Become a Chocolate Sommelier
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Experience hosted by Yasmine & Joanne
2.5 hours
Includes food, drinks, tickets, equipment
Up to 6 people
Hosted in English, French
What you'll do
Do you also believe that artisanal food is the best way to discover a new culture? And that food experiences are best enjoyed in small groups?
Our first part will focus on Belgian sweet food culture and on the history and traditions of our beloved hometown. In the sumptuous Royal Galleries, you will discover Belgianness by tasting all the best artisanal treats of our small kingdom, including the best traditional chocolate confectionery.
The second part will be an introduction to fine chocolate sensory analysis in our private tasting room. After a chocolate and coffee pairing, you will learn about the bean-to-bar revolution and the art of tasting craft chocolate and identifying flavor notes and tastes. You will be offered exceptional craft chocolates from very small artisans that only a true connoisseur knows where to find :-)
Other things to note
-We're often fully booked! Contact us if the dates you wish aren't available/for private experiences.
-Your guide will be either Yasmine or Joanne. The experience takes around 2,5hs.
-This is not a crowded touristy tour but an intimate experience (max 8 guests per group) with a local expert.
Our first part will focus on Belgian sweet food culture and on the history and traditions of our beloved hometown. In the sumptuous Royal Galleries, you will discover Belgianness by tasting all the best artisanal treats of our small kingdom, including the best traditional chocolate confectionery.
The second part will be an introduction to fine chocolate sensory analysis in our private tasting room. After a chocolate and coffee pairing, you will learn about the bean-to-bar revolution and the art of tasting craft chocolate and identifying flavor notes and tastes. You will be offered exceptional craft chocolates from very small artisans that only a true connoisseur knows where to find :-)
Other things to note
-We're often fully booked! Contact us if the dates you wish aren't available/for private experiences.
-Your guide will be either Yasmine or Joanne. The experience takes around 2,5hs.
-This is not a crowded touristy tour but an intimate experience (max 8 guests per group) with a local expert.
Do you also believe that artisanal food is the best way to discover a new culture? And that food experiences are best enjoyed in small groups?
Our first part will focus on Belgian sweet food culture and on the history and traditions of our beloved hometown. In the sumptuous Royal Galleries, you will discover Belgianness by tasting all the best artisanal treats of our small kingdom, including the best traditional chocolate confection…
Our first part will focus on Belgian sweet food culture and on the history and traditions of our beloved hometown. In the sumptuous Royal Galleries, you will discover Belgianness by tasting all the best artisanal treats of our small kingdom, including the best traditional chocolate confection…
Yasmine & Joanne's commitment to safety
This host has committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines – including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practising good hygiene, and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
What's included
- FoodArtisanal Tastings
Part 1: Artisanal cookies/biscuits, traditional ch... - Drinks-Freshly roasted craft coffee/fine tea from a local micro-roastery
-W... - TicketsDiscounts in some of the shops, to be used whenever you want!
- EquipmentA serious list of great recommendations in Brussels and many more European...
- 419 Reviews
- Identity verified
IG: sweet_brussels_tours
Welcome to this high-class gourmet tasting, and top-ranked Airbnb experience!
We are Yasmine and Joanne and for total chocoholics and culture lovers like us, Brussels is THE place to be. As true locals born in Brussels, we want to share our passion through this intimate experience (small groups of max 8 guests) focused on expertise and high-quality.
Yasmine is a certified chocolate taster who used to work for one of the best craft chocolate makers of the country. Joanne is a pastry blogger, waffle addict, and speciality coffee enthusiast.
Our guests deserve the (chocolate) cream of the crop!
Welcome to this high-class gourmet tasting, and top-ranked Airbnb experience!
We are Yasmine and Joanne and for total chocoholics and culture lovers like us, Brussels is THE place to be. As true locals born in Brussels, we want to share our passion through this intimate experience (small groups of max 8 guests) focused on expertise and high-quality.
Yasmine is a certified chocolate taster who used to work for one of the best craft chocolate makers of the country. Joanne is a pastry blogger, waffle addict, and speciality coffee enthusiast.
Our guests deserve the (chocolate) cream of the crop!
IG: sweet_brussels_tours
Welcome to this high-class gourmet tasting, and top-ranked Airbnb experience!
We are Yasmine and Joanne and for total chocoholics and culture lovers like us, Brussels is THE place to be. As true locals born in Brussels, we want to share our passion through this intimate experience (small groups of max 8 guests) focused on expertise and high-quality.
Yasmine is a certified chocolate taster who used to work for one of the best craft choco…
Welcome to this high-class gourmet tasting, and top-ranked Airbnb experience!
We are Yasmine and Joanne and for total chocoholics and culture lovers like us, Brussels is THE place to be. As true locals born in Brussels, we want to share our passion through this intimate experience (small groups of max 8 guests) focused on expertise and high-quality.
Yasmine is a certified chocolate taster who used to work for one of the best craft choco…
Where you'll be
We will start with a high-end confectionery tasting in the area of the Royal Galleries where we’ll discover some hidden gems and old traditions.
The second part of our journey will consist of a single origin chocolate tasting: we will learn everything about the art of tasting and recognizing different Grand Cru chocolates from small artisans.
The second part of our journey will consist of a single origin chocolate tasting: we will learn everything about the art of tasting and recognizing different Grand Cru chocolates from small artisans.
Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 419 reviews.
Don't even second guess making a reservation, this tour was a wonderful addition to our time in Brussels. Yasmine is a lovable foodie who is very knowledgeable about chocolate and it's history in Belgium. She made the group environment very friendly and relaxed which made it easier for all of us to connect and converse. She also had a lot of great suggestions for other food places in Belgium which we happily enjoyed.
Don't even second guess making a reservation, this tour was a wonderful addition to our time in Brussels. Yasmine is a lovable foodie who is very knowledgeable about chocolate and…
If you love chocolate, this is the tour for you! My mom, brother and I all loved this experience. It would be easy to be overwhelmed by all of the options for chocolate in Brussels, but Yasmine helped to break it down - to explain the history, the traditions, and give her expert opinion on the best chocolate in the city. This tour was not only delicious, it was a great value, we went to six chocolatiers and enjoyed a unique coffee and chocolate tasting experience. Highly recommend!
If you love chocolate, this is the tour for you! My mom, brother and I all loved this experience. It would be easy to be overwhelmed by all of the options for chocolate in Brussels…
Things to know
Cancellation policy
Any experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Guest requirements
Up to 6 guests ages 10 and up can attend. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age.
What to bring
A bottle of water (to cleanse your palate after each sample)
An umbrella/raincoat just in case (this is Belgium you know!)
An umbrella/raincoat just in case (this is Belgium you know!)