“Pierre Marcolini... resembles a luxury jeweller’s boutique more than a chocolate shop” Telegraph Luxury
Why we love it
Founder and creative director of the Marylebone 'Maison' that takes his name, Pierre Marcolini is known for his passion and expertise in chocolate. Indulge with an after-hours private tasting with a chocolate specialist at the Marcolini boutique and learn all about bean-to-bar chocolate.
What's Included?
- Enjoy an after-hours private bean-to-bar chocolate tasting for up to six people at Maison Pierre Marcolini
- Taste seven different chocolates, including Grand cru and infused ganaches
- Chocolate will be paired with beverages, such as coffee, cocoa infusion and champagne
- Your tasting experience will be hosted by a chocolate specialist at the Marylebone boutique
- Take home a complimentary box with selected Pierre Marcolini chocolates
Exclusive to TRULY
- This experience is unique to TRULY guests
Description
Pierre Marcolini is a true artisan of chocolate. Born in 1964 in Charleroi, Belgium, Pierre Marcolini knew he wanted to be a chocolatier by the age of 14. Upon finishing his studies, he became a pastry chef and worked alongside many of the top professionals in Belgium, and was even crowned “World Pastry Champion” early on in his career.
Marcolini draws inspiration from everyday life when designing his innovative chocolate creations; inspiration could come from a modern art exhibition, a conversation with friends, or discovering a new flavour at a restaurant.
Most of all, travelling the world allows Marcolini to find new talent and experiment with the unexpected flavours of other cultures. Maison Pierre Marcolini now operates thirty stores, located in Belgium, Paris, London and Japan.
At the start of the 21st century, the chocolatier made the decision to begin creating his chocolates according to the bean-to-bar philosophy. He is involved in perfecting every step of the chocolate-making process, from planting seeds, to selecting the beans himself. Marcolini has nurtured special relationships with his producers located all over the world. His aim is to obtain the purest chocolate with the most authentic flavour, without the need for modern techniques such as GM or hybridisation.
This private after-hours experience will immerse you into the world of chocolate. You’ll learn the secrets to making great chocolate; the bean-to-bar philosophy, the importance of origin, the soil and roasting techniques, and how the creativity and pastry education of the chocolatier is reflected in refined and delicious creations.
You will taste seven different chocolates, in four forms each, from Grand Cru chocolates to delicately infused ganaches, exotic and flavoursome macaroons, and light, balanced pastry. The chocolates will be paired with beverages such as coffee, champagne and Marcolini’s impressive cocoa infusion; a drink that takes the best cocoa and combines it with tea-like infusions to create a powerfully aromatic brew.
At the end of your journey, take home a complimentary coffret. The box will include a selection of some of the best Grand Cru chocolates produced by Pierre Marcolini.
We Also Recommend
- Book a table for lunch at Nuno Mendes’ Chiltern Firehouse
- Head to Purl for post-tasting prohibition cocktails
- Make a day of it and visit Madame Tussauds to snap a celebrity selfie
Additional Information
This experience is valid for redemption within six months from the date of issue.
This experience is only available after-hours; Monday to Friday from 6.30pm, Saturday from 7pm and Sunday from 6pm.
The experience will last approximately 90 minutes.
All bookings are subject to availability. We recommend booking at least 6 weeks in advance to guarantee desired dates and times.
What's Included?
- Enjoy an after-hours private bean-to-bar chocolate tasting for up to six people at Maison Pierre Marcolini
- Taste seven different chocolates, including Grand cru and infused ganaches
- Chocolate will be paired with beverages, such as coffee, cocoa infusion and champagne
- Your tasting experience will be hosted by a chocolate specialist at the Marylebone boutique
- Take home a complimentary box with selected Pierre Marcolini chocolates
Exclusive to TRULY
- This experience is unique to TRULY guests
Why we love it
Founder and creative director of the Marylebone 'Maison' that takes his name, Pierre Marcolini is known for his passion and expertise in chocolate. Indulge with an after-hours private tasting with a chocolate specialist at the Marcolini boutique and learn all about bean-to-bar chocolate. Read full description
Description
Pierre Marcolini is a true artisan of chocolate. Born in 1964 in Charleroi, Belgium, Pierre Marcolini knew he wanted to be a chocolatier by the age of 14. Upon finishing his studies, he became a pastry chef and worked alongside many of the top professionals in Belgium, and was even crowned “World Pastry Champion” early on in his career.
Marcolini draws inspiration from everyday life when designing his innovative chocolate creations; inspiration could come from a modern art exhibition, a conversation with friends, or discovering a new flavour at a restaurant.
Most of all, travelling the world allows Marcolini to find new talent and experiment with the unexpected flavours of other cultures. Maison Pierre Marcolini now operates thirty stores, located in Belgium, Paris, London and Japan.
At the start of the 21st century, the chocolatier made the decision to begin creating his chocolates according to the bean-to-bar philosophy. He is involved in perfecting every step of the chocolate-making process, from planting seeds, to selecting the beans himself. Marcolini has nurtured special relationships with his producers located all over the world. His aim is to obtain the purest chocolate with the most authentic flavour, without the need for modern techniques such as GM or hybridisation.
This private after-hours experience will immerse you into the world of chocolate. You’ll learn the secrets to making great chocolate; the bean-to-bar philosophy, the importance of origin, the soil and roasting techniques, and how the creativity and pastry education of the chocolatier is reflected in refined and delicious creations.
You will taste seven different chocolates, in four forms each, from Grand Cru chocolates to delicately infused ganaches, exotic and flavoursome macaroons, and light, balanced pastry. The chocolates will be paired with beverages such as coffee, champagne and Marcolini’s impressive cocoa infusion; a drink that takes the best cocoa and combines it with tea-like infusions to create a powerfully aromatic brew.
At the end of your journey, take home a complimentary coffret. The box will include a selection of some of the best Grand Cru chocolates produced by Pierre Marcolini.
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Pierre Marcolini is a true artisan of chocolate. Born in 1964 in Charleroi, Belgium, Pierre Marcolini knew he wanted to be a chocolatier by the age of 14. Upon finishing his studies, he became a pastry chef and worked alongside many of the top professionals in Belgium, and was even crowned “World Pastry Champion” early on in his career.
Marcolini draws inspiration from everyday life when designing his innovative chocolate creations; inspiration could come from a modern art exhibition, a conversation with friends, or discovering a new flavour at a restaurant.
Most of all, travelling the world allows Marcolini to find new talent and experiment with the unexpected flavours of other cultures. Maison Pierre Marcolini now operates thirty stores, located in Belgium, Paris, London and Japan.
At the start of the 21st century, the chocolatier made the decision to begin creating his chocolates according to the bean-to-bar philosophy. He is involved in perfecting every step of the chocolate-making process, from planting seeds, to selecting the beans himself. Marcolini has nurtured special relationships with his producers located all over the world. His aim is to obtain the purest chocolate with the most authentic flavour, without the need for modern techniques such as GM or hybridisation.
This private after-hours experience will immerse you into the world of chocolate. You’ll learn the secrets to making great chocolate; the bean-to-bar philosophy, the importance of origin, the soil and roasting techniques, and how the creativity and pastry education of the chocolatier is reflected in refined and delicious creations.
You will taste seven different chocolates, in four forms each, from Grand Cru chocolates to delicately infused ganaches, exotic and flavoursome macaroons, and light, balanced pastry. The chocolates will be paired with beverages such as coffee, champagne and Marcolini’s impressive cocoa infusion; a drink that takes the best cocoa and combines it with tea-like infusions to create a powerfully aromatic brew.
At the end of your journey, take home a complimentary coffret. The box will include a selection of some of the best Grand Cru chocolates produced by Pierre Marcolini.
Opening Times
Monday to Friday from 6.30pm Saturday from 7pm Sunday from 6pm
We Also Recommend
- Book a table for lunch at Nuno Mendes’ Chiltern Firehouse
- Head to Purl for post-tasting prohibition cocktails
- Make a day of it and visit Madame Tussauds to snap a celebrity selfie
Additional Information
This experience is valid for redemption within six months from the date of issue.
This experience is only available after-hours; Monday to Friday from 6.30pm, Saturday from 7pm and Sunday from 6pm.
The experience will last approximately 90 minutes.
All bookings are subject to availability. We recommend booking at least 6 weeks in advance to guarantee desired dates and times.
How it works
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Choose your experience
Treat yourself or share with someone you truly care about.
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We arrange everything
Our concierge will arrange everything, even the little extras.
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Relax and enjoy
Simply show up and savour the memory that will last a lifetime.
