Malta · CHOCOLATE & COOKING WORKSHOPS
A bean-to-bar factory in a Gozitan village, and Maltese kitchens that will teach you a proper ftira. These 15 are priced and honest about how much you make versus watch, and which ones end as lunch.
At the Malta Chocolate Factory in San Pawl il-Baħar, a guide such as Emma, Greta, or Renee leads you through four Maltese wines and five handmade chocolates. Expect Gellewza, Girgentina, sparkling rosé, pairing tips, Maltese wine history, and time to shop for gifts afterward.
“Delicious chocolate and interesting wines. Wonderful explanations and great service. A cute shop and nice area.”
At Malta Chocolate Factory, you’ll put on an apron, learn how chocolate is made, and create truffles, molded figures, and decorated treats. English-speaking staff, including Joanna and Jovana in recent sessions, guide you through each step. You’ll leave with chocolate souvenirs, though the one-hour format can feel brisk.
“Was super fun and enjoyable with lots of chocolate being eaten”
At Malta Chocolate Factory just off Bugibba Square, an English-speaking chocolatier guides you through chocolate history, ganache making, fillings, and decorations. You create 12 truffles using dark, milk, and white chocolate, then pack them in a gift box. The one-hour class costs $35 and suits beginners aged eight and up.
“Great fun! choice of different flavour fillings for truffles and toppings to decorate to let your creativity run wild, short fun activity for any age plus getting to take away and enjoy what you have made”
Meet your English-speaking host at Malta Chocolate Factory near Bugibba Square for a one-hour tasting of four Maltese wines and five handmade chocolates. Learn how Gellewza and Girgentina pair with sweet flavors, with Dzovana explaining the grapes and wine-making process. The venue is wheelchair accessible.
“Fantastic guid gorgeous chocolate and not shy on the wine felt a little giddy after 😂 highly recommend”
At Malta Chocolate Factory in St Paul’s Bay, you’ll learn cocoa basics, chocolate production, painting techniques, and truffle making. Instructors including Nirl and Emma guide you through the work in English. You’ll make chocolates and truffles, then take your creations home. The workshop suits adults, couples, families, and anyone with a sweet tooth.
“The quality of the chocolate is very nice and tasty and we generally enjoyed the experience. It would have been better (as we were a couple in our mid 30’s) to be seated on our own table, there were 4 unsupervised children under 13 on our table and they were quite disruptive (parents had dropped them off apparently). There were 3 tables put together, so it could easily have been arranged that our table would be separated like others were. It really impacted our experience as the children were so overexcited. The children’s attitude was not the fault of the organiser but the seating arrangements could have been better planned.”
Spend four hours in Victoria with chef George, shopping for ingredients at the main square before cooking pastizzi, Gozitan ftira, bigilla, and nougat. Meet cheesemonger Joe, stop at Vicky Coffee, then eat your work with wine or beer. The class takes place in an air-conditioned open kitchen above Maldonado Bistro.
“George was great, the food was delicious and we had so much fun!”
Spend two relaxed hours with local artist and educator Clive in his traditional Maltese townhouse studio. Learn how Maltese tiles are made, design a 10 x 10 cm coaster tile, transfer your pattern, paint it, and take it home in a handmade box. Materials, instruction, and tea, coffee, or water are included.
“Clive was lovely, very welcoming and was happy to answer any questions. I would really recommend for anyone, even if you don’t consider yourself much of an artist!”
In Clive’s small studio inside a traditional Marsa house, you’ll learn about Maltese tiles, design or choose a pattern, make a 10 x 10 cm plaster or cement tile, and paint it with acrylics. The session suits beginners and experienced artists, includes photos, and ends with a handmade coaster to take home.
“Do not miss out on this while in Malta. Truly unique experience in a lovely atmosphere with a great host. We will cherish our tiles as a beautiful memory from Malta forever. Would highly recommend!”
Meet George and Emilia at Maldonado Bistro in Victoria for a four-hour, hands-on Gozo cooking class. Visit local food shops, then prepare pastizzi, ftira, nougat, and other Maltese dishes in an air-conditioned kitchen. Eat what you make with wine or beer, and take home the recipes plus a food souvenir.
“My family and I had a great time. Learned more than just Maltese recipes. Great company and great teacher. Loved our field trip to the cheese maker and coffee shop. Very fun day.”
At Malta Chocolate Factory in San Pawl il-Baħar, you’ll learn to make four cocktails in English, then pair them with five handmade chocolates. The approximately one-hour class covers mixology, chocolate-making, and flavour matching. A recipe book helps you repeat the drinks at home, and the experience ends where it begins.
“Had a great time with my husband , we had another couple there with us , & all 4 of us were able to make a cocktail. All were delicious , the chocolate was amazing g & our teacher was extremely knowledgeable & super nice! Had a great time, would definitely recommend!”
At Malta Chocolate Factory, an English-speaking instructor guides you through chocolate painting, edible decoration, and the making of a 3D chocolate monster. The one-hour class includes all materials and your finished creation to take home. It suits families with children aged five and up, and no transport is included.
“Excellent activity for all ages excellent organiser no TV’ On a TV”
At Malta Chocolate Factory, expert mixologists and chocolatiers guide you through four cocktails and five handmade chocolates in English. You will shake, stir, taste, and compare pairings while learning practical bar tips. A virgin cocktail option is available for an extra charge, though the standard experience is for legal-age drinkers.
“Excellent activity, with fabulous chocolates and cocktails the guide was very knowledgeable and informative!”
At Malta Chocolate Factory in St. Paul’s Bay, you’ll spend about three hours making a box of 12 truffles, then tasting Maltese wines with chocolate pairings. English-speaking guides such as Renee, Greta, and Emma lead the class. The group is limited to 15 people, and the session begins at 3:30 pm.
“Great fun, guide (Greta) was excellent and very knowledgeable. Thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon, even if as Greta said we were the cleanest chocolate makers ever!”
Meet near Bugibba Square for a one-hour English-language workshop led by a gin guide from Malta Chocolate Factory. Taste four gins, pair them with five handmade chocolates, learn how botanicals and distillation shape flavour, and prepare a cocktail during the session.
“esperienza stupenda, la ragazza che la svolge estremamente competente, simpatica e bravissima. consigliamo assolutamente!”
Meet at Malta Chocolate Factory in St. Paul’s Bay for a 75-minute tasting of Island8 and other gin creations paired with five handmade chocolates. Your host explains botanicals, distillation, and flavor matching in English. The small group is limited to 15 people, with four gin creations or several gin drinks included.
“The host was entertaining and the experience was pleasant. The chocolate and gin pairings were interesting and tasty.”
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