AJAW Chocolate LTD.

Chocolate artisan · Cayo ·

AJAW Chocolate LTD.

Chocolate artisan · Cayo ·

Learn Maya cacao history, taste locally sourced organic chocolate.

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48 Benque Viejo Road, San Ignacio, Belize Get directions

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"A hands-on chocolate experience in San Ignacio where visitors can learn traditional Maya chocolate-making techniques and taste locally produced chocolate as part of cultural and culinary programming." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Carrie J.

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Really great to hear about the history of chocolate from the Mayan and Krystan perspective. Our group from Camp Se Konsa loved being here. The samples were very generous and informative, and it was great to taste the coca bean and its original form historically consumed.

Eleonora G.

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This is such a wonderful experience. From June to November you could actually visit the farm for your. Unfortunately, we were only able to do the in-person tutorial. Are guide was super knowledgeable and all these samples were incredible. We were walked through the start to finish of how to make chocolate and the importance/significance to the Mayan culture. If you are in a San ignacio this is an experience you must participate in.

WelcomeHome76

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if you have never done a chocolate info tour this one was very informative. the guy hosting the seminar was funny and knowledgeable. seminar offered on the hour. they have chocolate drink similar to Baileys. 70% chocolate was delicious.

Romsil C.

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Joining the info session of how the Mayans prepared and enjoyed their chocolate was the highlight of our stay in San Ignacio. I left with a better appreciation of chocolate and of its Mayan history.

Madison L.

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We went on the farm tour which added an extra layer of context to the demonstration. If you're a chocolate lover this will give you a new respect for the cultural importance of cacao. Thank you Adrian and the team for such a great experience.

Peg B.

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Adrian could not have been more welcoming in showing our family around the cacao farm. We learned so much about the importance of farmers in our chocolate experience! We got to sample lots of things along our tour--grapefruit, coconut water, cocao seeds to name a few. It was also an honor to meet the farm's owner. Back at the shop, we learned all about how cocoa nibs are ground and turned into true chocolate for eating or drinking. Fascinating!

Charlotte P.

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I had a fantastic time here on the chocolate making and tasting tour. The team were friendly, knowledgable and this was a great hour of the afternoon well spent. It was packed full of history and I learned how to make traditional Mayan chocolate, grinding roasted cacao beans by hand on a stone slab. I tried the Mayan chocolate drink with chilli and honey - it was absolutely delicious. Cannot recommend it enough!

Ayesha P.

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I will never view chocolate the same way again. This historical chocolate making class was everything I wanted and more. We didn’t make sugar filled bars. Instead we learned about how sacred the chocolate drink and cocoa bean is. The teacher was very knowledge and we had a great time asking questions and learning. I highly recommend.

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AJAW Chocolate LTD.

Carrie J.

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Eleonora G.

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WelcomeHome76

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Romsil C.

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Joining the info session of how the Mayans prepared and enjoyed their chocolate was the highlight of our stay in San Ignacio. I left with a better appreciation of chocolate and of its Mayan history.

Madison L.

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Peg B.

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Charlotte P.

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Ayesha P.

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