2022 Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America Announced

2022 Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America Announced

The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce the 2022 award winners for the title BEST CHOCOLATIERS AND CONFECTIONERS IN AMERICA The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America*** are based on the combined total number of Gold and Silver Awards and plus 4.5/4.0/3.5 star ratings received by each entrant in the previous year's TasteTV Chocolate Salons in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Sacramento, and Fall (SF), as well as in the standalone International Chocolate Salon Award Competitions for Best Caramels, Best Toffees, Top Chocolate Bars, Truffles, White Chocolate, Best Hot Cocoa and Drinking Chocolate, Vegan Chocolates, Spicy Chocolates, Best Sugar-Free Chocolates, Best Ruby Chocolates, and Best Valentine's Chocolates. ***NOTE: This was a unique year, in that many awards from live events were not issued, as COVID postponed many live Chocolate Salon events where awards would be earned. As such, this year's list is primarily comprised of high-ranking awards from various chocolate category competitions in which shipped submissions...
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Best Sugar Free Chocolates of the Year Announced

Best Sugar Free Chocolates of the Year Announced

We are proud to present the results of the 1st Annual Sugar Free Chocolate AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the SUGAR FREE 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. Best Ingredient Combinations GOLD CocoTutti Chocolates Mixed Berry no Sugar Added SILVER The Good Chocolate 65% Zero Sugar Himalayan Salt CHOCOPUNTO 78% Dark Chocolate with Cocoa Nibs Sugar Free Kakaozon Chocolate Sugar-Free White Chocolate BRONZE The Good Chocolate 65% Zero Sugar Salted Almond Chocolates to Cheer Gianduja Delight - Vegan and Sugar Free Chocolates to Cheer Rasmalai Delight - Vegan and Sugar Free HONORABLE MENTION The Good...
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Registration Open for 2021 Hot Coca and Drinking Chocolate Awards

Registration Open for 2021 Hot Coca and Drinking Chocolate Awards

The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce that Entry Registration is open for 2021 Hot Cocoa and Drinking Chocolate Awards. Registration deadlines are: BEST HOT COCOA & DRINKING CHOCOLATE Annual Hot Chocolate Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: November 19, 2021 Product Submission Deadline: December 3, 2021 : REGISTER HERE ...
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Registration Open for 2021 Sugar-Free Chocolate Awards

Registration Open for 2021 Sugar-Free Chocolate Awards

  The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce that Entry Registration is open for 2021 Best Sugar-Free Chocolate. Registration deadlines are: BEST SUGAR-FREE Annual Sugar Free (New) Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: November 19, 2021 Product Submission Deadline: December 3, 2021 : REGISTER HERE : DETAILS HERE: This competition is for chocolates made completely sugar free. They can include sugar substitutes, or have no sugar at all. ...
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Registration Open for 2021 Special Edition Ruby Chocolate Awards

Registration Open for 2021 Special Edition Ruby Chocolate Awards

The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce that Entry Registration is open for the Special Edition 2021 Ruby Chocolate Awards. Registration deadlines are: BEST RUBY Special: Ruby (New) Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: November 19, 2021 Product Submission Deadline: December 3, 2021 : REGISTER HERE : DETAILS HERE: This competition is for chocolates made completely or partially from Ruby chocolate. NEW ...
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Registration Closed for 2021 Caramel Awards

Registration Closed for 2021 Caramel Awards

The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce that Entry Registration is now closed for 2021 Best Caramels. The Organizers have determined that all available entry slots are  now filled. Registration deadlines are: TOP CARAMELS Annual Caramel Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: October 15, 2021 Product Submission Deadline: November 5, 2021 : REGISTER HERE ...
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The Best Chocolate Bars of 2021 and Awards Winners Announced

The Best Chocolate Bars of 2021 and Awards Winners Announced

We are proud to present the results of the 2021 CHOCOLATE BAR AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2021 CHOCOLATE BAR 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. 2021 CHOCOLATE BAR AWARD RESULTS   Best Ingredient Combinations   GOLD Wild Peaks Chocolates Black sesame and almond praline in white chocolate SILVER Coco Jolie Persian Paradise Bar BRONZE Michael’s Chocolates Sour Cherry Pecan Tablet HONORABLE MENTION Panache Chocolatier Caramel Macchiato Hazelnut Bar Treat Dreams Aussie Pavlova Bar Best Taste   GOLD Wild Peaks Chocolates Black sesame and almond praline in white chocolate SILVER Michael’s Chocolates Sour Cherry Pecan Tablet BRONZE Coco Jolie Persian Paradise Bar Treat...
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The Best Vegan Chocolate of 2021 and Awards Winners Announced

The Best Vegan Chocolate of 2021 and Awards Winners Announced

We are proud to present the results of the 2021 VEGAN CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2021 VEGAN 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. 2021 VEGAN CHOCOLATE AWARD RESULTS   Best Ingredient Combinations GOLD Coco Jolie Chocolate Bonbons with Glossy Finish Hot Tempered Chocolates Macadamia Ginger SILVER Delysia Chocolatier Coffee coconut almond bark chocolate bark Delysia Chocolatier Mother Earth chocolate truffle collection Treat Dreams Aussie Pavlova Bar Treat Dreams Hazel Bunnies BRONZE Treat Dreams Caramel Filled Bears HONORABLE MENTION Chocolat Inn & Café Veggie Chocolat Delysia Chocolatier Juicing cleanse chocolate truffle assortment Endorfin Foods Turkish Coffee Panda...
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