World-class chocolate education and refined tasting experiences.
A New Way To Savour Chocolate
Chocolate is a language.
I teach people how to speak it.
Learn your palate and preferences
Understand quality, origin, craft
Taste with intention and confidence
Unlock moments that linger.
Learn how to appreciate edible artistry.
Featured Experiences
Chocolate is more than flavor—it is origin, craft, and intention.
Guests leave with discernment:
a refined palate, clearer preferences, and the confidence to recognize quality.
The Tasting Experience
A guided tasting that teaches method, vocabulary, and preference discovery.
90–120 minutes
Truffle Making
Technique, structure, and execution—taught with clarity, fun, and purpose.
120–150 minutes
Private / Group Experience
A refined salon experience for celebrations, clients, and teams.
Chocolate & Craft
House-made confections and a curated selection of
exceptional makers—chosen for integrity, balance, and excellence.
Reflections, stories, and timeless chocolate inspiration from
Chef Robert Cabeca.
The Cookbooks
"The Chocolate Chef: Uncovered" features over 70 recipes plus detailed instructions to help you be a successful chocolate baker, at home or work!
"The Chocolate Chef: Missing Recipes" book contains an additional 10+ delicious recipes left out of the first book.
As featured in select media and private engagements.
Education-led. Experience-driven. Uncompromising standards.
Blog
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Recipes
One-Minute Brownies
Sure, it is easy to make chocolate brownies. But it normally takes about 45 minutes to an hour and then you have to let them cool before you can cut them and eat them. Now you can make them in just ... ...more
Chocolate
December 17, 2023•4 min read
Videos
Best In Chow: Donut Wars D.C.!
Watch as me and my team compete for the best donuts in Washington D.C.!
Well, I was actually making my famous Doissants, a cousin of the Cronut.
Enjoy the suspense!
Marisol Slater of the Chocolate House D.C.
Marisol Slater digs deep into her love and passion of the world's most favorite delight and talks about new chocolate trends and Artisan Chocolate Makers she really loves.
The Chocolate chef: uncovered - Book Pre-release
My first cookbook! And it is all about chocolate!!! 47 recipes and over 250 pages of deep dive information about the world of chocolate, how cocoa is grown, and how chocolate is made!
All Purpose Chocolate chipotle Seasoning
A super easy all-purpose chocolate seasoning to use in anything from eggs to steaks, burgers to pizza and more! I use this all the time.. like in everything!!!
Food Network Show Audition!
Watch me make:
White Chocolate Dipped Spiced Pears
Poached Pear Frangiapan Tart
Banana Walnut Bread
Chocolate Pumpkin Tart
Yummm!
About Chef Robert CAbeca
Chef Robert Cabeca has been working with chocolate for well over 35 years and has used that experience to create delicious and delectable chocolatey items.
Robert's skills combine the purest and best ingredients to create remarkable flavor combinations that take you on a special gastronomical journey.
Chef Cabeca says "I love to romance food with chocolate!" If you are looking for in depth chocolate knowledge, this is the place.
Take a class, read a blog, watch a video, and have lots of chocolatey fun!
FAQS
Do I HAVE to Take Level 1?
No. However, if you have no knowledge of chocolate making and the tasting process, you should definitely start here or with the kids/teens class.
If you have had some chocolate tasting experiences and have basic knowledge, you can start at level 2. However, do not take level 3 without taking level 2.
Allergens?
At this time, Chef Robert does not own a chocolate shop, restaurant or bakery. However, he will do custom wedding cakes and chocolate orders. Also, Chef Robert has focused on Business Leadership Coaching. More at https://thecoacheshelper.com.
However, Chef Robert is known to be baking at home for his own joy :-)
Are All Classes Online?
Most classes are online. For local or group classes, they are in person. If the class says in-person, be sure you are in the locale of the class. On occasion, there are hybrid classes.
Read the class registration prior to purchasing for all the details of the class.
Chef's Favorite Chocolate
Still to this day, Chef Robert absolutely loves chocolate from Francois Pralus. It can sometimes be difficult to find, but Robert thinks it is the best in the world! #francoispralus
Cancellations?
Cancellations must be sent via email at least 24 hours prior to the class. We understand emergencies happen and we will work with you to the best of our ability.
How Big Are Classes?
The maximum size for classes is 30 people for level 1. Level 2 & 3 is 20 people. Kids classes are limited at 18 students.
There is no limit for the group and corporate class. It is a fun experience!
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