San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON Returns May 17th for 14th Year

San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON Returns May 17th for 14th Year

Chocolate lovers, get ready for a world of premium chocolate! The Original and Premier Artisan Chocolate Show on the West Coast takes place this Spring at the 14th Annual San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON, May 17th, 2020 at the Country Fair Building’s Hall of Flowers in Golden Gate Park. Returning for an 14th year, the San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON participants includes chocolatiers, confectioners, wineries and other culinary artisans throughout the entire 1-Day event in the heart of the City. Chocolate aficionados, fanatics, lovers and addicts can taste & experience the finest in artisan, gourmet & premium chocolate in one of the world’s great culinary metropolitan areas. Salon highlights feature chocolate tasting, demonstrations, chef & author talks and ongoing interviews by TasteTV’s Chocolate Television program. www.SFChocolateSalon.com This year’s San Francisco CHOCOLATE SALON has an exciting lineup of chocolatiers, confectioners and more. Here’s a sneak peak at some of them! SALONNIERES (sample): Amano Artisan Chocolate, Raphio Chocolate, Z. Cioccolato, LetterPress Chocolate, David Bacco Chocolatier, Bay Cha, Cacao America LLC...
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Chocolate and Wine Cruise on SF Bay, February 19th

Chocolate and Wine Cruise on SF Bay, February 19th

FEBRUARY 15TH: Join us for the Wine & Chocolate CRUISE on San Francisco Bay. The First Cruise for 2020 The day's adventure takes place onboard a luxury yacht, where you will taste wines from a local winemaker, along with samples from a curated selection of local chocolate, toffee and wine. Walk among the various artisans and experience their latest creations. Explore and luxuriate on the yacht, and enjoy it all during the 2-hour cruise on the San Francisco Bay. Then take home some of that great food and wine you've discovered and purchased onboard for continued enjoyment. EXCLUSIVE: The Wine & Chocolate Cruise is Limited to a lucky 120 attendees. ♥ RESERVE YOUR SPACE AND TICKETS HERE    VIDEO FROM THE FIRST CRUISE https://vimeo.com/197132521 TICKETS Must be over 21 years of age. $55/person. 1:00-3:00pm (yacht sets off at 1pm SHARP). RESERVE YOUR SPACE AND TICKETS HERE To participate as a partner or vendor, please contact the Organizers here. MAP...
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The Best Chocolates for Valentine’s Day

The Best Chocolates for Valentine’s Day

THE BEST CHOCOLATES FOR VALENTINE'S DAY 3rd Annual Valentine's Chocolate Awards: We are proud to present the results of the 3rd Annual VALENTINE’S CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2nd Annual VALENTINE’S CHOCOLATE AWARDS are based on the combined total number of votes received by each entrant from the Judging Panel. The Judging Panel consists of National and Regional Magazines, Newspaper and Blog Editors, plus Topic Experts, Local Chefs and Food Gurus. The award winners below have the honor of being able to display and use the Official Award Winner title and award logos, as well as use items (such as the Award Winner lapel pin), as well as use Custom Award Certificates, and logo award merchandise.   Panache Chocolatier “With Love” Valentine’s Day Truffle Collection GOLD MEDAL Judges Summary: Panache wins the gold with their incredible with Love Box, which not only comes with a wood veneer box and ribbon, but also with a custom pamphlet that describes the providence and history of each of...
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Best Hot Cocoa and Drinking Chocolates Awarded

Best Hot Cocoa and Drinking Chocolates Awarded

6th Annual Hot Chocolate Awards We are proud to present the results of the 6th Annual HOT CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 6th Annual HOT CHOCOLATE AWARDS are based on the combined total number of votes received by each entrant from the Judging Panel. The Judging Panel consists of National and Regional Magazines, Newspaper and Blog Editors, plus Topic Experts, Local Chefs and Food Gurus. The award winners below have the honor of being able to display and use the Official Award Winner title and award logos, as well as use items (such as the Award Winner lapel pin), as well as use Custom Award Certificates, product label stickers, and logo award merchandise. GOLD Panache Chocolatier Double Dark Sipping Cocoa 17 Rocks Pty Ltd 70% Dark Hot Chocolate St. Croix Chocolate Co. Hot hot drinking chocolate quills SILVER Delysia Chocolatier Peppermint Drinking Chocolate 17 Rocks Pty Ltd Burnt Caramel Milk Hot Chocolate BRONZE Delysia Chocolatier Cayenne Drinking Chocolate Panache Chocolatier Double Dark Tumeric Sipping Cocoa...
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The Best Chocolate TRUFFLE AWARDS of 2019 Announced

The Best Chocolate TRUFFLE AWARDS of 2019 Announced

6th Annual Truffle Artistry Awards: We are proud to present the results of the 6th Annual TRUFFLE ARTISTRY AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 6th Annual CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE ARTISTRY AWARDS are based on the combined total number of votes received by each entrant from the Judging Panel. The Judging Panel consists of National and Regional Magazines, Newspaper and Blog Editors, plus Topic Experts, Local Chefs and Food Gurus. The award winners below have the honor of being able to display and use the Official Award Winner title and award logos, as well as use items (such as the Award Winner lapel pin), as well as use Custom Award Certificates, and logo award merchandise. 4.5 STARS 4.0 STARS 3.5 STARS 3.0 STARS STAR RATINGS 4.5 STARS Bella Sophia Chocolates Yuzu Chiffon St. Croix Chocolate Co. Fall flavors collection St. Croix Chocolate Co. Koi Inyodo (Japanese yin and yang duo) 4.0 STARS BON CHOCOLATIER Creative truffle Baetz Chocolates Simply Saskatoon Beth's Chocolate Limesicle Michael's Chocolates Bourbon Caramel Pecan flying noir the teaer box SELEUSS Chocolates Coffee & Chicory 3.5 STARS Beth's...
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Entry Registration Closes Oct. 31st for Truffle Artistry Awards 2019

Entry Registration Closes Oct. 31st for Truffle Artistry Awards 2019

2019 Chocolate Awards ICS Registration Deadlines Update Truffle Artistry Awards, Registration closes October 31st | CELEBRATE YOUR CREATIONS BE THE BEST, GO FOR THE GOLD REACH NEW CLIENTS & FOOD & MEDIA AWARDS REGISTRATION TIMELINES – Truffle Artistry Awards (Registration closes October 31st) To ENTER OR LEARN MORE, go to the Awards Registration page...
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Entry Registration Closes Oct. 31st for Hot Chocolate and Beverages Awards 2019

Entry Registration Closes Oct. 31st for Hot Chocolate and Beverages Awards 2019

TasteTV and the International Chocolate Salon are pleased to announce the following Chocolatier and Confection awards competition and event updates: ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CHOCOLATE SALON AWARDS COMPETITION: Best Hot Chocolate and Drinking Cocoa Awards Registration Now Open Registration closes October 31st ♥ Details and to Register HERE REACH NEW MARKETS, NEW PEOPLE, NEW CLIENTS & NEW PARTNERS; LAUNCH NEW PRODUCTS AND MEET NEW PRESS...
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