Cocoa Workshop - Discovery, Hands-on Experience, and Food Tasting in Goyave Cocoa Workshop - Discovery, Hands-on Practice, and Tasting in Goyave
ID: GYG1372313-2094775
Category:
Country: Guadeloupe
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Discover the secrets of cocoa through an immersive workshop in Goyave with Mikael from Natibwa: cultivation, roasting, processing, and traditional chocolate tasting. (French/English)
In the heart of the tropical nature of Goyave, experience an authentic immersion in the very history of cocoa alongside Mikael, founder of Natibwa and a passionate cultural mediator. This experience invites you to discover all the stages of cocoa processing, from the fresh pod to traditional chocolate.
The tour takes place in a Creole garden where fruit trees and plants emblematic of the Caribbean grow. You will discover the secrets of cocoa, the drying and roasting techniques, and then take part in a hands-on demonstration of each step, culminating in the making of a traditional cocoa bar.
The experience concludes with the preparation and food tasting of a traditional plant-based hot chocolate, in a friendly atmosphere that encourages discussion about the history of cocoa, Guadeloupean traditions, and local expertise.
Combining cultural discovery, hands-on demonstrations, and gourmet food tastings, this workshop is an authentic and enriching experience for travelers who want to discover a little-known facet of Guadeloupe's heritage.
For young and old.
Available in French and English.
Highlights
- The workshop takes place in an authentic family garden.
- Tour available in French and English. Passionate and engaging host!
- Human and sensory immersion, a special encounter with the local culture.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Each participant discovers the entire cocoa journey, from the pod to the food tasting of a traditional hot chocolate prepared on site.
Natibwa sign at the entrance
INCLUDED
- Welcome and guidance by Mikael, founder of Natibwa
- Creole Garden Tour
- Presentation of the stages of cocoa cultivation and processing
- Demonstration of cocoa bean roasting
- Demonstration of grinding and making a traditional cocoa bar
- Preparation and food tasting of traditional hot chocolate
- Discussions about the history of cocoa and Guadeloupe's cultural heritage
- Awareness of sustainable practices and recycling
- Water and local biscuits with traditional chocolate
- Access to the parking lot
- Access to the restrooms
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to the activity venue
- Purchases of Natibwa products
- Personal expenses
- Full meal
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.