Searching for team building activities your coworkers will actually get excited about? Try chocolate classes online for an outstanding time with a sweet treat! You'll learn new skills, relax in a friendly environment together, and enjoy a creative day away from your desks. Virtual chocolate making is easier than you might think and you won't regret having all those scrumptious bites to enjoy. 

If you're not convinced, keep reading as we explain why virtual chocolate classes make the best team-building events in 2022.

What are the benefits of virtual chocolate classes for teams?

1. Virtual chocolate tasting releases mood-boosting hormones

Did you know savoring homemade chocolate has similar benefits to exercise? Dark chocolate, in particular, enhances serotonin production for a sunnier disposition and contains plant chemicals that lower the risk of conditions like heart disease.

Remarkably, some research even suggests cocoa alleviates depression! One study found that people who ate dark chocolate regularly were 70% less likely to experience symptoms.

How does this relate to team building? Taste-testing truffles will leave your group energized and enthusiastic about tackling work to-dos – happier teams equal more productive teams!

2. Chocolate making and tasting kits are fun

Science aside, chocolate making and tasting kits are sure to get everyone giggling! If your colleagues struggle to unwind because they work in a fast-paced environment, it's a chance for them to tap into their suppressed inner child.

Sometimes team building activities can be boring or awkward, with a chocolate-making kit, you'll put all the uneasiness aside. This is the perfect activity to energize your team and will provide a more natural ice breaker rather than dull get-to-know-each-other games. If you're the team leader, you can finally relax a bit and let the chocolatier take the lead! This will allow everyone to participate and feel comfortable outside of the comfort of the office. 

Free from shackles and hierarchies, it's easier for teams to socialize. Boundaries melt away while tucking into boxes of gooey goodies, and the informal workshop settings enrich relationships.

3. Virtual experiences are convenient for remote teams

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

If you work remotely with people from different states, organizing an in-person team-building event is a chore. Thankfully, our virtual experiences make gathering hassle-free – choose a mouth-watering adventure, and we'll send you a jam-packed ClassBento box alongside a link to the live stream.

We deliver premium ingredients straight to your location, so there's no need to scour supermarket shelves. Plus, shipping is free within the US, meaning you have spare change to pick up a few refreshing beverages to complement the exquisite chocolate notes!

4. You’ll learn from America’s most talented chocolatiers

Some of America's most accomplished chocolatiers lead our Wonkaesque workshops, and they're waiting to share their secret tips and techniques!

This is a chance for your team to study with the best. Tempering aside, they'll develop positive qualities like patience and perseverance as they grapple with unfamiliar recipes.

The knowledge they acquire is transferable. For example, if someone can anticipate and solve kitchen hiccups, they'll be better equipped to do the same in a professional context.

Delicious virtual chocolate classes for team-building activities

Dive into global confectionery and discover chocolate’s origins

Those with sweet teeth will love this comprehensive virtual chocolate tasting class that explains production from bean to bar. Not only will you sample a whopping 24 different chocolates (make sure to bring your appetite), but you'll gain an insight into complex artisan processes.

The delicacies in your lovingly prepared craft kit are unlike any other. Each piece of chocolate hails from famous cacao-producing regions and showcases the mastery of small-batch chocolate makers. 

The friendly teacher will help you pick out divine essences and textures, proving how much better independent chocolate companies are than large manufacturers!

Indulge your senses with responsibly sourced chocolate

Spoil your hard-working crew with an afternoon of delectable delights with this online chocolate decorating and tasting class.

Your instructor Emma is a Belgian chocolatier and she will walk you through the steps as you top your own confections and have an in-depth chocolate tasting. This is the perfect opportunity for teams to relax and bond over a delicious experience. Emma will also demonstrate how chocolate is molded and explain how chocolate is produced, so you get the full scope of how this favorite candy is created by hand.  

Pair chocolate and wine for winning combinations

Teams who like a glass of wine or two should consider this virtual chocolate tasting and pairing experience. Nothing marries better than a bittersweet square and juicy bottle of red, or how about a tart glass of rosé to cut through the creaminess of white chocolate ganache?

Throughout the course, you'll try ten chocolates alongside a trained taste tester and chocolatier – she'll explain how to pair notes perfectly for an enticing after-dinner treat.

The icing on top? You'll learn how to cast chocolate using polycarbonate molds! If you're feeling generous, you could practice the technique after class and produce handmade gifts for friends and family.

Tackle the art of chocolate tempering

If you fancy something more hands-on, try an online chocolate tempering and crafting experience, complete with a treasure chest of practical tasks.

Tempering chocolate is a finickity method that requires skill, concentration, and a watchful eye on the pan! You'll slowly heat and cool chocolate to crystallize fats, so bars snap rather than crumble when broken.

Under the guidance of an expert, you'll pour the melted chocolate into molds for a buffet bursting with sugary goodness! Traditionalists might prefer to keep their toppings to a minimum, whereas hedonists can infuse their mixture with dried fruit, salty nuts, and rainbow sprinkles.

Are you ready to book a virtual experience for an unforgettable team-building event?

Now we've run through the amazing benefits of virtual chocolate tasting and suggested several experiences to satisfy the heartiest appetites, it's time to book that class! 

We have plenty of ideas for team-building activities with a twist. Every workshop is beginner-friendly and convenient for remote teams – choose a class, and we'll take care of the rest.

Not a fan of online baking and desserts classes? We have plenty of savory virtual cooking classes to browse. Swap chocolate making for a sensational Indian or Italian culinary journey, or learn to make sourdough bread from scratch!

Are you ready to find an unforgettable team-building event? Browse our extensive collection today.