Introduction to the Fundamentals of Chocolate and Confectionery program is available on the Paris campus.
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Introduction to the Fundamentals of Chocolate and Confectionery
The “Introduction to the Fundamentals” programs are designed specifically for food enthusiasts, aspiring entrepreneurs or professionals seeking to discover the fundamentals of French Gastronomy. Through these highly immersive and practical programs, participants will acquire the fundamentals of professional techniques, understand the working environment of a professional kitchen and master the most iconic recipes of French Gastronomy.
These programs are taught directly in English with a maximum of 10 participants allowing for one-on-one instruction and support.

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The Paris campus for the Introduction to the Fundamentals of Chocolate and Confectionery program
The Paris campus for the Introduction to the Fundamentals of Chocolate and Confectionery program
All teaching in this program will be in English (guest chefs may speak in French with simultaneous translation). Course materials will be in English.
Although knowledge of the French language is not a requirement to be admitted to the program, it can be helpful for daily life in Paris.
Objectives
- Master the fundamentals of chocolate work
- Produce a range of chocolates and confectionery
- Creation of commercial products and displays
Contents
- Creation of basic productions: ganache, praliné and almond paste
- Production of confectionery: pâte de fruit, nougats and caramels
- Production process and different chocolate crystallisation techniques
- Manual and mechanical dipping techniques
- Creation of commercial material and a window display
- Chocolate decorations for entremets
Teaching methods
- Demonstrations of professional practices
- Hands-on practice: students make all products themselves
- Applied technology
- Critical analysis of productions
Next Intake
- To be confirmed
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