A Reader Writes: “I wanted to find out if there are any classes on chocolate making (not desserts using chocolate) in the NYC tristate area (including North Jersey). I am not looking for a full time daytime course or online programs, but rather a series of a few classes that provide hands-on techniques and basic skills.” Believe it or not, there are very few places to go for classes just in chocolate. Most treat chocolate as a part of a comprehensive pastry and baking program....

However, one such place that does offer just such a program is the Institute for Culinary Education (formerly Peter Kump’s Cooking School) here in Manhattan.

Chocolate 1 Intensive and its companion Chocolate 2 Intensive were last offered in June, but I think that they are offered quarterly or semi-annually. Here’s the link to the entire calendar of recreational classes: http://www.iceculinary.com/recreational/calendar.shtml

Contact them to find out when the next series is scheduled.

Previous Questions and Answers:

1. i'm trying to find a one week chocolate making class for my wife's birthday, any suggestions. can be almost anywhere, preferabley english speaking/
   Posted by  on  10/26  at  09:31 PM
2. I am trying to locate a chocolate making class anywhere. Thanks
   Posted by  on  12/11  at  08:59 PM
3. I am molding an Easter bunny for the first time. The mold I purchased is a 2 piece mold. How do I get them together to make a 3 dimensional bunny?
   Posted by Barbara  on  04/03  at  10:46 AM
4. I watch the shows on chocfolate and sugar cration and I want to learn how to work with chocolate and sugar. Is there anywhere in my area that gives classes?
   Posted by  on  11/06  at  09:17 AM
5. One more place to take chocolate classes, but more expensive than Wilton is the Notter School in Orlando. The price is a little over $800 for about a week's worth of classes. They do require a 50% deposit to hold a class and they also get famous instructors there as well. A #### suggestion if you go is the Florida Mall ####. They give students a great discount and it's within walking distance of the school.
   Posted by  on  11/12  at  04:09 PM
6. I have watched shows on chocolate and sugar creations and would like to learn all the techniques. Where could I go that is close to Virginia?
   Posted by  on  12/07  at  02:32 PM