Casa Cacao - Journey From Cacao Bean to Chocolate
Merida, Mexicoby Josh Nisenfeld
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 7 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English, Spanish
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Overview
Discover the 4000 year old roots of true chocolate. Hand grind your very own chocolate using the traditional molcajete. Prepare your authentic chocolate drink with a selection of the very same spices that would have been used in ancient Yucatan. Discover chocolate's link to the modern day by crafting your very own chocolate bar, a modern innovation.
What's included
- 1. Your own handmade chocolate bars. 2. Traditional cacao drink
- Use of traditional grinding methods and moulds.
Itinerary
You will examine various types of cacao beans, and learn the process that goes on at the plantation before being made into chocolate. We will grind our roasted beans, and traditional ingredients together and taste the beverage that has been consumed in Mexico for millennia. You will also discover the modern side of chocolate, how to make your own chocolate bar to take with you.
Meeting and pickup
On Calle 49 next to the delicious Cafe Riqueza. https://maps.app.goo.gl/Q7i1EbH1wuvRDk759?g_st=ipc
End point
On Calle 49 next to the delicious Cafe Riqueza. https://maps.app.goo.gl/Q7i1EbH1wuvRDk759?g_st=ipc
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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