The Secret Chocolatier is kicking off spring with a series of chocolate, confectionary and baking events and classes for the public.

The classes will take place at one of The Secret Chocolatier’s two locations either in Cotswold at 2935 Providence Road or in Ballantyne at 11318 N. Community House Road. The following is a list of spring classes and events:

Thursday, April 2

6:00-7:00PM

Bark Making - Learn about chocolate, tempering, and choose from a variety of ingredients for making your own chocolate bark.

Level: Beginners

Cost: $20

The Secret Chocolatier on Providence – 2935 Providence Road, Suite 104

Wednesday, April 15

7:00-8:30PM

Wine Pairing – Learn how to taste chocolate and enjoy examples of how to pair with wine. Exclusive wines provided by Grapes Wine Bar in Matthews.

Level: Beginners

Cost: $25

The Secret Chocolatier in Ballantyne – 11318 N. Community House Road, Suite 203

Saturday, April 18

2:00-4:00PM

Cake Making & Decorating – Learn how to properly fill and layer cakes, frost outside, and an introductory level of borders and decorations.

Level: Beginners-Intermediates

Cost: $125

The Secret Chocolatier in Ballantyne – 11318 N. Community House Road, Suite 203

Sunday, May 3

2:00-4:00PM

Cake Making & Decorating – Learn how to properly fill and layer cakes, frost outside, and an introductory level of borders and decorations.

Level: Beginners-Intermediates

Cost: $125

The Secret Chocolatier on Providence – 2935 Providence Road, Suite 104

Class space is limited and registration is required either in person at The Secret Chocolatier or online at https://squareup.com/market/the-secret-chocolatier. For questions, contact The Secret Chocolatier at info@thesecretchocolatier.com, 704-323-8178 or visit http://homemadechocolategifts.com/events-classes/.

“We are excited about offering these classes and events to give people a chance to gather a few secrets behind The Secret Chocolatier while enjoying some hands-on fun and tasty learning,” said Robin Ciordia, co-owner of The Secret Chocolatier.

About The Secret Chocolatier

The Secret Chocolatier began operations in 2008, selling hand-made confections at regional farmers markets, sourced from natural ingredients. The family-owned company opened its retail shop in 2011, at the corner of Sharon Amity and Providence Road in Charlotte, and expanded to Ballanytne in Fall 2013. The Secret Chocolatier offers wholesale programs, which allows shoppers to get their chocolate fix at area Harris-Teeter and other specialty grocery stores, wine and coffee shops, gift shops and boutiques. For more information, visit www.thesecretchocolatier.com.