CHOCOLATE SHOWPIECE WITH ROGER FOK AND VALRHONA
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Create Show-Stopping Chocolate Showpieces with Roger Fok and Valrhona
Join acclaimed pastry artist Roger Fok for an exclusive 3-day Chocolate Showpiece Masterclass at TheTastelab, presented in collaboration with Valrhona.
This immersive experience is designed for professional pastry chefs and advanced enthusiasts who want to elevate their craft and master the art of chocolate showpiece creation at the highest level.
Under Roger’s expert guidance, you’ll learn the complete creative and technical process of designing and constructing a chocolate showpiece that reflects your unique style; from initial concept sketch to final presentation.
What You’ll Learn
- Showpiece Design & Structural Planning: Develop the skills to sketch, blueprint, and plan large-scale chocolate sculptures with precision and stability.
- Advanced Chocolate Techniques: Master casting, moulding, carving, and shaping chocolate components, plus cold emulsion sculpting for intricate details.
- Professional Finishing Methods: Learn airbrushing, spray gun handling, custom colour creation, and painting techniques for maximum visual impact.
- Decorative Elements: Create sugar flowers and textured details using silk screens and stencils to elevate your showpiece artistry.
- Hands-On Experience: Across three intensive days, you’ll design and build your own chocolate showpiece, incorporating innovative techniques and professional-level craftsmanship. Your creation will showcase artistry, precision, and the exceptional quality of Valrhona chocolate.
Daily Schedule
- 8:00 – Welcome and breakfast
- 9:00 – Start of class
- 13:00 – 14:00 – Lunch break (included)
- 17:30 – End of day
What’s included
- Hands-on class
- Ingredients
- Professional equipment for pastry and chocolate work
- Recipe book
- Certificate of Participation
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TheTasteLab Experience
At TheTasteLab, the experience goes far beyond culinary education – it’s a celebration of flavour, warmth, and exceptional hospitality:
- Our cosy Guest Lounge is the perfect spot for networking, enjoying a coffee with pastries, and taking a well-deserved break from class
- Each day includes a delicious breakfast and lunch, freshly prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Russell Bateman and Pastry Chefs Denis Dramé MCA and Giacomo Pischiutti
- Throughout your visit, our Specialists and Account Managers will be on hand and delighted to answer any questions about the products featured in the class