1.5h Belgian Chocolate Workshop in Brussels (bean to bar)

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Brussels, Belgium

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Booked 10+ times last week!

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.6

· 7vtd8679v5 ·

Feb 2026

Patricia was amazing! I learned so much from her! Her English is conversational and she also let me practice my French without judgement. What a lovely experience! I love that the company is bean to bar. Highly recommend!

· Holly_T ·

Apr 2026

This was super fun and we came home with lots of chocolates. The instructor was knowledgeable and we learned a lot about chocolate from the bean to the candy bar. Would definitely do this again.

Overview

Belgium is known for its world-class chocolate, and this hands-on experience allows you to both taste it and learn how to make it. Avoid the tourist traps, and visit an authentic chocolate factory in Brussels for a chocolate-making tutorial with an expert. During the workshop, find out fun facts about the history of Belgian chocolate, watch demonstrations, and make a selection of chocolates which you can take home with you.

Watch special techniques, such as tempering on a marble table
Lots of variety—make delicious truffles, lollipops, and mendiants
Find out the secrets of how ruby pink chocolate is made
VIP upgrade includes welcome glass of champagne and embroidered apron with our logo

What's Included

Organic cacao from small farmers. 100% traceable origin.
Glass of champagne (if VIP upgrade option selected).
Embroidered apron with our logo (if VIP upgrade option selected).
Handcraft your own chocolate bar, mendiants, and truffles then pack them in a gift box to take home.
Taste several premium cacao origins from different countries and the cacao pod juice (mucilage).
Hold a fresh cacao pod in your hands and taste raw cacao beans straight from the fruit.
Enjoy 20% off our entire chocolate collection in-store.

Apron, unless VIP upgrade option selected

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The Belgian Chocolate Makers (Booking Desk)
Pl. de la Justice 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
At our booking desk, we’ll check your tickets before the workshop begins. Please make sure to queue at least 10 minutes early. You’ll receive a hairnet and wristband granting access to the workshop. If you have any food intolerances or allergies, please inform us at that time.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for severe food allergy
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Cortney_B

It was fun, interesting, delicious, easy, and the perfect amount of time. We got free aprons, got to box up our own handmade chocolate creations, our instructor Patrica was so knowledgeable and engaging! She made the whole class fun and really thought us the intricacies of chocolate making! The tour was located in a really convenient area, easily accessible to other popular areas of Brussels. I’ve been on a lot of tours in several countries and this was one of my favorites.

Reviews

4.6

based on 475 reviews

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Fun and informative afternoon

Leanne_F, Apr 2026

I really enjoyed this experience with my 9yo son. We created a bar, 5 truffles and half a tray of chocolate shapes each during the session. There was also information on the production of their chocolates from bean to bar and tasters of different chocolate. (Dark chocolate lover through and through and even Belgian milk and white chocolate couldn't convince me otherwise :) ) At first I was nervous as the host seemed quite stern but she was great, informative with good instructions and some humour. She takes chocolate seriously. Everyone had to wear hairnets but not aprons or gloves.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad you and your son enjoyed the workshop; it sounds like you created quite a delicious collection together 😊 It’s great to hear you appreciated both the hands-on making and the bean-to-bar insights (and we fully respect your loyalty to dark chocolate!). We also appreciate your honest feedback about the atmosphere at the star; our hosts are indeed passionate about chocolate and aim to guide everyone carefully, but we’re happy to know the experience became enjoyable and engaging throughout. Thanks as well for noting the details around hygiene; your feedback helps us continue to improve. We hope to welcome you both back for another chocolate adventure soon! 🍫

Chocolate making was a...

Priscilla_W, Apr 2026

Chocolate making was a great experience to break up a rainy day in the city and have a hands on experience. We learned about chocolate and enjoyed tasting our creation!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that the workshop brightened up a rainy day and gave you a fun, hands-on experience. It’s always a pleasure to share our passion for chocolate and even better when you get to enjoy your own creations at the end. Hope to welcome you again soon! 🍫

Yummy-ness

Arlene_S, Apr 2026

It was a light and wonderful experience with my kids who prefers to “do something” during vacation, not just sightseeing. We also loved the yummy chocolates that come out of it. Thanks for making this a unique experience for our family on vacation

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We’re so happy to hear that the experience was just what your family was looking for; something hands-on and memorable during your vacation. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed both the activity and, of course, the delicious chocolates you created! 🍫 We’re thrilled to have been part of your family’s trip and to offer something a little different. We hope to welcome you all again on your next visit!

Fantastic workshop!

Anne_M, Apr 2026

Really fun and engaging even for our kids both under 10. We had an amazing time learnt so much and came away with lovely Easter chocolates we had made ourselves!!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that both you and your kids had such a fun and engaging experience. It’s wonderful that you all learned something new and got to take home your own Easter chocolates, that’s exactly what we hope for! We’d love to welcome you back again soon for more chocolate adventures 🍫✨

The best dark chocolate I’ve had

Alexander_C, Apr 2026

Patrica was the star of the show! Very knowledgeable and entertaining. She is a master of chocolate, the 100% dark bar was the best I’ve ever had. Class is cute and you make you own bar + other stuff.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Patricia made such a strong impression; she truly embodies the passion and expertise behind everything we do. As a certified bean-to-bar chocolate maker, we craft our chocolate starting directly from the cocoa bean, carefully controlling every step of the process. This is something that sets us apart from many other workshops you might find elsewhere, where pre-made chocolate is often used. For us, authenticity and craftsmanship are at the heart of the experience. We’re especially glad you enjoyed the 100% dark bar, it’s a bold favorite and a true reflection of our approach to chocolate. Hope to welcome you back soon for another delicious adventure!

Great activity! Must do!

Holly_T, Apr 2026

This was super fun and we came home with lots of chocolates. The instructor was knowledgeable and we learned a lot about chocolate from the bean to the candy bar. Would definitely do this again.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We’re delighted to hear you had such a fun experience and enjoyed taking home plenty of chocolate. It’s great to know the session helped you discover more about the journey from bean to bar; that’s exactly what we love sharing. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime for another chocolate adventure! 🍫

Really nice experience...

Sejal_A, Mar 2026

Really nice experience for an hour and a half to understand about chocolate making and trying an activity really well explained and everyone’s very passionate about what they do

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you enjoyed the workshop and got a good feel for the chocolate and making process. Sharing our passion and making it accessible is exactly what we aim for, so it’s great to hear that came through. Hope to welcome you back for another experience soon!

The tour was not...

Lindsay_B, Mar 2026

The tour was not informative and hands on. Patricia did a wonderful job explaining the process of making chocolate as well as teaching us the various ways to use the chocolate.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it both informative and hands-on. Patricia will be especially happy to know that her explanations and guidance made a positive impact on your visit. We hope to welcome you again soon for more chocolate adventures! 🍫

Lovely

Jacob_C, Mar 2026

Don’t leave any chocolate behind. It was super fun and our instructor, Patricia, was amazing. She was a great teacher, and she was very informative on how chocolate is made and the differences in flavors of types of chocolate.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! 🍫 We’re delighted to hear you had such a fun time and that you enjoyed the workshop. Patricia will be especially happy to know that her passion for chocolate and teaching made the experience memorable. Learning how chocolate is made and discovering the different flavors is one of our favorite parts to share. And of course we agree: never leave any chocolate behind! 😉 We hope to welcome you again soon for another sweet experience.

Patricia treated us to a...

Julie_G, Mar 2026

Patricia treated us to a magical experience! This make your own chocolate class is a must do when in Brussels.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🍫✨ We’re delighted you had a magical experience with Patricia. She loves sharing her passion for chocolate, and it means a lot to hear that you enjoyed the “make your own chocolate” workshop. We hope to welcome you back the next time you’re in Brussels for more chocolate fun! 🇧🇪

Patricia is the best!!

Angeles_A, Mar 2026

What an amazing afternoon with Patricia!! It was extra special because we had her to ourselves - what a treat to have a private Chocolate Workshop! She was funny, knowledgable and so personable. I'd recommend this activity if you're in Brussels!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 It was a real pleasure to spend the afternoon with you. I'm so glad you enjoyed the private workshop having the time to share chocolate together in a relaxed way always makes it extra special. Your kind words about Patricia will make her very happy; she truly loves sharing her passion for chocolate. 🍫 We hope to welcome you back in Brussels for another sweet experience someday!

Patricia was amazing! I...

7vtd8679v5, Feb 2026

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a lovely experience with Patricia; she truly enjoys sharing her knowledge and creating a welcoming space to learn. We’re especially glad you felt comfortable practicing both English and French, and that our bean-to-bar approach made the visit even more meaningful. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon 🍫✨

What a great experience!...

piper_m, Feb 2026

What a great experience! Patrica was amazing! Learned so much about the process and had so much fun making our own creations. The chocolate is delicious!

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled you had such a great time, and Patrica will be so happy to hear this 💛 It means a lot that you enjoyed both the process and the chocolate (the best part!). We hope to see you back soon for more delicious creations 🍫✨

A must do! Really cool experience!

Cortney_B, Feb 2026

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a fun, delicious, and memorable experience 🍫 We love that you enjoyed the hands-on chocolate making, the aprons, and taking home your own creations; those details are some of our favorites too. Patrica will be absolutely delighted to hear your kind words; she truly has a gift for making chocolate come alive and sharing its intricacies in such an engaging way. It also means a lot to us that, after so many tours around the world, ours stands out as one of your favorites. That’s the highest compliment we could receive. We hope to welcome you back again soon; there’s always more chocolate to discover in Brussels!

Great, thorough yet concise.

Peter_R, Feb 2026

Wonderful class, and very well done. Super knowledgable staff and the chef was great - loved being able to bring home my creations. 90 minutes was the perfect amount of time.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the class and felt well guided by our team and chef. Being able to take your creations home is one of our favorite parts too 😊 We’re glad the 90-minute format felt just right, and we hope to welcome you back for another class soon!

Fabulous class! Our...

jrkatzman, Jan 2026

Fabulous class! Our chef/instructor was knowledgeable, creative and accommodating. Exceeded our expectations!

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience and that the class exceeded your expectations. Our chef will be delighted to know their knowledge, creativity, and flexibility made a difference. We hope to welcome you back for another delicious class soon! 🍫👨‍🍳

Great class with great information and instructions

Kelvin_W, Jan 2026

The instructor was very clear with her instructions and great with the kids in the class. The class was very informative. During the instructions and lessons, we got a sample of the cacao fruit, cacao nibs, and various chocolate types. The chocolate making portion of the class was also very instructive. My partner and I highly recommend this class.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌟 We’re delighted to hear that you and your partner enjoyed the experience and appreciated both the educational and hands-on parts of the workshop. It’s great to know you liked tasting the cacao fruit and learning about the bean-to-bar process; that’s truly what makes our workshops special! 🍫 We’ll be sure to share your kind words with your instructor, who will be thrilled to know the kids had such a great time too. We hope to welcome you back soon for more chocolate adventures in Brussels! 🍀

We had Elisabetta. She...

Erika_M, Jan 2026

We had Elisabetta. She was so very detailed! One thing I will say that holds true like other reviews is that there is no ruby chocolate samples or on how it’s made and there is walking to the lab part (it has stairs, so might need to contact about accessibility). We had so much fun! It’s very good quality and very informative. Definitely a good activity

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you so much for your lovely review! 🍫 We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your workshop with Elisabetta, she truly loves sharing her passion and knowledge in every detail. We also appreciate your note about accessibility and ruby chocolate; your feedback helps us improve how we communicate these aspects to future guests. We’re very happy you had fun and found the experience both high-quality and informative, that’s exactly what we aim for! 💛

Not what I expected

Sarah_U, Jan 2026

I thought I was going to be actually making the chocolate but instead you are learning about how it is made and the instructor takes the already made chocolate and puts it in a paper funnel and you get to squeeze it out into a mold and add your choice of toppings to the chocolate. Then you do the same thing but without a mold and are able to make the chocolate into any shape you would like, and then they give you 5 already made truffles and let you dip it into chocolate and rope them into either coconut or chocolate powder. The instructor was really nice and answered all our questions. I was a little underwhelmed with the whole process and was hoping we would actually get to do more of the making process. They said it would be 90 Min and we finished in about 75 min but we did have a small group. The chocolate was very tasty and I’m sure I will enjoy it, but I don’t think it was worth the $85 I had to pay.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you for joining our workshop and for sharing your feedback! 🍫 We’re glad you enjoyed the chocolate and appreciated our instructor’s explanations. Our activity is indeed designed as an introductory hands-on experience, where participants temper, mold, and decorate their own creations while learning the fundamentals of real Belgian chocolate making. It is clearly described as such on our booking platforms, a 1.5-hour interactive workshop rather than a professional training course to produce chocolate from the bean itself. We understand that expectations can vary, but we’re happy you left with delicious chocolates and new insights into how authentic Belgian chocolate is crafted.

Educational, tasty and...

Mandy_B, Jan 2026

Educational, tasty and fun hands-on chocolate experience. Instructor Patricia walked us through tasting various types of raw cacao and chocolate before having us make three types of treats for takeaway. The class was well-organized and we have so much good chocolate to eat now!

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🍫😊 We’re delighted that you enjoyed the experience and learned more about cacao with Patricia; she truly loves sharing her passion for chocolate! We’re glad you left with plenty of delicious creations to enjoy, and we hope to see you again soon for another sweet and hands-on adventure in Brussels.

Great fun for the family

Caroline_V, Jan 2026

It was great fun and informative. My children thoroughly enjoyed making their own chocolates and also tasting!

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🍫✨ We’re thrilled to hear that you and your children had such a great time making (and tasting!) your own chocolates; that’s exactly the spirit of our workshops! 😊 We hope to welcome you again soon for another delicious chocolate adventure in Brussels.

We had an absolute...

Kelly_C, Dec 2025

We had an absolute amazing time. Great experience. Would 100% recommend. The chocolate was delicious 😋

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you had an amazing time and loved the chocolate. Your recommendation means a lot to us and we hope to see you again soon for more sweet moments in Brussels! 🍫✨

Interesting facts. We...

Jennifer_M, Dec 2025

Interesting facts. We made three types of chocolate. Was an overall fun experience. Would recommend.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🍫 We're delighted you enjoyed learning fun facts about chocolate and creating your three delicious creations. It’s always a pleasure to share our passion for real bean-to-bar chocolate making. Hope to welcome you again soon for another sweet adventure in Brussels! 🤎

Belgiums Finest Chocolate experience

Maipo_E, Dec 2025

Doing this chocolate‑making class on Christmas made it feel extra special — like stepping into a festive little world of pure sweetness. Whether you’re a total beginner or a full‑on chocolate snob, it hits the spot. The staff were definitely the highlight: fun, skilled, and genuinely excited to share their craft. You taste, you create, you laugh, and you walk out with chocolates that look boutique‑level. For a Christmas experience that’s delicious, creative, and unforgettable, this one absolutely delivers.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much for this amazing review! 🌟 We’re thrilled that your Christmas day with us felt extra special; that’s exactly the magic we hope to create. Our team will be so happy to hear your kind words; they truly love sharing their passion for real chocolate-making. We’re glad you enjoyed creating, tasting, and laughing your way through the workshop and that your chocolates turned out beautifully! 🍫🎄 Hope to see you again soon for another sweet adventure!

The chocolate making...

Paul_W, Dec 2025

The chocolate making class was fantastic! I would definitely recommend this class to anyone else who likes chocolate!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🍫✨ We’re thrilled you loved the class; it’s always a pleasure to share our passion for real bean-to-bar chocolate with fellow chocolate lovers. We hope to welcome you back soon for another delicious experience! 🍀

Fun & tasty

Beth_C, Dec 2025

I love this class & choice to do it on my bday. The instructor was fun & knowledgeable. She made us all feel like master chocolatiers. My chocolate turned out great & tastes amazing.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much for spending your birthday with us! 🎉🍫 We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fun time and that your chocolates turned out delicious, you truly are a master chocolatier now! Hope to welcome you back soon for more sweet creations. 💛

Chocolate

Yanelis_P, Dec 2025

Great experience very knowledgeable. Friendly and delicious chocolate I learned between dark milk and white chocolate which was very interesting.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌟 We’re delighted you enjoyed the experience and discovered more about the differences between dark, milk, and white chocolate 🍫✨ It means a lot to us to share our bean-to-bar passion with curious chocolate lovers like you!

Chocolate in Brussels

Rhonda_T, Dec 2025

Fun, organized, learned things about chocolate making I didn’t know. Great chocolate. Take home what you make.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much! 🍫✨ We’re thrilled you had fun and learned something new about real chocolate making — that’s exactly what our workshops are all about! 🙌 And yes, taking home your own creations is the sweetest part 😋

A brilliant and different experience

Andrew_C, Dec 2025

This was an excellent experience; way better than I expected. I was in a small group of just 10 people, all very interested in the exercise. The tutor was an expert. she was very knowledgeable and was funny. she made the whole exercise really interesting and fun, and the time flew by. I learned some simple things about chocolate which I will remember. Some things to remember ... - You will need around 2 hours available - It is done in a group - You will get chocolate on your clothes! - You take away what you make

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thanks a lot Andrew! You were amazing too!

Mmmmm. Chocolate.

Keith_M, Dec 2025

Informative and fun. Patricia was a great teacher and our family enjoyed the class a great deal. And, you walk out with several pieces of chocolate of our own making! Logistical note: the place where you check in is not where the class is, they walk you to the class location once check in is completed. They offer a same-day discount on their chocolates once the class is completed as well. Location is clean and restrooms are available.