Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON and FESTIVAL Returns on October 8, 2023

Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON and FESTIVAL Returns on October 8, 2023

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Great news, after a two year hiatus, the 15th Annual Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON and FESTIVAL returns on October 8, 2023! The original and premier artisan chocolate show in Southern California returns this year, the 14th Annual Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON, in Pasadena. Chocolate aficionados, fanatics, buyers and journalists can experience the finest in artisan, gourmet & premium chocolate in one of the world’s great culinary metropolitan areas. Featuring a delicious selection chosen and curated by the Organizers, the Annual CHOCOLATE SALON participants have included master chocolatiers, confectioners, and other culinary artisans. Salon highlights feature chocolate tasting, demonstrations, chef & author talks, and ongoing interviews by TasteTV’s Chocolate Television program. (Salon Entry includes all chocolate tastings, demos, etc.). The is the international chocolate festival not to miss! When: October 8, 2023 10:00am – 3:30pm Where: The Pasadena Center 300 Green Street Pasadena, CA 91109 www.LAChocolateSalon.com  ...
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Intl. Chocolate Salon Product Award Stickers now Available for 2023

Intl. Chocolate Salon Product Award Stickers now Available for 2023

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CELEBRATE AND PROMOTE We are thrilled to say that for all International Chocolate Salon Award Competition Winners in 2023 competitions and events, ICS Award Winners product labels / product stickers are now available. We congratulate all of the winners of International Chocolate Salon awards, either regionally in cities where Salons take place or in the various category specific award competitions. Due to the large number of requests for award merchandise and promotional items, TasteTV and the International Chocolate Salon have developed with our partners the following options for Award Winners. AWARD WINNER PRODUCT STICKERS: 2023 They can be ordered at any time in amounts sheets of 63 stickers each. To order ICS Product Label Award Stickers, PLEASE GO HERE....
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Best Chocolate Truffle Artistry of the Year Awarded by the International Chocolate Salon

Best Chocolate Truffle Artistry of the Year Awarded by the International Chocolate Salon

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THE BEST CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE ARTISTRY Chocolate Truffle Artistry Awards: We are proud to present the results of the Annual CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE ARTISTRY AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 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.   GOLD MEDAL TRUFFLE ARTISTRY Baetz Chocolates Kaleidoscope Panache Chocolatier Oz Collection Justin Vineyard and Winery Assorted Chocolate Truffle Box CREATOR DESCRIPTION Truffle: Honeysuckle Berry Rose, Lavender Sage, Black Pepper Pistachio. CREATOR DESCRIPTION Truffle: Passion Fruit, Strawberry Basil, Sea Salt Caramel, Cabernet Dark Chocolate, Hazelnut Praline.   SILVER MEDAL Delysia LLC Friendsgiving Panache Chocolatier Fall Harvest Collection CREATOR DESCRIPTION Truffle: Apple Pie, Sweet...
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San Francisco Chocolate Salon Returns on April 2nd as the Premiere West Coast Artisan Chocolate Festival

San Francisco Chocolate Salon Returns on April 2nd as the Premiere West Coast Artisan Chocolate Festival

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IltZ7JYEIGk The 14th Annual San Francisco International Chocolate Salon takes place this Spring on April 2, 2022. The Chocolate Salon has long been known as the original artisan chocolate festival on the West Coast. Chocolate aficionados, fanatics, lovers and addicts can taste & experience a wide range of artisan, gourmet & premium chocolate in one of the world’s most famous culinary metropolitan areas. Chocolate Salon participants include chocolatiers, confectioners, and other culinary artisans, such as Amano Artisan Chocolate, Z. Cioccolato, LetterPress Chocolate, Michael’s Chocolates, Formosa Chocolates, Goufrais, Siamaya Chocolate, CocoTutti Chocolates, Fookie, R & J Toffees, Brigadeiro Sprinkles, The Good Chocolate, p.o.p. candy co., flying noir, the Wishing Well Workshop, Fabula Tea, and more. For more information or tickets, visit www.SFChocolateSalon.com. The San Francisco Chocolate Salon, Los Angeles Chocolate Salon, Sacramento Chocolate Salon, Seattle Chocolate Salon and International Chocolate Salon are produced by TasteTV, which originally created the first Chocolate Salon event in San Francisco in 2007, inspired by its cultural cookbook on chocolate, entitled...
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Results from 1st Annual Awards for Best Ruby Chocolate Announced

Results from 1st Annual Awards for Best Ruby Chocolate Announced

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THE BEST RUBY CHOCOLATES 1st Annual Ruby Chocolate Awards: We are proud to present the results of the 1st Annual RUBY CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 1st Annual RUBY 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.   GOLD MEDAL CHOCOLATE Delysia Chocolatier Merlot Cherry Ruby Chocolate Truffles Toute Douceur Candy Ginger Currant Truffle CREATOR DESCRIPTION Merlot cherries cream ruby chocolate truffle. Merlot infused into ruby chocolate, blended with mascarpone cheese, studded with dried cherries. CREATOR DESCRIPTION Ginger currant truffles made with fair trade ruby chocolate.   SILVER MEDAL CHOCOLATE Panache Chocolatier...
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Valentine’s Chocolate AWARDS – Entries Close December 31st

Valentine’s Chocolate AWARDS – Entries Close December 31st

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  The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce the following Chocolatier and Confection awards competition and event updates: Chocolate Valentine Competition This competition is for chocolates that are designed, packaged or branded for celebration and sales specifically during the Valentine’s Day Holiday. Entries will be reviewed by a panel consisting of marketing experts, chocolate and food media, and retail buyers. For educational, promotional and improvement purposes, all entrants will receive copies of any and all comments about their products and branding shared by the judges. Registration Now Open Annual Valentine’s Creations, Marketing & Branding Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: December Dec. 31, 2021 Product Submission Deadline: January 7, 2022 : REGISTER HERE : This competition is for chocolates that are designed, packaged or branded for celebration and sales specifically during the Valentine’s Day Holiday. REACH NEW MARKETS, NEW PEOPLE, NEW CLIENTS & NEW PARTNERS; LAUNCH NEW PRODUCTS AND MEET NEW PRESS...
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Retail Window Stickers now available for International Chocolate Salon Award Winners

Retail Window Stickers now available for International Chocolate Salon Award Winners

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WINDOW STICKERS: "AWARD WINNER" The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce that in support of our small and artisan businesses, Award Winner Window Stickers are now available. Announce to friends, clients, partners and the media your status as an International Chocolate Salon Award Winner this year or previously. Order or to See details visit here  ...
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Chocolate Salon Panel: The Dark Arts, Why You Should Love Dark Chocolate

Chocolate Salon Panel: The Dark Arts, Why You Should Love Dark Chocolate

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Dark Chocolate not only tastes great, it is also great for your body, mind, love life, and weight. Among chocolate lovers, dark chocolate is a well kept secret. It is the top of the top, the best of the best, and comes with very little sugar added. Recent studies have found that has an incredible intensity of flavor, and you can eat a modest amount regularly and it will improve your appetite and mental clarity. Dark Chocolate not only tastes great, it is also great for your body, mind, love life, and weight. In this panel of chocolatiers, chocolate gurus, and wellness experts, you'll hear why you should have no "Defense Against the Dark Arts" (a Harry Potter reference) when it comes to dark chocolate. And of course, you'll hear about what is some of the best artisan dark chocolate you can find, and should eat every day. RSVP Here for this Free Online Panel, September 21, 11am-12:15pm PST PANELISTS Karen Neugebauer, Owner & Master Chocolatier: Forte...
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