Have you ever wondered how chocolate travels from a cacao tree to the treat you enjoy? The Bean to Bar – Hands-On Chocolate Making Experience invites chocolate and coffee enthusiasts to explore that journey at Solmelu Experiences in Bajpe, near Mangaluru, on Saturday, 21 November 2026.

Scheduled from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, this farm-based experience offers an opportunity to discover cacao cultivation, understand the journey of cacao beans and learn about the role of fermentation in chocolate-making. Participants can take part in a guided walk through the cacao farm and get an introduction to the process that transforms cacao into chocolate.

A highlight of the session is the hands-on chocolate-moulding activity, where participants can create their own chocolates. The experience also brings together two artisanal flavours: a coffee tasting featuring Dimbada Estate and a tasting of Solmelu’s handcrafted chocolates.

The programme is made with Solmelu Experiences and Dimbada Café Artisanal. Along with the farm tour, chocolate-making introduction and tastings, participants will receive handmade chocolate and farm goodies to take home.

The event is priced at ₹1,500 per seat. The booking page lists a total capacity of 10 seats and showed 7 seats remaining in the event information supplied. As availability can change, participants should check the booking page before making plans.

What participants can expect

  1. A guided tour of the cacao farm.
  2. An introduction to cacao beans, their journey and fermentation.
  3. An overview of the chocolate-making process.
  4. A hands-on chocolate-moulding session to make personal chocolate creations.
  5. An artisanal coffee tasting featuring Dimbada Estate.
  6. A tasting of Solmelu’s handcrafted chocolates.
  7. Handmade chocolate and farm goodies to take home.

What to bring

Participants are advised to carry a water bottle and a phone or camera to capture moments during the experience. Comfortable, breathable clothing is recommended for moving around the farm. Closed-toe shoes or comfortable sneakers are suggested for walking through the farm area.

A little curiosity and an appetite for chocolate and coffee will complete the experience.


Booking: Online booking through the Makewave event page, with booking handled through Offlyn.

For people interested in understanding where chocolate comes from, exploring cacao farming and trying a hands-on chocolate activity, Bean to Bar offers a farm experience that brings together learning, tasting and making in the Mangaluru region.