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Review Author: Sav
Review Date: 11 Jan 2024
Review Body: We had the best day at Balava. There’s a large field behind the main shop, so the kids played soccer all afternoon before we did the chocolate making workshop. The chocolate making was so much fun, our guide made the presentation very interactive. We crushed cocoa beans into powder then add cocoa butter and sugar before melting and putting the chocolate into molds. So fun. All staff were really kind and even called a taxi for us when we were ready to leave, as we were unable to get a grab from Balava.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Zac
Review Date: 10 Jan 2024
Review Body: We had some food from the restaurant that was amazing also did the chocolate making workshop with Thao she was so friendly and helpful and was really interesting to learn more about the different types of coca beans and the process. The chocolate was some of the best I've ever had. They have loads of stuff to do at Balava and more in the works is definitely worth checking out and is a really good day out with beautiful scenery would highly recommend we'll definitely be returning
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Andy
Review Date: 31 Dec 2024
Review Body: Absolutely amazing staff and place! I really enjoyed the chocolate making class (Thank you Reo ♥️) and I wish I had more time to try their other workshops!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Hang
Review Date: 31 Dec 2024
Review Body: The chocolate workshop is a great experience for kids. Well maintained. Nice staff and service. Good food at the restaurant.
Review rating: 5

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Itinerary Day 1
Itinerary Summary: Handmade chocolate workshop and tastings in Da Lat's pine valley
Itinerary Description: Learn about the journey of cacao beans from harvest to chocolate production Participate in the hands-on chocolate-making process and craft your own chocolate masterpiece Taste six flavours of fresh Nama chocolate inspired by Japanese techniques Receive 12 handmade chocolate pieces to take home as a souvenir
Children at a Da Lat workshop table holding wooden sticks above bowls, concentrating on dipping and tasting sweet batter
Three friends dining together at a busy café in Da Lat, smiling with chopsticks and spoons as shared bowls of food sit on the table
Children in a busy Da Lat café workshop carefully working over small bowls and plates, tasting from spoonfuls together
Woman in a casual restaurant in Da Lat using a wooden pestle to grind ingredients in a bowl while seated at a shared table
People watching a Balava chocolate workshop in Da Lat inside a wooden tasting room, seated at long tables with trays
Hand holding a small cube of chocolate on a stick over a grid-pattern tabletop, with chocolate samples in the background
Da Lat pine valley bean-to-bar chocolate workshop: guests scoop and taste chocolate from bowls around a long wooden table
Children at a Da Lat workshop table holding wooden sticks above bowls, concentrating on dipping and tasting sweet batter
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Children at a Da Lat workshop table holding wooden sticks above bowls, concentrating on dipping and tasting sweet batter
Three friends dining together at a busy café in Da Lat, smiling with chopsticks and spoons as shared bowls of food sit on the table
Children in a busy Da Lat café workshop carefully working over small bowls and plates, tasting from spoonfuls together
Woman in a casual restaurant in Da Lat using a wooden pestle to grind ingredients in a bowl while seated at a shared table
Children at a Da Lat workshop table holding wooden sticks above bowls, concentrating on dipping and tasting sweet batter
Three friends dining together at a busy café in Da Lat, smiling with chopsticks and spoons as shared bowls of food sit on the table
Children in a busy Da Lat café workshop carefully working over small bowls and plates, tasting from spoonfuls together
Woman in a casual restaurant in Da Lat using a wooden pestle to grind ingredients in a bowl while seated at a shared table
People watching a Balava chocolate workshop in Da Lat inside a wooden tasting room, seated at long tables with trays
Hand holding a small cube of chocolate on a stick over a grid-pattern tabletop, with chocolate samples in the background
Da Lat pine valley bean-to-bar chocolate workshop: guests scoop and taste chocolate from bowls around a long wooden table
Da Lat pine valley bean-to-bar chocolate workshop: two guests smile while holding chocolate tasting sticks at a wooden table
Man moulding chocolate in a pot at a Balava bean-to-bar workshop in Da Lat’s pine valley carefully
Smiling guest holding a wooden spoon while tasting chocolate at a Balava bean-to-bar workshop in Da Lat’s pine valley
Participant cutting and designing a chocolate piece at a Balava bean-to-bar workshop table in Da Lat’s pine valley

Bean to Bar: Chocolate Workshop in Da Lat’s Pine Valley

Make Your Own Chocolate from Bean to Bar in a Peaceful Da Lat Hideaway
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Up to 30 guests
DURATION
1.5 hours
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Dive Into Cacao Stories & Handcraft a Set of Signature Chocolates
If you're looking for something a little different in Da Lat, this bean-to-bar chocolate-making workshop is a real treat. Set in a peaceful valley surrounded by pine trees, this is the only place in Da Lat where you can learn how to turn cacao beans into delicious handmade chocolate from scratch. It’s hands-on, relaxing, and perfect for chocolate lovers who want something a bit more meaningful than just buying a bar off the shelf.You’ll learn how chocolate is made, taste melt-in-your-mouth nama chocolate with Japanese flavours, and bring home your own handmade creations. It takes place in a beautiful forested hideaway that also happens to have a lovely on-site restaurant serving up proper Vietnamese and Western comfort food. This is best for curious travellers who want a low-key, hands-on experience that connects them with local flavours and craft. Families will love the fun chocolate-making process (kids are absolutely welcome!), while grown-ups will appreciate the calm surroundings — and the hot chocolate.What to ExpectLearn the bean-to-bar chocolate-making process with guided, hands-on stepsTaste six different flavours of creamy Nama chocolate made with Japanese methodsCreate and take home 12 pieces of your very own handmade chocolateOption to dine at the on-site restaurant after – serving both Vietnamese and Western dishesGood to KnowThe workshop lasts about 1.5 hours – easy to fit into a half-day in Da LatLocated about 30 minutes by car from Da Lat city – plan your travel time accordinglyThe experience is join-in and suitable for all ages, including children

Experience highlights

People watching a Balava chocolate workshop in Da Lat inside a wooden tasting room, seated at long tables with trays
Learn cacao's journey bean to bar
Da Lat pine valley bean-to-bar chocolate workshop: a guest stirs and tastes chocolate at a table by large windows
Handmake 12 chocolates, your style
Da Lat pine valley bean-to-bar chocolate workshop: visitors raise chocolate tasting sticks in a cosy hall with holiday decorations
Taste 6 melt-in-mouth Nama Chocolate
Balava Chocolate House in Da Lat pine valley, a wooden chalet with verandas and umbrellas set among tall pine trees
Chill in pine valley, 30 mins from town
Visitors smiling while making chocolate at a Balava bean-to-bar workshop in Da Lat’s pine valley together
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What You’ll be Doing

Handmade chocolate workshop and tastings in Da Lat's pine valley
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Tasting chocolate
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Start Point

Meet-up at Balava Chocolate House (Balava Chocolate House (Balava Đà Lạt), Vietnam)
  • 15 mins before selected timeslot
  • Notes: Tourists can come in by Grab, but come back by taxi

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Daily
09:00AM - 10:30AM
10:00AM - 11:30AM
11:00AM - 12:30PM
01:00PM - 02:30PM
02:00PM - 03:30PM
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  • Child Friendly (Recommended Age: 3+)

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Mr Nguyen Cong Chinh grew up in the bustling city of Saigon but found himself drawn to the peaceful beauty of Da Lat. In 2019, during a work trip, he came across a serene valley surrounded by lush pine forests. Captivated by its untouched charm, he decided to turn it into a special retreat where visitors could reconnect with nature and find balance. That’s how his shop was born in 2023. Beyond creating a peaceful getaway, Mr Chinh also supports the local community by providing jobs for ethnic minority residents in Lac Duong and organising social initiatives like "A Meal for Children," bringing warm meals and gifts to struggling schools in Lam Dong.
Experience: 3 years
Speaks: Fluent English, Chinese
Acceptance rate: 100%
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