BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//360exp//Events//ES METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto TZURL:http://tzurl.org/zoneinfo-outlook/America/Toronto X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:19700308T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:19701101T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE TIMEZONE-ID:America/Toronto X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Toronto BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0595ce5b-574d-4362-b823-365e31d2ea3e@360exp.net SEQUENCE:0 DTSTAMP:20260911T061316 DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261011T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261108T180000 SUMMARY:Preservation - Masterclass (Hamilton) LOCATION:Chocolate Tales Studio DESCRIPTION:\nšŸ“ Preservation Masterclass | Hands-On Jam\, Jelly & Fruit Preserving Workshop in Hamilton\nDiscover the timeless art of food preser vation in the Preservation Masterclass at Chocolate Tales Studio in Hamilt on. This immersive 2-hour hands-on workshop introduces you to traditional preserving techniques\, teaching you how to transform fresh seasonal fruit into delicious homemade jams\, jellies\, compotes\, and candied citrus us ing classic methods that have been passed down through generations.\nDesig ned for food lovers\, home cooks\, and DIY enthusiasts\, this interactive culinary experience combines the science and artistry of preservation in a welcoming\, beginner-friendly environment. Under the guidance of an exper ienced instructor\, you'll learn the essential principles behind successfu l preserving\, including pectin activation\, sugar ratios\, acidity\, cook ing temperatures\, and gel point testing.\nWorking in small collaborative groups\, participants will prepare fresh fruit\, monitor cooking temperatu res\, test for proper consistency\, and carefully fill jars while gaining practical skills they can confidently recreate at home. Along the way\, yo u'll discover how different fruits respond to heat and sugar\, allowing yo u to create preserves with exceptional flavor\, texture\, and shelf stabil ity.\nThroughout the workshop\, you'll prepare a selection of classic frui t preserves\, each highlighting a different preservation technique. The ex perience concludes with a guided tasting where you'll compare flavors\, te xtures\, and techniques before taking home your handmade creations\, detai led recipes\, and the knowledge to continue preserving at home.\nWhether y ou're interested in sustainable food practices\, homemade gifts\, seasonal cooking\, or expanding your culinary skills\, the Preservation Masterclas s offers a rewarding and educational experience for every level of home co ok.\nWorkshop Highlights\nšŸ“ Learn traditional fruit preservation techni ques from an expert instructor šŸŽ Master the science behind pectin\, sug ar ratios\, acidity\, and gel formation šŸŠ Create a variety of homemade preserves using seasonal ingredients šŸ‘©ā€šŸ³ Gain practical experience with cooking\, testing\, and jar-filling techniques šŸ½ļø Enjoy a guide d tasting of the finished preserves šŸ“– Take home recipes\, techniques\, and your handmade creations\nWhat You'll Make\nšŸ Apple Jelly ā€“ Learn juice extraction and proper gel formation for a beautifully clear preserve .\nšŸ‘ Apricot Compote ā€“ Create a rich\, fruit-forward preserve with pe rfectly controlled texture.\nšŸ“ Strawberry Jam ā€“ Master one of the mos t beloved classic jams while learning the importance of timing and pectin activation.\nšŸŠ Candied Citrus ā€“ Transform citrus peels into tender\, translucent confections using traditional candying techniques.\nWhat's Inc luded\nāœ”ļø Two-hour guided hands-on preservation workshop āœ”ļø All in gredients\, equipment\, jars\, and packaging provided āœ”ļø Small-group c ollaborative learning experience āœ”ļø Guided tasting of completed preser ves āœ”ļø Printed recipes and preservation techniques to take home āœ”ļø A selection of your handmade preserves\nWho Should Attend?\nThis workshop is recommended for participants 16 years and older and is perfect for:\n\ nHome cooks and baking enthusiasts\nFood preservation beginners\nJam and j elly lovers\nDIY food makers\nSustainable cooking enthusiasts\nAnyone inte rested in learning traditional culinary skills\n\nNo previous preserving e xperience is required.\nLocation\nChocolate Tales Studio 430 York Blvd. Ha milton\, ON L8R 3K8\nDiscover the satisfaction of preserving fresh seasona l ingredients while learning practical skills you'll use for years to come . Whether you're making homemade gifts\, stocking your pantry\, or explori ng a new culinary hobby\, the Preservation Masterclass is a fun\, educatio nal\, and rewarding experience that celebrates the tradition of handcrafte d food.\nĀ \n\nBoletos: https://www.showpass.com/preservation-masterclass- hamilton-2026-conn3/ URL;VALUE=URI:https://360exp.net/events/0595ce5b-574d-4362-b823-365e31d2ea 3e END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR