Chocolate fans and baking enthusiasts, get ready: Budapest is hosting a series of hands-on workshops in 2025 where you can dive into the delicious art of making chocolate and classic cakes. Whether you’re looking for a fun evening or want to create show-stopping treats for special occasions, there’s something for every sweet tooth.
Create Your Own Chocolate: From Bean to Bar
On October 24, at Huba Street 3 (Huba utca 3), you’ll have the chance to craft your own chocolate—completely from scratch. Learn the secrets of transforming cocoa beans into beautiful bars, all tailored to your taste. The workshop focuses on artisanal desserts with premium ingredients, offering both unique flavor and stunning appearance. Try your hand at creating chocolates with special decorations for even more impressive results. Everything you make is yours to take home, with expert guidance at every step.
Master the Dobos Cake (Dobostorta) Like a Pro
That same day, a Dobos Cake (Dobostorta) workshop will be held—this Hungarian classic features layers of sponge cake, chocolate buttercream, and its famously tricky caramel topping. Ever admired these beauties in bakery windows? Now you’ll make your own, box it up, and bring it home. All ingredients and simple decorating supplies are included.
Bake an Austrian Sachertorte or Black Forest Cake
On October 25, try your hand at recreating the legendary Viennese Sachertorte (Sacher cake) or the creamy, cherry-filled Black Forest gateau. Learn how to bake these world-famous cakes with everyday kitchen tools—and leave with your own masterpiece at the end of the session.
Halloween Chocolate Gets Spooky (and Delicious)
October 29 brings a spooky twist! The Halloween chocolate workshop teaches you how to temper chocolate and make at least 11 kinds of premium bite-sized treats, all funny or scary. Surprise your family or little trick-or-treaters with healthier, top-quality chocolates they won’t forget. Once you know how, you’ll be able to whip up these treats at home any time.
Conquer Beigli (Hungarian Christmas Roll) Just in Time for Christmas
Never baked a beigli (Hungarian Christmas roll)? Or always struggled to get it right? On December 19, learn every secret at the ChocoLeaf Beigli workshop and take home perfectly baked rolls—no kitchen mess or holiday stress required.
All events take place in Budapest. Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs, so stay tuned and book your spot early!
