Caramel, Crumble, and Praliné Turrón Class by Chef Ribé
Turrón, the Spanish version of bonbons, is traditionally eaten in this Iberian country to welcome the Christmas season. Chef Josep Maria Ribé’s version, however, is a timeless adaptation perfect for any time of year and any crowd. This turrón features a chocolate praliné made with cacao nibs, a layer of smooth vanilla caramel, and the […]
Cuba Libre Bonbons
Rum, water, lime, sugar, and a touch of cola are all you need to make a bonbon version of the laid-back and delicious Cuba Libre cocktail. As if the fresh flavors of these liquor bonbons weren’t enough, Chef Josep Maria Ribé walks you through a traditional bonbon-making technique using only cornstarch. Learn how to use starch to […]
Passion Fruit, Thyme, and Mango Pâte de Fruit
Have you ever tried to mold your pâtes de fruits or fruit pastes, only to have them start gelling on you right after you start? Then Chef Ribé’s recipe is just for you. Perfecting jams, spreads, jellies, and pâtes de fruits has been the mission of Spanish chef Josep Maria Ribé for years. This Mango, […]
Apricot Ylang Ylang Bonbon Recipe
In this 47-minute class, Chef Josep Maria Ribé (Director of the Chocolate Academy of Barcelona) puts his spin on a classic Belgian butter bonbon: the Manon. Ribé transforms this butter lover’s dream into a rich molded bonbon filled with a fresh ylang-ylang, apricot and citrus gel. Through these added details, Ribé will walk you through […]
Tomato and Lime Jam Recipe | Chef Josep Maria Ribé
Are you looking for fresh, seasonal jam recipes… that bring something new to the table? After you make this Tomato and Lime Jam recipe by Josep Maria Ribé, you’ll agree this is the one. Zesty and vibrant red, this tomato jam adds the perfect touch of sweetness to any savory recipe. Whether you’re crafting a […]
Passion Fruit & Coconut Bonbon | Chef Melissa Coppel
Are you looking to perfect your molded bonbons and give them a tropical twist? Chef Melissa’s Passion Fruit and Coconut Molded Bonbons are the perfect (crunchy, creamy, and tangy) opportunity to do so! Unveil all the secrets to tempering cacao butter colors to turn your bonbons into edible art pieces with thin, crisp shells. Then […]
Soursop Molded Bonbon | Chef Melissa Coppel Recipe
Have you ever tried soursop? If you haven’t, this is your sign to turn this tropical fruit into a special, intriguing ganache and compote with floral notes like nothing you’ve ever tasted before. Soursop, or guanábana in Spanish, is a tropical fruit with a curious, spiky green exterior. Strangely enough, it has a smooth, white, […]
Blueberry Lemon Ganache Bonbon | Chef Melissa Recipe
We don’t know what it is about these blueberry lemon bonbons, but they always sold out in Chef Melissa’s Sunday pop-up shops. Maybe it’s the magenta-colored ganache that breaks away from traditional milk or dark chocolate fillings. Maybe it’s their clean berry and lemony taste that doesn’t get overpowered by white chocolate. Either way, trying […]
Honey, Pecan & Blueberry Granola | Melissa Coppel Recipe
Did you know that at the Melissa Coppel Chocolate and Confectionery School we make a mean granola? So good, in fact, that some people don’t even stop by to try our chocolates: they come all the way to our store for our Piemonte, Piña Colada, Rose and Lychee, or Plain Honey Granola. We also give […]
Plant-Based Chocolate Hazelnut Tart | Lauren Haas Recipe
A beautifully rich and nutty tart, this plant-based recipe by Chef Lauren Haas carefully layers hazelnut and chocolate elements in each component to highlight the complementary notes of both ingredients. A chocolate caramel crémeux, chocolate sablée, hazelnut cocoa crumble, and vanilla hazelnut praliné set this full-bodied tart in motion. Chef Haas’ eye for detail shines […]