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Short Courses

CHOCOLATE TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP

Duration 1 day

Certificate TP Certificate

Course Overview

This is the ideal one-day course for anyone passionate about all things chocolate. Join our hands-on workshop and understand the techniques to prepare different types of chocolate!

Our instructor will also explain basic science and theories behind each technique applied and their differences to help you understand better. You will practise and learn about the importance of tempering, how to prepare ganache filling and complete chocolate truffles with finishing. Get to master different exciting recipes such as Cointreau truffle, Coffee truffle, Chocolate Ganache and Piped and Rolled Truffle!

As you master the art of producing your own artisanal chocolate, you will gain the skills, confidence, and knowledge to satisfy your sweet tooth with delicious homemade treats.

LEARN FROM INDUSTRY EXPERT
Prominent chef with 20 years of experience as a Chocolatier and 13 years of experience in the education sector.

MENTORED BY THE BEST
Award-winning chef with years of experience working in 5-star hotels & chocolate production.

ACQUIRE THE MOST CURRENT AND RELEVANT SKILL SETS
Students will be equipped with the knowledge, skills and inspiration from the chef.

Entry Requirements

Participants should be well versed:

weights and measures, e.g. grams, kg, etc
how to use basic weighing equipment, e.g. how to tare
how to read a recipe

Who Should Attend

Culinary professionals
F & B industry professionals
Home chefs and culinary enthusiasts
Fresh graduates from culinary institutions

What You'll Learn

Introduction to key ingredients in chocolate making.
Lecture on chocolate making techniques:
- Melting techniques
- 3 types of chocolate tempering
Discussion on functionalities of basic ingredients.
Chocolate Truffle Demo:
- Coffee truffle
- Passionfruit truffle
- Cointreau truffle
- Coconut pandan truffle
Demonstration on chocolate finishing & decoration
Hands-on Chocolate making by students
Tasting & Evaluation

Students attending should wear covered shoes, long hair should be tied up. Short sleeves are advised. They need to understand the safety and sanitation aspects in the kitchen. (Work environment safety)

Pre-requisites

Participants should be well versed:

weights and measures, e.g. grams, kg, etc
how to use basic weighing equipment, e.g. how to tare
how to read a recipe

Certification

Participants will be issued with a Certificate of Performance upon meeting 75% of the required course attendance.

For more information on course fee / schedule, or to apply,

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Lecturer/Trainer Profile

Chef Kenny Ng
Senior Instructor, School of Business

Chef Kenny Ng is a distinguished pastry chef who has achieved remarkable accolades on both national and international stages. Recently, he was awarded 1st Runner Up at the Global Pastry Challenge Final and received a Gold Medal at the Philippines Culinary Cup 2023 in the Global Pastry Challenge. His skill and creativity were also recognized with the Best National Showpiece Award at the prestigious Villeroy & Boch Culinary World Cup – EXPOGAST in Luxembourg in 2022. Prior to these successes, Kenny showcased his talents at the Singapore Bakery & Confectionary Championship 2017 (SBCTA), further establishing his reputation in the field. With a solid foundation in some of Singapore’s most iconic hotels, including The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, Mandarin Oriental Singapore, Marina Bay Sands Singapore, and The Ritz Carlton, Millenia Singapore, Kenny has garnered a wealth of experience in high-calibre culinary environments. Since 2021, he has brought his expertise to the Academy of Pastry & Culinary Arts Singapore, where he continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of pastry chefs. His dedication to pastry arts and his extensive professional experience makes him a respected figure in both culinary and educational circles.

Course Contact

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67881212
Monday - Thursday: 8:30am - 6:00pm
Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm

Closed during lunchtime, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
and on weekends and public holidays.
https://www.tp.edu.sg/tsa
Temasek SkillsFuture Academy (TSA)

Temasek Polytechnic

East Wing, Block 1A, Level 3, Unit 4

21 Tampines Avenue 1,

Singapore 529757

Temasek Polytechnic reserves the right to alter the course, modify the scale of fee, amend any other information or cancel a course with low enrolment.

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