History of Hot Chocolate Virtual Class

Step back in time and taste history. In this engaging one-hour session, explore how a single bean — Theobroma cacao, “the food of the gods” — transformed from a sacred Mesoamerican drink into a beloved winter indulgence.

Through storytelling, historical visuals, and a guided tasting, participants will uncover the surprising global journey of hot chocolate —

from Maya rituals and Spanish explorers to European salons and American parlors.

What You’ll Experience

• Discover how the Maya brewed cacao with water, maize, and spices to create a frothy ceremonial drink.

• Learn how Hernán Cortés and Spanish colonists introduced cacao to Europe, where sugar and milk transformed it into a sweet luxury.

• Make 19th century hot chocolate recipe.

  
  

Why Join

This immersive class blends culinary arts, cultural history, and seasonal spirit — perfect for food lovers, families, and lifelong learners. Discover not just what’s in your cup, but the centuries of trade, tradition, and transformation behind it.