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The Best Chocolate Bars of 2023 and Awards Winners Announced

July 12, 2023July 12, 2023 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

We are proud to present the results of the 2023 CHOCOLATE BAR AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2023 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. 2023 CHOCOLATE BAR AWARD RESULTS Best Ingredient Combinations GOLD Delysia Chocolatier Cardamom Pistachio Rose Dark Chocolate Bar SILVER Panache Chocolatier Sunflower Butter Bar BRONZE Delysia Chocolatier Hummingbird Cake Chocolate Bar Lambrecht Gourmet Bumble Berry Bark Bar HONORABLE MENTION Moka Origins Cherry Dark Chocolate 72% Panache Chocolatier Smokehouse Nut Bar Best Taste GOLD Delysia Chocolatier Cardamom Pistachio Rose Dark Chocolate Bar SILVER Panache Chocolatier Smokehouse Nut Bar BRONZE Moka Origins Cherry Dark Chocolate 72% HONORABLE MENTION Lambrecht...

Chocolate Salon Panel: Ace! What’s Hot in the Australian Chocolate Scene – March 15th/16th

March 7, 2022March 9, 2022 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

In conversation with some of Oz's best award-winning chocolatiers to find out more about Australian chocolate trends and tastes TasteTV & the International Chocolate Salon in conversation with some of Oz's best award-winning chocolatiers to find out more about Australian chocolate trends and tastes. Moderated by Jessica Tivendale. Jessica is a top Australian Bean to Bar/Craft Chocolate reviewer and educator. She has completed Level 2 Bean to Bar training at the International Institute of Cacao and Chocolate Tasting, and trained at The Next Batch Chocolate School also. Jessica reviews Bean to Bar/Craft chocolate from all around the world on Instagram (jessica_chokolatejourneys) and over 20 years experience in the creative arts and experiential learning Is chocolate popular in Australia? Recent estimates are the chocolate market in Oz is about $3,451,000,000 USD This educational panel is free to attend via Zoom. Advance Registration is required HERE. PANELISTS Treat Dreams, www.TreatDreams.com.au Deb Malkin, Ratio Cocoa Roasters, www.RatioCocoa.com.au Bina Doshi, Chocolates to Cheer, www.ChocolatesToCheer.com Trevor Smith, Metiisto Chocolate, www.Metiistochocolate.com MODERATOR ...

2021 Awards for Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America Announced

February 22, 2021February 22, 2021 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce the 2021 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, Top Design and Branding, 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 are judged. This...

2020 Chocolate Salon Ambassadors Announced

September 18, 2020September 19, 2020 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

In honor of their support for and contribution to artisan chocolate during the Summer 2020 Virtual Chocolate Salon Panels, the International Chocolate Salon has designated each of the panelists and moderators who participated as: HONORARY CHOCOLATE SALON AMBASSADORS We congratulate and thank each of them! Amy Sherman food writerArt Pollard of Amano Artisan ChocolateBarbie Van Horn of Finding Fine ChocolateBen Glass of The Good ChocolateCharly Kayle radio host and food writerCindy Wong Chen of China LiveDavid Gambill of Sonoma ChocolatiersElisia Otavi of Raphio ChocolateElyce Zahn of CocoTuttiErin Andrews of Indi ChocolateJoey Garcia authorJulie House of Panache ChocolatierKaren Urbanek of Flying NoirKimberly Yang of Formosa ChocolatesMargaret King of Magnolia ChocolatierMichael Benner of Michael’s ChocolatesMichael Poole of Hot ChocolatPhillip Ashley Rix of Phillip Ashley ChocolatesRobert Bowden of Vivere ChocolatesSeth Bain of the ConfectionistSyovata Edari of CocoVaa ChocolatierTonet Tibay of Marti ChocolattWendy Lieu of Socola Chocolatier...

Virtual CHOCOLATE SALON Panel: Conversation with 3 Master Chocolatiers – June 23

June 17, 2020June 23, 2020 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

TasteTV & the International Chocolate Salon in conversation with 3 Master Chocolatiers about their creative inspirations & business challenges, including tips for great chocolate, flavor profiles, travels, and tips for success. Discover and support these great artisans! The Panel Discussion features: Chocolatier Michael Benner of Michael's Chocolates, Elyce Zahn of CocoTutti, Julie House of Panache Chocolatier, and moderator, food writer Amy Sherman. This educational panel is free to attend. Watch the full recorded panel below https://youtu.be/s_AzEPXXET8 ABOUT THE PANEL AMY SHERMAN (Moderator): MICHAEL BENNER (Chocolatier): ELYCE ZAHN (Chocolatier): JULIE HOUSE (Chocolatier):...

Virtual CHOCOLATE SALON Panel: In Conversation with Black Chocolatiers – June 11

June 8, 2020July 26, 2020 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

TasteTV & the International Chocolate Salon in conversation on June 11th with Black Chocolatiers about their creative inspirations & business challenges, including tips for great chocolate, flavor profiles, educations, and tips for success. Discover and support these great artisans! The Panel Discussion features: Chocolatier Phillip Ashley Rix of Phillip Ashley Chocolates, Robert Bowden of Vivere Chocolates, Syovata Edari of CocoVaa Chocolatier, Michael Poole of Hot Chocolat, Margaret King of Magnolia Chocolatier, and moderator, author Joey Garcia This educational panel is free to attend. June 11th. Watch the full recorded panel below https://youtu.be/NUpMvRFQ9Ss...

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

February 1, 2020April 7, 2020 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

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...

Chocolate and Wine Cruise on SF Bay, February 19th

February 1, 2020October 19, 2021 by The Chocolate Salon Comment Closed

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...