Beginners Guides

Browse our collection of articles, specifically geared towards beginners, for ideas and inspiration as well as information on useful techniques. Whether you're an aspiring chocolatier or a thriving chocolate and patisserie business owner, there's always something new to learn about the art of chocolatiering!

Making a Fruit Ganache with Ravifruit Purée

Making a Fruit Ganache with Ravifruit Purée
Tips and advice for making ganache with Ravifruit fruit purées, including recipes and shelf life!
Sep 12th, 2024 | read
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Beginner's Guide to Pectin

Beginner's Guide to Pectin
Chefs and consumers alike are looking for clean labels with all natural ingredients that they recognise and can rely on. One such product is the thickener pectin, a completely natural chemical that is found in fruit.
Jul 5th, 2024 | 6.1min read
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Living with Higher Cocoa Prices

Living with Higher Cocoa Prices
In response to rising cocoa prices, we look at different ideas on how to adapt and manage your business in a world of higher chocolate prices.
Apr 16th, 2024 | 8.9min read
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Costs & Pricing: A Beginners' Guide

Costs & Pricing: A Beginners' Guide
For those just setting out as chocolatiers, this guide will give you a few tips on what to consider when planning your business and setting prices.
Jul 21st, 2023 | 6.1min read
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A Guide to Sugars and Gelling Agents

A Guide to Sugars and Gelling Agents
There are an array of sugars and gelling agents available, all with their own unique characteristics and functions. If you’re new to using additives in your products it can be tricky to know which ones to use and for what purpose. Worry not!
Sep 11th, 2018 | 3.7min read
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