About L’École Valrhona Dubai
In a landmark move, Valrhona, the renowned French chocolate manufacturer, opened its state-of-the-art educational facility in Dubai, marking a major milestone in the region’s culinary scene. Since its opening, L’École Valrhona Dubai has become a massive success, attracting professionals from across the Middle East and beyond. Offering cutting-edge facilities and innovative courses, the school is quickly establishing itself as a hub for pastry and chocolate expertise.
Furthermore, Valrhona’s decision to launch the school in Dubai was driven by growing demand for high-quality professional training in the region. Guillaume Lafaix, IMEA business unit manager at Valrhona Selection, said that after observing the region’s culinary evolution since 2007, it was clear Dubai, with its dynamic food scene and diverse talent pool, was the perfect location. “The region’s rapid growth and the concentration of skilled chefs made it the ideal time for us to bring our 100 years of expertise to the UAE,” he stated.
Dubai, a global hub for commerce, culture and cuisine, has proven to be the ideal setting for this new venture. Known for its gastronomic diversity and passion for high-end culinary experiences, the city offers the perfect environment for professionals to engage in Valrhona’s renowned educational offerings. The school’s mission is to combine French craftsmanship with local influences, promoting creativity and technical excellence in pastry and chocolate.
Under the leadership of Brice Konan-Ferrand, executive pastry chef of L’École Valrhona Dubai, the school has already seen great success. With years of experience in prestigious institutions around the world, Konan-Ferrand has created an inspiring environment for professionals to refine their skills and explore new culinary horizons.
L’École Valrhona Dubai’s offering
L’École Valrhona Dubai offers a diverse range of creative courses, including:
- Training: Two-to-three-day workshops led by Valrhona’s training chefs, guest pastry chefs, and artisans, covering themes such as chocolate-making, vegan pastry, alternative desserts, creative viennoiseries, chocolate candies and holiday desserts.
- Technical business consulting: Personalized services with Valrhona pastry chefs visiting clients’ laboratories for tailored guidance.
- Conferences: Insights into the latest technological advancements in pastry and chocolate.
- Workshops: Practical, hands-on sessions focused on key industry topics, equipping participants with the tools and techniques to replicate culinary creations.
- Demonstrations: Live presentations showcasing the Valrhona range of products and their applications.
