Tablea Making Workshop

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Philippine cacao in this comprehensive and hands-on Tablea Making Workshop. Designed for chocolate lovers, home bakers, and aspiring cacao entrepreneurs, this experience takes you from bean to cup and beyond.

📍 Copenhagen Residences, AC Cortes Ave., Mandaue City (3 PM to 5 PM)

Led by Grace Aquino, Head Chocolatier of Dahlia Chocolates, the workshop includes:

Workshop Inclusions:
• Discussion on the facts and history of cacao
• Basics of sourcing cacao beans (fermented vs. unfermented beans)
• Demonstration of the full tablea-making process : roasting, winnowing, grinding, and molding
• Hands-on experience in making tablea from scratch
• Discussion on proper tablea storage and packaging options
• Costing and profit discussion for starting a tablea-based business
• Classic sikwate making. 
• Take-home pack of your handcrafted tablea
• Workshop certificate, recipes, and printed materials

This workshop not only teaches technique, but also deepens your appreciation for the craftsmanship and cultural significance behind every cup of sikwate. Leave with new skills, practical knowledge, and your own handmade tablea to share at home.