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SUMMARY:FIRE HORSE IKEBANA CHOCOLATE SHOWPIECE MASTERCLASS BY MARTIN CHIFFE
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 					\n		2-Day Hands-On Chocolate Sculpture Class – All Levels WelcomeJo
 in world-renowned International Pastry Consultant Martin Chiffers for an e
 xclusive 2-day masterclass at The Taste Lab London\, dedicated to creating
  a dramatic Fire Horse Ikebana–inspired chocolate showpiece.This class i
 s suitable for all skill levels\, from complete beginners to working pastr
 y chefs. Whether you’ve never attempted a chocolate showpiece before or 
 want to refine your structural and artistic techniques\, Martin will guide
  you step by step through an achievable yet visually striking design.Blend
 ing the elegance of Ikebana with the dynamic movement of the Fire Horse\, 
 this showpiece features:A stylised Fire Horse bustFlowing sculptural eleme
 nts and curved chocolate formsA refined floral arrangement for height and 
 balanceA stepped geometric base with textured cut-out detailingWhat You Wi
 ll LearnFire Horse Ikebana Showpiece DesignUnderstanding the artistic dire
 ction of combining Ikebana and Fire Horse symbolismRecognising movement\, 
 balance\, and visual flow in a 1.2 metre chocolate showpieceBreaking down 
 a complex design into simple\, manageable components suitable for beginner
 sChocolate Construction TechniquesCasting and moulding flat and curved cho
 colate pieces• Creating a stepped multi-layer base with varied textures 
 and patterns• Building layered 3D sculptural components• Carving\, sha
 ping\, and stencilling methods to add detail and formIkebana Floral Techni
 quesCreating multi-petal chocolate flowers Forming curved stems\, branche
 s\, and accents Arranging flowers with height\, movement\, and natural el
 eganceFinishing &amp\; ColouringCustom colour creationAirbrushing and spra
 y-gun techniques High-shine\, gradient\, and modern decorative finishes 
 Surface textures and detail enhancements2-Day ItineraryDay 1 – Design\, 
 Casting &amp\; Core ElementsShowpiece design and constructionPlanning and 
 drawing your sculpture to full scaleTemplating different componentsCasting
  and forming chocolate piecesUnderstanding silicone and the use of 3D and 
 silicone mouldsCarving\, shaping\, and stencilling techniquesWorking with 
 silk screens for texture and detailDay 2 – Assembly\, Detailing &amp\; P
 resentationFull showpiece assembly and joining techniqueCompleting signatu
 re chocolate flowers with branches and leavesCustom colour creation and ch
 ocolate colouringSpraying and painting for visual impactFinal colouring\, 
 shine and texture workTips for transport\, storage and photographyGroup re
 view and final presentation of each showpieceDaily Schedule8:00 – Welcom
 e and breakfast9:00 – Start of class13:00 – 14:00 – Lunch break (inc
 luded)17:30 – End of dayWhat’s includedHands-on classIngredientsProfes
 sional equipment for pastry and chocolate workRecipe bookCertificate of Pa
 rticipation Spaces are limited\, secure your spot today!TheTasteLab Exper
 ienceAt 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 c
 offee with pastries\, and taking a well-deserved break from classEach day 
 includes a delicious breakfast and lunch\, freshly prepared by Michelin-s
 tarred Chef Russell Bateman and Pastry Chefs Denis Dramé MCA and Gia
 como PischiuttiThroughout your visit\, our Specialists and Account Manage
 rs will be on hand and delighted to answer any questions about the product
 s featured in the class		\n								
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