The Taste of Dark Chocolate
The Taste of Dark Chocolate
GENINT 721.534
Osher (50+). In this course, we compare artisanal dark chocolate to mass manufacturers.
Duration
As few as 1 day
Units
0.0
Current Formats
In Person
Cost
Starting at $15.00
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What you can learn.
What you can learn.
Understand how to properly taste chocolate
Use the tasting to compare chocolate from around the world and identify their ingredients
Comprehend the regional differences of cacao, as well as its processing
Learn why dark chocolate can be beneficial to your health
Enjoy a chocolate and food pairing
About This Course
There is candy, and then there is artisanal, hand-crafted dark chocolate. In this course, we looks the methods and selection process of craft bean to bar companies in contrast to mass manufacturers. We learn how fermenting and roasting (or not) affect the final product. We also learn to taste chocolate like a pro. Guided tasting is done with a variety of American and international producers. A chocolate maker will speak to the class at the second meeting.
Summer 2026 Schedule
Date
Details
Format
Wednesday 10:00AM - 12:00PM PT
In Person
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
Notes
Course fee is $15 for both OLLI Basic and Plus members. Enrollment limited. Visitors not permitted.
Deadline
No refunds after No drop request allowed after enrollment
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Wed Jun 24, 2026
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119A