gin-flavored filled chocolates. Learn how the rich, complex notes of gin can be infused into decadent chocolate truffles, and take home tips to try out in your own kitchen.
This tour is perfect for anyone over 18 who loves chocolate, enjoys a good gin, or simply wants to learn more about the fascinating histories of these two beloved treats. Whether you’re a repeat visitor to York’s Chocolate Story or new to the experience, the Chocolate & Gin Tour offers something fresh and exciting for everyone.
Book Your Tour Today!
Don’t miss out on this unique and indulgent experience. Spots are limited, so be sure to secure your place on the Chocolate & Gin Tour now and treat yourself to an unforgettable journey through York’s sweet and spirited history.
Indulge a loved one this Valentine’s Day and go that one step further, don’t just give the chocolate, experience the chocolate.
Included:
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- Learn chocolate-making techniques from expert chocolatiers in a live masterclass demonstration.
- Handcraft six ganache-filled mini-truffles with gooey fillings like creamy white chocolate ganache and Champagne
- Pipe and personalise your own chocolate lolly using delectable toppings like honeycomb, ruby chocolate crispearls, freeze-dried raspberry, and strawberry chocolate buttons.
- Make a mini chocolate tiffin, layering chocolate with irresistible fillings like brownie bits, feuilletine, and waffle pieces.
- Pipe a love heart and decorate it with luxurious toppings, perfect for a sweet seasonal touch.
- Package your creations to take home, ensuring you can savour every moment of your chocolate-making journey.
- Enjoy a cup of indulgent hot chocolate, the perfect treat to complete your chocolate-filled adventure.
We are hosting our popular chocolate masterclasses on Valentine’s Day itself. Perfect for couples that are looking for something that bit different and want to treat their loved one(s) to an experience they’ll remember.
This is the perfect option to show your loved one(s) how much you care.
Join us for a romantic Valentine’s Masterclass!
Celebrate the season of love with our exclusive Valentine’s Chocolate Masterclass, designed for adults (18+) to create delectable treats and share a unique, hands-on experience. Perfect for couples, friends, or anyone who loves chocolate!
Experience Highlights:
- Learn chocolate-making techniques from expert chocolatiers in a live masterclass demonstration.
- Pipe a giant chocolate heart and decorate it with luxurious toppings like ruby chocolate crispearls, freeze-dried raspberries, and strawberry chocolate buttons.
- Personalise your chocolate heart by piping a romantic message for that special touch.
- Hand-roll 6x Marc de Champagne truffles for a decadent indulgence.
- Dip strawberries in rich couverture chocolate and set them on a beautiful cocoa butter heart-patterned transfer.
- Package your creations to take home, perfect for gifting or enjoying as a sweet treat.
- Conclude your experience with a cup of indulgent hot chocolate to complete this chocolate-filled evening.
- Enjoy a glass of prosecco, the perfect treat to complete your chocolate-filled adventure.
Join us for this one-of-a-kind Valentine’s event to craft luxurious chocolates, express your creativity, and enjoy a romantic atmosphere.
Book your place now and make this Valentine’s one to remember!
