Choco-Late – 29th March 2019

Are you ready for Choco-Late?

Choco-late is this year’s Esplora’s returning event for adults only and as the title hints, it will be an event all about chocolate. This event is being organised again in collaboration with the Institute for Tourism Studies (ITS) and together we shall be exploring the science behind chocolate and chocolate making. We shall be holding demonstrations, hands-on workshops and activities on several related topics such as sculptures made of chocolate, pairing chocolate with wine, chocolate experiments and more.

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Date: 29th March 2019
Time: 18:00 – 22:00
Age
: 17+
Tickets:
Standard ticket €10
Including Wine Pairing €12 (limited number of tickets available)

Tickets can be purchased from: here

For more information call us on 23602300

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Hands-on Workshop & Activities

Chocolate History

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Chocolate grows on trees! Well, not exactly but have you ever wondered where chocolate comes from? The process starts from the cocoa pod which does grow on the cocoa or cacao tree. Discover how chocolate is made during Choco-Late

Piping Techniques

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Many of us might be curios how pastry chefs manage to pipe intricate designs and motifs with chocolate. Join us for the Piping Techniques workshop where one can experience this first hand as lecturers and students will demonstrate piping skills and you, the visitor, will be able to experience how to pipe yourself. Perfect timing to test your figolla decorating skills

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Chocolate Sculptures

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When you think of a sculpture you might think of stone, bronze or any other material.At Esplora we’re experimenting with Chocolate. The very talented ITS students and lecturers will be showcasing how chocolate sculpture pieces are created and assembled together using nothing but chocolate.

Chocolate Pralines

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Does it take you forever to pick the right box of pralines to give as a present? There are so many shapes, sizes and flavours! Experience this workshop, as ITS students demonstrate live how different types of chocolate pralines are prepared.

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Chocolate Cocktails

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Want to impress your friends in your next party? Then come and taste chocolate-based cocktails with recipes prepared by ITS students and experience the combination between alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for a perfect chocolate match.

Chocolate Garnishes

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Easter is coming up soon, so why not explore some interesting ways to decorate your Easter goodies. Some very simple and others rather more intricate. In this workshop, you will be able to explore methods to create chocolate garnishes with the help of ITS students and experts.

Chocolate & Wine Pairing

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Calling all wine and chocolate lovers! Our experts from ITS will take you to an educational and enjoyable wine and chocolate experience. Discover the rules and secrets in how chocolate can be matched to certain wines using our senses of sight, smell and taste.

To make your experience at Esplora complete, why not have dinner with us during our event!

The Esplora Café will be open all night serving the following specialities:

– Grilled Lamb Burger with our homemade chocolate ketchup
– Stuffed Maltese bread with beef and veggies
– Nutella Pastizzi
– Chocolate or Caramel latte with milk and white chocolate buttons

Join in the fun activities and dine with us at the Esplora Café.

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Grilled Lamb Burger with chocolate ketchup Nutella Pastizzi & Chocolate/Caramel latte Stuffed Maltese bread with beef and veggies

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