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Make chocolate yourself at the Chaqchao Workshop in Arequipa’s Historical Center

In Arequipa's Historical Center, join a hands-on bean-to-bar chocolate workshop at Varoom where you’ll hear the exciting history of cacao, learn each step of chocolate-making from bean to finished bar, and make the traditional chocolate drink once enjoyed by Aztec kings; you’ll finish by crafting your very own chocolate bar to take home and participate in a guided chocolate tasting to test your palate and spot the difference between gourmet and commercial chocolate.

About this activity in Historical Center

Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Highlights

  • Trace the story of cacao and make chocolate from bean to bar right in the Historical Center of Arequipa.
  • Learn to prepare the traditional Aztec chocolate drink enjoyed by kings and taste authentic recipes.
  • Craft and take home your own personalized chocolate bar, made during the hands-on session.
  • Enjoy a guided chocolate tasting that helps you distinguish gourmet chocolate from commercial varieties.

Important Information

  • The class is fully hands-on and uses professional chocolate-making machines to teach authentic techniques.
  • The workshop welcomes families; infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap.
  • The venue is wheelchair accessible and easy to reach by public transportation in the area.
  • Exact duration and meeting time are provided after booking-come ready to taste, learn, and get a little messy.

Meeting Point

Meet at the workshop entrance in the Historical Center of Arequipa. Exact meeting instructions and a map will be sent with your booking confirmation.

Includes

  • You have access to chocolate making machines on site in the Historical Center, Arequipa - ideal if you’re interested in chocolate-focused Events or food-and-drink experiences in the area.

Other

  • Wheelchair accessible - the venue is accessible for travelers who require mobility accommodations when visiting the area.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, making it easy to reach the venue from other parts of the Historical Center, Arequipa.
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, so plan seating accordingly if you’re booking with very young children.

Customer Reviews

10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Rai_Z
• Sep 18, 2025 07:56:04 PM
Summary: Andreas was a brilliant host with tons of energy and enthusiasm, which made this class fun and engaging. Such a bargain for what’s on offer - we learned a lot, ate a lot and laughed a lot! 10/10
Excursion161741
• Jul 27, 2025 04:47:01 PM
Summary: We loved this class! We learned so much and it was a lot of fun! We now know how to tell real chocolate from fake chocolate. The class was about 3 hours total. Very interactive. Excellent instructor! I would highly recommend!
Malene_F
• Jul 25, 2025 10:49:15 AM
Summary: On our last day in Arequipa, we had the pleasure of joining the Chaqchao Chocolate Making Workshop. We grinded chocolate beans, tasted the ceremonial chocolate té the Inka drank, participated in the making of chocolate and ended up making our own chocolates to take home. Our teacher (sorry, forgot the name) was super entertaining and really lifted the whole thing to another level. We had so much fun! We went with our teenage daughter who also had a blast.

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Know more about Historical Center

You’ll hear the exciting history of cacao, learn the bean-to-bar chocolate making process, prepare the traditional chocolate drink of Aztec kings, and finish by crafting your own chocolate bar to take home.
Yes - the hands-on format is family-friendly, and infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; you’ll all get to make chocolate and taste samples together.
Yes - the venue is wheelchair accessible and there are public transportation options nearby, making it convenient to join from the Historical Center area.
Yes - the class includes a guided chocolate tasting where you’ll compare gourmet and commercial chocolates to spot flavor and quality differences.
This class blends art and culture with Food & Drink exploration by teaching traditional chocolate techniques and cacao history, making it a cultural workshop ideal for tastings and learning.
You’ll take home a handmade chocolate bar you created during the class, plus the experience of tasting and learning about cacao history and traditional Aztec-style chocolate.