Welcome to the page where you can directly book the chocolate experience that appeals to you most. Here, you will have the opportunity to broaden your knowledge of Zaan history while crafting your own artisanal chocolate.
From bean-to-bar
Curious about how chocolate is actually made? During this unique chocolate experience at Kin&Co Chocolade, you will discover up close how cocoa beans are transformed into delicious chocolate bars and bonbons.
In the chocolate atelier, you will see the entire “bean-to-bar” process step by step. During this interactive demonstration, you won’t just be watching, but also smelling, feeling, and, of course, tasting. You will discover how cocoa grows, how chocolate is produced, and what makes true quality chocolate so special.
Additionally, you will enjoy a guided chocolate tasting where you’ll learn to better recognize flavors, aromas, and different types of chocolate. You will also taste fresh cocoa fruit juice and learn more about the rich cocoa history of the Zaanstreek, one of the largest cocoa regions in the world.
The experience concludes with making your very own chocolate creation to take home.
This workshop is perfect for locals from Zaandam and the surrounding area looking for a fun and original outing close to home.
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Maximum group size: 35 people
Make your own chocolates
Always wanted to know what makes a truly great bonbon so special? During this fun and hands-on workshop at Kin&Co Chocolade, you will learn step-by-step how to make your own fresh, handmade bonbons. The perfect bonbon is all about the balance between a soft, flavorful filling and a thin layer of chocolate.
The workshop begins with a brief introduction to cocoa and chocolate. After that, you’ll get straight to work with tempered chocolate. You will learn how to mold, fill, and finish your bonbons into beautiful creations.
All ingredients and materials are included. At the end of the workshop, you will take home a well-filled box of your own bonbons, including the recipes, so you can keep experimenting at home.
This workshop is perfect for a fun outing with friends, family, or colleagues in Zaandam and the surrounding area.
- Maximum group size: 12 people
- Duration: 3 hours
Work with chocolate
During this fun and hands-on workshop at Kin&Co Chocolade, you will discover how chocolate is made, from cocoa bean to delicious chocolate bar. You will learn more about the unique “bean-to-bar” process and then get straight to work with chocolate yourself.
In a relaxed and creative atmosphere, you will make your own personalized chocolate bar using milk or dark chocolate. You will decorate it with various seasonal toppings and also learn how to make bonbons with a smooth ganache filling. At the end of the workshop, you will festively wrap your chocolate creations to take home.
This workshop is perfect for residents of Zaandam and the Zaanstreek looking for an original outing with friends, family, or colleagues. The combination of creativity, fun, and chocolate makes this an ideal activity for birthdays, group outings, or just a great afternoon together.
Afterward, you will head home with two unique chocolate creations to share, or to enjoy all by yourself.
- Maximum group size: 18 people
- Duration: 2 hours
Meet our team
We will take you and your group on an unforgettable chocolate experience, where you will be introduced to its history, alongside crafting delicious chocolate yourself.
David
Hans
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