From pod to gourmet

Take off on an unforgettable day to discover cocoa, an emblematic crop of the Ivory Coast. This unique excursion offers you an immersive experience, combining cultural discovery, learning and tasting pleasure.

PROGRAM

1. Visit to a cocoa field and immersive experience
Accompanied by a passionate farmer, you will explore the cocoa plantations and discover the key stages of production: from planting to harvesting, including fermentation and drying.
Interactive experience and practical work:
- Take part in harvesting the pods and extracting the beans.
- Learn about fermentation and drying techniques, essential for developing the flavours of cocoa.
- Discover the economic and cultural impact of cocoa in Côte d'Ivoire, the world's leading producer.
- Leave with an in-depth knowledge of the cocoa cycle.
- Help support local producers by promoting their work.

2. Lunch and talk 
Enjoy a typical Ivorian lunch, prepared with fresh local produce. This convivial moment will be an opportunity to talk with producers and agricultural agents about their daily lives, their challenges and their hopes for the future of cocoa.

3. Fun and educational chocolate workshop
Take part in an interactive chocolate workshop where young and old can become chocolate apprentices.

A fun and informative workshop:
- Discover the secrets of chocolate: Understand the stages of processing, from bean to bar.
- Hands-on experience: Put on your chef's hat and try your hand at chocolate making!
o Tempering: For crisp, shiny chocolate.
o Moulding: Create a variety of shapes with moulds.
o Spreading: Work the chocolate for perfect crystallisation.
o Decorating: Personalise your creations with toppings and motifs.
- Games and quizzes about cocoa to learn while having fun.
- Gourmet tasting: Taste different varieties of chocolate and enjoy your own creations.
Stars in your eyes... and chocolate in your hands!

End this emotionally-charged day with a sharing circle: share your favourites, ask your final questions, and leave with a better understanding of the world of cocoa.