How to Host a Chocolate Tasting

Chocolate tasting Inspire conversation and put everyone in a good mood! They are great fun for social events, popular for fundraising and a touch of sophistication to corporate parties and open doors.

Chocolate tastings are fun and educational, and a great way to entertain guests. Here are some tips for buying chocolate sample, ideas for activities and suggestions for party favors. You can offer all these activities at one tasting, or invite a group of friends to host various activities every month.

1st Part of Management and Budget will be your focus. Because the idea is to taste and compare, you will offer a portion of the bite, not a candy. Start by purchasing a regular premium chocolate dark, milk and white chocolate and craft some interesting ingredients such as herbs, sea salt, and pepper. Chocolate "bark" is economical, but can be cut into small pieces for sampling. If your budget allows, add to your favorites as chocolate truffles and chocolate gianduja.

2nd Decide between a broad or a focused tasting. You are about to offer a wide range of chocolates, or focus on a certain type? For example, you could offer a white chocolate in all its permutations. Other topics may include: cocoa, chocolate, European, South American, vegan, fair trade, or unusual ingredients.

3rd Take chocolate tasting class or visit a local chocolate to learn more about chocolate production and sources and get ideas.

4th Offer chocolate and libations. Even in summer, frothy cocoa and mocha drinks are great over ice.

5th The wine is also delicious with chocolate and let guests choose their favorite chocolate and wine pairing stimulates conversation. Choose a wine with soft to medium tannins and plush fruit, like Merlot and Carmenere. Classic zinfandels have raspberry and black pepper profile as well as a pair of plain chocolate and those with savory ingredients.

6th Do you have some party favors on the side to send home with guests. Imaged with a chocolate greeting or photos are nice. Chocolate business cards also influence, if you are in sales. Use a text editor for printing on postcards chocolate recipes. Hole in one corner and tie the recipe card with ribbon. Or combine all gift pack with a brochure describing the types of chocolate and to taste and evaluate chocolate.

Chocolate tastings can be combined with other events such as bridal showers, anniversaries and birthday parties. They are a great way to break the ice and get people talking. Or try the chocolate taste offers local book club, and offer books and films with a chocolate theme!

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