Malta · DESSERT TOURS
The 11 best dessert tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Meet at Malta Chocolate Factory in St. Paul’s Bay for four Maltese wines, including Gellewza, Girgentina, and sparkling rosé, paired with five handmade chocolates. English-speaking hosts such as Emma, Greta, and Rene explain the grapes, flavors, and pairing science in a small group.
“Excellent knowledge from our host and a lovely little selection of chocolates with different wines. Available to buy downstairs!”
At Malta Chocolate Factory, an English-speaking chocolatier guides you through chocolate history, production, truffles, and molded treats. You will paint your own chocolates, wear an apron, and take your creations home. The one-hour class costs $29 and welcomes wheelchair users, but not children under 8.
“It was fun and a nice souvenir (if the chocolates actually make the flight home!) 🤣🤣🤣❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Our teacher was very sweet ❤️”
Meet at Malta Chocolate Factory near Bugibba Square for a one-hour tasting of four Maltese wines, including Gellewza and Girgentina, paired with five handmade chocolates. Your English-speaking host explains the grapes, production, and pairing choices in a wheelchair-accessible setting.
“Fantastic guid gorgeous chocolate and not shy on the wine felt a little giddy after 😂 highly recommend”
At Malta Chocolate Factory in San Pawl il-Baħar, you’ll spend about an hour learning cocoa basics, painting chocolate, and making truffles with guidance from Nirl and Emma. The workshop is in English, suited mainly to adults, and ends with your own sweets to take home.
“An informative and enjoyable time making chocolates. It was a hands on experience and well worth the time and money. The chocolates we made we took with us and didn’t last until next day. Helpful and friendly staff. Afterwards we had a hot chocolate with a shot of Baileys in and it was delicious.”
At Malta Chocolate Factory in San Pawl il-Baħar, you will make four cocktails, taste five handmade chocolates, and learn why each pairing works. The English-language class starts at 5:00 pm, lasts about an hour, and includes a recipe booklet for home use.
“Had a great time with my husband , we had another couple there with us , & all 4 of us were able to make a cocktail. All were delicious , the chocolate was amazing g & our teacher was extremely knowledgeable & super nice! Had a great time, would definitely recommend!”
At Malta Chocolate Factory, an English-speaking instructor guides you through chocolate paint, edible decorations, and the story of chocolate before you shape a 3D monster to take home. The one-hour class suits families with children aged five and up and keeps the focus on hands-on creativity.
“Excellent activity for all ages excellent organiser no TV’ On a TV”
Meet expert mixologists and skilled chocolatiers at Malta Chocolate Factory, just off Bugibba Square. Over one hour, you will make four cocktails, sample five handmade chocolates, and learn how sweetness, bitterness, and texture work together. A virgin cocktail option is available for an added charge.
“Excellent activity, with fabulous chocolates and cocktails the guide was very knowledgeable and informative!”
At Malta Chocolate Factory in San Pawl il-Baħar, you’ll spend about three hours making a box of 12 truffles, then pairing chocolate with Maltese wines. Guides including Greta, Renee, and Emma lead the English-language class, limited to 15 people.
“The most fun I have ever had. The truffle making was a bladt but the wine pairing was even better! Would recommend this to anyone.”
Meet near Bugibba Square for a one-hour English-language workshop led by hosts such as Renai. Taste four gins, including Island8 and other Maltese creations, pair them with five handmade chocolates, learn about botanicals and distillation, and prepare a cocktail.
“I booked this activity thinking it would just be a case of a couple of drinks and chocolates, but it was so much better than that. Set above the chocolate shop in a little workshop you get to learn about the history of gin and the different styles of gin. With 4 drinks paired perfectly with amazing chocolates it was amazing value for money too. The host was super knowledgeable and friendly. All in all the simple image and text with this experience do not do it justice.”
Meet at Malta Chocolate Factory in St. Paul’s Bay at 3 pm for a guided tasting of Island8 small-batch gin, two other gins, gin-based drinks, and five handmade chocolates. Your host explains botanicals, distillation, and pairing ideas in a small group of up to 15.
“The host was entertaining and the experience was pleasant. The chocolate and gin pairings were interesting and tasty.”
At Malta Chocolate Factory in San Pawl il-Baħar, you’ll make 12 handmade truffles, learn ganache techniques, and sample four Island8 Gin cocktails with five paired chocolates. The session runs in English for about two and a half hours, with Renee among the guides praised for her warm, playful teaching.
“Spent a lovely afternoon tasting gin and chocolate, what more can you ask for? Well how about fun, knowledge staff, a relaxed atmosphere and great tastes.”
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