Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

The Santa Barbara Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop offers a unique opportunity to indulge in creativity and confectionery delights. Nestled in the lively El Mercado, this engaging experience invites participants to craft their own customized chocolate bars and design wooden art boxes. With an educational chocolate tour and a welcoming atmosphere, this workshop promises a memorable outing for all ages. So, why not unleash your inner artist and satisfy your sweet tooth?

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Key Points

An engaging hands-on workshop in Santa Barbara where participants create custom chocolate bars and decorate wooden art boxes.
The workshop lasts 1-4 hours and costs $58 or more per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours prior.
Participants can choose from various chocolate options and toppings, and receive a chocolate tour and educational talk by the chocolate maker.
The workshop is suitable for ages 7 and older, accommodates wheelchair users, and provides a welcoming atmosphere with knowledgeable staff.
The workshop has an overall rating of 5/5 from 18 reviews, with participants praising the friendly staff, fun chocolate-making experience, and satisfying overall experience.

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Workshop Overview

The workshop is an engaging activity that allows participants to create custom chocolate bars and decorate a wooden art box.

An engaging workshop where participants create custom chocolate bars and decorate a wooden art box.

Located at El Mercado in Santa Barbara, the workshop lasts 1-4 hours and costs $58 or more per person. Availability and starting times can be checked beforehand.

Cancellation is free up to 24 hours in advance, and the event is wheelchair accessible.

During the workshop, participants can choose from 60% dark, oat milk, and flavored white chocolate, along with 30 toppings to personalize their creations.

They’ll also design and paint a wooden box for their chocolates.

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Experience Highlights

During the workshop, participants can create custom chocolate bars using 60% dark, oat milk, and flavored white chocolate. They can choose from 30 toppings to personalize their bars. Participants will also design and paint a wooden box for their chocolates using various art supplies. The workshop includes a chocolate tour and talk by the chocolate maker, where attendees can learn about single origin cacao beans and their flavor profiles. Guests can enjoy samples of Menchacas Chocolates and seasonal specialty drinks throughout the experience.

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| Cacao Husk Tea taster cup | Additional Menchaca Chocolates available for purchase |

Included in the Workshop

The workshop includes a chocolate tour and talk by the chocolate maker, where participants can learn about single origin cacao beans and their flavor profiles.

Smocks, tongs, molds, and outdoor seating are provided, allowing for a comfortable chocolate-making experience.

Smocks, tongs, molds, and outdoor seating are provided, allowing for a comfortable chocolate-making experience.

Attendees can design and paint a wooden box for their chocolates using a variety of art supplies at the dedicated art table.

To complete the experience, a Cacao Husk Tea taster cup is included, and additional Menchaca Chocolates are available for purchase.

The workshop offers a well-rounded and engaging hands-on activity.

Participant Information

The workshop is suitable for ages 7 and older, making it an ideal activity for families, couples, and groups of friends.

Participants can enjoy the hands-on chocolate-making and box-decorating experience together. The event accommodates wheelchair users, ensuring accessibility for all.

With a variety of toppings and art supplies available, attendees can personalize their creations to their liking.

The workshop’s welcoming atmosphere and knowledgeable staff contribute to an engaging and memorable outing for participants of all ages and skill levels.

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Customer Reviews

Based on the 18 reviews, participants have overwhelmingly praised the Santa Barbara Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop.

With an overall rating of 5/5, the workshop received glowing feedback. Participants highlighted the friendly staff, the fun chocolate-making experience, the creative box decorating, the delicious chocolate, and the great atmosphere.

Many noted the variety of options and the welcoming environment, making it a memorable and enjoyable outing. The workshop seems to offer a unique and engaging experience that delivers on its promises, leaving participants satisfied and eager to recommend it to others.

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Crafting Custom Chocolate Bars

As participants enter the workshop, they’re immediately drawn to the array of tempting chocolate options laid out before them.

They can choose from rich 60% dark, creamy oat milk, and dreamy flavored white chocolate. With over 30 toppings to pick from, the possibilities for customization are endless.

Participants carefully select their desired chocolate and begin adorning it with an array of nuts, fruits, spices, and more.

The chocolate maker provides guidance, sharing insights into single-origin cacao beans and their unique flavor profiles.

Soon, the space is filled with the aroma of freshly crafted, personalized chocolate bars.

Designing and Decorating Wooden Art Boxes

After mastering the art of chocolate making, participants shift their focus to the wooden boxes laid out on the tables.

With a selection of acrylic paints, brushes, markers, and stencils at their fingertips, the creative juices begin to flow. Participants embark on a journey of self-expression, painting their boxes with:

Participants unleash their creativity, painting wooden boxes with vibrant colors, intricate designs, and personalized flair.

Vibrant colors and patterns
Intricate designs inspired by nature
Whimsical characters and symbols
Personalized messages and monograms
Abstract compositions using various techniques

The once-blank wooden canvases transform into unique, one-of-a-kind masterpieces, a testament to the participants’ artistic talents and the joy of hands-on crafting.

Sum Up

The Santa Barbara Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop offers a delightful and creative experience for all ages. Participants can craft custom chocolate bars and design wooden art boxes, creating a memorable outing filled with the sweet satisfaction of their handmade creations. With an educational chocolate tour, friendly staff, and a welcoming atmosphere, this workshop is a must-try for anyone seeking a unique and indulgent activity in Santa Barbara.