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The Chocolate & Pastry School

Peebles, Edinburgh, Scotland

4.7(10)

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Cocoa Black is an artisan chocolate and patisserie business based in Peebles, Scotland, founded by Ruth Hinks, UK World Chocolate Master. They operate a chocolate shop and patisserie, sell award-winning chocolates online, and run The Chocolate & Pastry School.

Master chocolate making alongside classic pastry and patisserie techniques, with courses designed for both beginners taking their first steps and professionals honing their craft. Gift vouchers available for the aspiring chocolatier or pastry chef in your life.

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4.7 on Google

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3 Cuddy Bridge, Peebles EH45 8JB, Edinburgh

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Thermapen ONE instant-read thermometerEquipment

Thermapen ONE Thermometer

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Professional-grade Belgian chocolate. What the schools use.

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Information last checked: March 2026

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Food hygiene rating

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Inspected 24 June 2025 · Scottish FHIS

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Getting there

  • Bank of Scotland2 min walk
  • Gibson Place4 min walk
  • Greenside Car Park1 min walk
  • Swimming Pool Car Park3 min walk

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