School of Chocolate

                                                   

Rumsey's Cocoa Pod School of Chocolate is a paradise for chocolate lovers. The new concept provides a Head Office for Rumseys with a modern production unit and demonstration kitchens. Please see below for courses and booking dates currently available and come to see us to learn the art of the chocolatier:-

THE COCOA POD, 74 OXFORD ROAD, STONE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP17 8PL

Rumsey’s Chocolate workshops are a great way to discover new talents, enjoy chocolate and de-stress!  Whether you are a novice or enjoy working in the kitchen, these courses are a great way to expand your knowledge of chocolate making.  We have a variety of courses for you to choose from, and the latest course additions to the calendar have been altered to allow for additional chocolate work to be included, and are all practical.  Why not contact us and ask about our weekend offers and overnight stays?  We can recommend several places to stay, restaurants to try out and places to visit too!

Our courses are great for you, your family or friends.  Gift vouchers available.

CHOCOLATE WORKSHOPS                   SEPTEMBER  -  DECEMBER 2010

1.5 Hour ‘Make & Go’ chocolate session – £40.00 per person (please ask for discounted rate for bookings of 4 or more). These sessions are purely for fun, an ideal time to make something for yourself or a gift for someone special.  

Welcome tea, coffee or hot chocolate on arrival Make your chocolate figurine Dip six handmade chocolates Wrap and pack your goodies

Available Dates 2010

Saturday 4th September 10.30am - 12.00pm

Saturday 2nd October     10.30am - 12.00pm

We can arrange special sessions for groups – minimum 6 persons and maximum 10 persons to suit – Great for a family chocolate making session too!    Telephone 01296 747531 to arrange

Half Day Chocolate Making Workshop - £65.00 per person.  (Please ask for discounted rate if 2 or more people book). Ideal as a first practical experience of chocolate cookery.

Welcome tea, coffee or hot and biscuits on arrival Learn how to make a chocolate figurine make your own plain truffles and use a variety of finishes make some chocolate decorations pack and wrap your chocolate goodies finish with a soft drink and some delicious nibbles.  

Available Dates 2010

Saturday 4th September        1.30pm – 4.30pm

Saturday 20th November       9.00am – 12.00pm (Christmas Theme)                                                                              or                                           1.30pm – 4.30pm   (Christmas Theme) 

Full Day Chocolate Making and Tempering Workshop - £130.00 per person.  Enjoy a full day of informative and practical chocolate making. If you need to practice the art of tempering chocolate you'll have plenty of opportunity.  This course is led by Nigel Rumsey or Pawel Szymanski.

Welcome tea, coffee or hot chocolate on arrival introduction to chocolate making, from the cocoa bean to the bar (dvd), information and practical on tempering chocolate Make a chocolate figurine, detailing the mould  You will be participating in a group session, making up to five different types of truffles/chocolates Enjoy our special lunch with a glass of wine or fruit juice Make some chocolate run outs which can be used for dessert decorations The finished items will be made into a display for you to photograph before packing and wrapping to take home

9.30am – 4.00pm 

Available Dates 2010:    

 

Saturday 16th October FULLY BOOKED 

Saturday 23rd October - PLACES AVAILABLE

CHILDREN’S PARTIES

Updating shortly - Please telephone for details

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Please contact us for information regarding Team Building sessions and day delegate rates.

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