Turin, capital of chocolate in a guided tasting
Let yourself be welcomed in the heart of Turin, city symbol of chocolate, for a fine chocolate tasting experience that combines history, technique and pure sensory pleasure. In a refined laboratory or artisan boutique, you will meet an expert master chocolatier who will guide you in discovering the different origins of cocoa, the processing methods and the secrets that make a chocolate truly excellent. You will taste selections of artisan chocolate, pralines and signature creations, learning to recognize aromas, textures and ideal pairings.
A carefully detailed journey, ideal for those who wish to live a special moment in the city and learn about the most authentic soul of the Turin pastry tradition, among intense aromas, clear explanations and a warm and engaging atmosphere that makes every taste a memory to take with you.
Highlights
Take part in a true fine-chocolate tasting led by a Turin master chocolatier, who guides you step by step through the discovery of aromas, textures and production secrets, transforming a simple tasting into a complete and engaging sensory journey.
Discover why Turin is considered the Italian capital of chocolate, listening to stories about the local tradition, the origins of gianduiotto and the artisanal innovations that have made the historic shops of the Savoyard city famous worldwide.
Learn to recognize a true quality artisan chocolate by comparing different types of bars and pralines, observing color and shine, perceiving the scents and slowly letting each taste melt to capture all the aromatic nuances.
Experience an intimate setting in a refined workshop or boutique in Turin's historic center, in a small group that fosters direct dialogue with the expert and ensures personalized attention to the questions and tastes of each participant.
Take home practical tips on pairings, storage and informed purchases, so you can choose and enjoy chocolate with greater awareness even after the trip, replicating the experience and sharing it with friends and family.
Details of your tasting experience in Turin
The experience begins in a selected shop or laboratory of artisan chocolate in Turin, where you will be welcomed by a master chocolatier ready to tell you how a quality bar is born. After a brief introduction on the history of Piedmontese chocolate and Turin's role as Italian capital of taste, you will discover the varieties of cocoa beans, the areas of origin and their impact on aromas and scents. The expert will show you the main processing phases, from the selection of raw materials to tempering, explaining why certain steps are so important to obtain a glossy surface, clean break and perfect melt.
The intimate and professional environment, surrounded by display cases full of pralines and original creations, will immediately make clear the difference between an industrial chocolate and a production curated in every detail, inviting you to observe, smell and prepare for the moment of the guided tasting.
Gallery
Tour Itinerary
- 1
Starting location:
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- 2
Turin (1 hour)
Culinary tasting
- 3
Arrive back at:
Chocolate7 For reference only. Itineraries are may vary.
Indicative itinerary, subject to changes.
What's included
- Tasting of local and Italian luxury chocolates
- Tasting of international "bean-to-bar" chocolates.
- Learning the history and method of "bean-to-bar" production.
- Learning their tasting notes
- Tasting guided by the host
- Transport to the venue
What's not included
- Transfers to and from the meeting point
- Purchase of additional products in the shop after the tasting
Good to know
Important
- Flag any allergies or food intolerances, especially to cocoa, milk and nuts, before the start of the tasting.
- Show up at the meeting point indicated on the voucher at least 10 minutes before the experience start time.
Good to know
- If you are allergic or intolerant to hazelnuts, the organizer can provide alternatives, but you must communicate it at the start of the tasting.
Useful tips
- Eat lightly before the experience, so you can better appreciate the delicate, complex flavors of chocolate.
- Remember to bring a small bottle of water to cleanse the palate between tastings and better perceive the aromatic differences.
- If you'd like to buy products at the end, consider whether you have space in your luggage and travel conditions suitable for transporting chocolate without melting it.
What to bring
- comfortable footwear
Not allowed
- It is not allowed to bring outside food or drinks during the tasting.
- It is not allowed to use tobacco or e-cigarettes inside the boutique or workshop.