Friday, July 16, 2004 Question: Classes Just in Chocolate in NY Tri-State area?
A Reader Writes: “I wanted to find out if there are any classes on chocolate making (not desserts using chocolate) in the NYC tristate area (including North Jersey). I am not looking for a full time daytime course or online programs, but rather a series of a few classes that provide hands-on techniques and basic skills.” Believe it or not, there are very few places to go for classes just in chocolate. Most treat chocolate as a part of a comprehensive pastry and baking program…. However, one such place that does offer just such a program is the Institute for Culinary Education (formerly Peter Kump’s Cooking School) here in Manhattan. Chocolate 1 Intensive and its companion Chocolate 2 Intensive were last offered in June, but I think that they are offered quarterly or semi-annually. Here’s the link to the entire calendar of recreational classes: http://www.iceculinary.com/recreational/calendar.shtml Contact them to find out when the next series is scheduled.
