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A Chocolate Mouthful
photo of a hot chocolate from Melbourne's Koko Blackphoto of The Block Arcade, in Melbourneproducts from Gânache Chocolates; reproduced with permission of Gânache Chocolates, in Melbourne
When: Monday 12 March 2012 and Wednesday 14 March 2012 only,
10am to 1.30pm
Duration: 3.5 hours
Summary: Koko Black (morning tea), Cacao, Gânache, Haigh's and Olio Cucina (lunch)
Cost: $95 (all-inclusive – tastings and lunch, with coffee or hot chocolate to finish); view details

Bookings (essential): request your booking online or phone 03 9686 4655

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, 20th year, 2 to 21 March 2012, presented by Bank of Melbourne Tour highlights (itinerary may be changed without notice – read more)

A Chocolate Mouthful is part of the official calendar of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival 2012

Inspired by the beauty of Melbourne, this walking tour will encompass all aspects of chocolate – from the consumption to the technicalities of artisan chocolates – without getting messy.

The tour will begin with a relaxed morning tea at the Koko Black salon in the Royal Arcade. In this venue within Melbourne's oldest arcade, we will savour the wonderful treats made at the store and experience one of its decadent drinks. A Koko Black chocolatier will enlighten us with their knowledge and, through their handmade chocolates, perhaps reveal the secrets to their inspiration. For anyone aspiring to be a chocolatier, this is a great opportunity to ask any questions you may have before embarking on your career.

The tour will continue at Cacao Fine Chocolates in the boutique surrounds of the GPO, where the chocolates resemble artworks, almost too beautiful to be eaten (a fear that can be overcome, however). Hear the Cacao story and what sets them apart from other chocolates in Melbourne.

Our next destination will be Gânache Chocolates on Collins Street, where master chocolatier Arno Backes will treat you to some of his delicacies. With more than 25 years of chocolate-making in Europe and Australia, Arno's chocolates are true morsels of pleasure.

Then onto Haigh's Chocolates in the Block Arcade. Here in the beautiful "Block", we will be treated to 4 generations of chocolate-making history. Savouring chocolates in this glorious environment is the perfect prelude to lunch.

Had enough (of chocolate)? Well, make sure you leave space for lunch at Olio Cucina in Block Place. A glass of beer, wine or soft drink, plus a main meal and tea, coffee or hot chocolate to finish should leave you feeling replete.

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When – Monday 12 March and Wednesday 14 March 2012, 10am to 1.30pm (in all weather conditions)

Meeting time – 9.50am (for a 10am start)

map of the meeting placeMeeting point – Outside Koko Black, in the Royal Arcade, near the corner of Elizabeth Street and Bourke Street, Melbourne; print instructions

Tour size – The maximum number is 26 participants (individuals and groups are welcome; note: you don't need to have a group to join us). Due to some tour stops, the tours are not wheelchair or pram friendly

Cost – $95 (all-inclusive; adults or children – adults with children from 6 years of age must pay for the kids)
Booking essential – contact us; to request booking online, use our booking form

Payment – After availability of places is confirmed, payment (prior to the tour) can be made by MasterCard or Visa by telephone (03 9686 4655 or 0412 158 017) or online; alternatively, send a cheque or money order to 145/28 Southgate Avenue, Southbank, VIC, 3006 (attach a note with your name, tour date and tour name)

What to take/wear – Comfortable shoes, umbrella and bottle of water


Cancellation policy

  • If you cancel your booking up to five (5) business days before the booked walk, you can book another tour (subject to availability) or request a refund.
  • If you cancel your booking less than five (5) business days before the booked walk, you can transfer it to another person (a friend or relative, for example), but you are committed to the original booked date and tour. No refund is given.


Enquiries
Pease contact Chocoholic Tours (also check the frequently asked questions)