# Chocolate Pairing Classes These Classes Teach Consumers How to Pair Alcohol with Chocolate By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-07-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pairing-classes References: [jsonline](http://www.jsonline.com/features/food/pairing-flavors-of-chocolate-with-favorite-indugences-b99541486z1-318956911.html) & [indulgencechocolatiers](http://indulgencechocolatiers.com/) Milwaukee-based chocolate shop Indulgence Chocolatiers, is now offering interactive pairing classes that teach participants how to pair different flavors. While many consumers are interested in learning how to pair different foods and bervages, the amount of information available online can be extremely overwhelming. The interactive classes provide an opportunity for participants to learn from experts about how to match different dishes. Indulgence Chocolatiers offers a number of different pairing classes and each one features a different type of alcohol, including [California wines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/napa-noir), [summer cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-batch-chocolate-bars) and [flavorful beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-chalices). In each class, participants will have the opportunity to sample different drinks and chocolates. By tasting the different ingredients, participants will be able to better understand how the flavors match up and complement one another. The classes ultimately provide an interactive environment for consumers to learn about different food and beverage pairings. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Interactive Pairing Classes:** The rise of interactive pairing classes provides a unique learning opportunity for consumers to explore and understand how different flavors complement each other. - **Food and Beverage Pairing:** Consumers' interest in learning how to pair different dishes and beverages creates opportunities for businesses to offer specialized classes and experiences in this area. - **Expert-led Tasting Experiences:** Expert-led tasting experiences give consumers the chance to learn directly from professionals about how different ingredients match up and enhance flavors. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Culinary Education:** Culinary education institutions can expand their offerings by creating specialized pairing classes that cater to consumers' growing interest in food and beverage pairings. - **Chocolate Retail:** Chocolate shops and retailers can create new revenue streams by offering interactive pairing classes that allow customers to explore different flavor combinations. - **Alcoholic Beverage Industry:** Alcoholic beverage producers can capitalize on the trend by collaborating with chocolate shops to create unique pairing experiences that showcase their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chocolate Beer Pairings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocosol.md) - [Educational Almond Chocolate Classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-butter-and-chocolate-masterclass.md) - [Chocolate Education Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocotastery.md) - [Mezcal-Paired Artisanal Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairtrade-chocolate.md) - [Perfect Coffee-Chocolate Pairings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-and-chocolate-pairing.md) - [Wine-Paired Chocolate Gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wine-chocolate-gift-set.md) - [Chocolate-Paired Wine Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-and-wine-pairing.md) - [Cheese-Infused Luxury Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m-cacao-fromage-chocolate-collection.md) - [Chocolate Tasting Flights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-flights.md)