French Holiday Confections: Truffles and Mendiants
In this hands-on class based on recipes from the Escoffier Paris cooking school, participants make classic French chocolate truffles and mendiants from scratch. Students learn and practice tempering chocolate, shaping candies, and decorating with toasted nuts and candied orange peel. Each student departs with a gift box of finished confections and recipes to recreate the treats at home.
What to Expect
Hands-on French chocolate candy making using Escoffier Paris recipes.
Event Details
Ages
18+
Neighborhood
South End
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Joie en Cuisine
Food & Drink
Participants make orange-spiced chocolate truffles and Valrhona 70% Guanaja mendiants with toasted nuts and candied orange peel.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Adults interested in learning chocolate-making techniques
Vibe
Hands-on and instructional
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
Tips & Advice
- Allow for the full three-hour course so you have time to make the truffles and mendiants and practise the techniques.
- Keep the 18-and-over age restriction in mind when choosing who will attend the class.
- Plan to take home a gift box of finished candies and recipes for the components prepared during class.
- Wear clothing you can comfortably work in while tempering chocolate, shaping candies and decorating them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take part in the class?
The class is for adults aged 18 and over.
What will students make?
Students prepare orange chocolate truffles and mendiants decorated with toasted nuts and candied orange peel.
Which chocolate-making techniques are covered?
The class covers tempering chocolate, shaping candies and decorating them.
What will students take home?
Each student leaves with a gift box of truffles and mendiants, plus recipes for the components prepared in class.
How long should I allow for the class?
The course lasts three hours.
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