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

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

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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Registration Open for 2021 Caramel, Sugar-Free and Drinking Chocolate Awards

Registration Open for 2021 Caramel, Sugar-Free and Drinking Chocolate Awards

The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce that Entry Registration is now open for 2021 Best Caramels, Sugar-Free Chocolate, and Drinking Chocolate. Registration deadlines are: TOP CARAMELS Annual Caramel Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: October 15, 2021 Product Submission Deadline: November 5, 2021 : REGISTER HERE 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. NEW 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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May 26th Entry Deadline for 2021 Bar, Vegan, and Spicy Chocolate Awards

May 26th Entry Deadline for 2021 Bar, Vegan, and Spicy Chocolate Awards

The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce that Entry Registration is open through May 26th for 2021 Best Chocolate Bars, Vegan Chocolate, and Spicy Chocolate. (Limited Entry Spaces Remain) Registration deadlines are: TOP CHOCOLATE BAR Annual Chocolate Bar Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: May 26, 2021 Product Submission Deadline: June 4, 2021 : REGISTER HERE BEST VEGAN CHOCOLATE Annual Vegan Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: May 26, 2021 Product Submission Deadline: June 4, 2021 : REGISTER HERE : DETAILS HERE: This competition is for chocolates that are 100% Vegan, with no animal products or by products included. BEST SPICY CHOCOLATE Annual "Spicy" Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: May 26, 2021 Product Submission Deadline: June 4, 2021 : REGISTER HERE   ...
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The Best Valentine’s Day Chocolates of the Year Awards

The Best Valentine’s Day Chocolates of the Year Awards

THE BEST CHOCOLATES FOR VALENTINE'S DAY 4th Annual Valentine's Chocolate Awards: We are proud to present the results of the 4th Annual VALENTINE’S CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 4th 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.   GOLD MEDAL CHOCOLATE Baetz Chocolates "Hearts on Fire" Panache Chocolatier Unforgettable Chocolate Box SELEUSS Chocolates EROS Collection: Rosa Mundi Truffle, Orange Blossom Truffle, Raspberry and Cream Truffle   SILVER MEDAL CHOCOLATE Cocoa Tree Chocolates Sweetheart Box Delysia Chocolatier Boutique of Chocolates: Orange Blossom Truffle, Texas Wildflower Truffle, Raspberry Hibiscus Truffle, Honey Lavender...
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Awards for the Best Hot Cocoa, the Best Hot Chocolate, and the Best Drinking Chocolate of the Year

Awards for the Best Hot Cocoa, the Best Hot Chocolate, and the Best Drinking Chocolate of the Year

7th Annual Hot Chocolate Awards We are proud to present the results of the 7th Annual HOT CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 7th 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.   BEST TASTE GOLD Beaumont Cocoa Hot Cocoa Mix with Marshmallows SILVER Wildwood Chocolate Mexican Style Drinking Chocolate BRONZE Delysia Chocolatier Peppermint Drinking Chocolate   BEST TEXTURE GOLD Wildwood Chocolate Mexican Style Drinking Chocolate SILVER Beaumont Cocoa Hot Cocoa Mix with Marshmallows Beaumont Cocoa Hot Cocoa Mix BRONZE CocoTutti Chocolates 72% Dark with Vanilla Bean Hot Cocoa   MOST UNIQUE GOLD SELEUSS Chocolates DUCHESS 53% Haute Chocolate...
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Chocolate VALENTINE AWARDS – Entries Close December 31st

Chocolate VALENTINE AWARDS – Entries Close December 31st

TasteTV and the International Chocolate Salon are 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, 2020 Product Submission Deadline: January 8, 2021 : 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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Best Hot Cocoa and Drinking Chocolate Awards Registration Closes November 17th

Best Hot Cocoa and Drinking Chocolate Awards Registration Closes November 17th

The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce that Entry Registration is open through November 17th for 2020 Best Drinking Chocolate & Hot Cocoa Awards Competition. (Limited Entry Spaces Remain) SUBMISSION RULES Submissions are sent for a tasting panel of 10 judges. Registration must be complete by the deadline, and physical entries shipped to the Organizers in San Francisco by the final receipt date (address information is included in registration confirmation) Chocolatier and Confectioner event attendance is NOT required to participate in the above Juried Awards Competition.  Chocolatiers and Confectioners do NOT need to be physically located in a region to enter an awards competition.   SUBMIT HOT CHOCOLATE ENTRIES Annual Luxury Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: November 17, 2020 Product Submission Deadline: November 20, 2020 : REGISTER HERE ...
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Top Chocolate Bars of 2020 Announced

Top Chocolate Bars of 2020 Announced

We are proud to present the results of the 2020 CHOCOLATE BAR AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2020 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. Best Ingredient Combinations   GOLD Michael's Chocolates Bourbon Caramel Pecan Barre SILVER Delysia Chocolatier Wine & Cherries Chocolate Bark Good Good Chocolates Philly Bar Wildwood Chocolate Honey Cardamom Caramel BRONZE Baetz Chocolates Return of the Bison Calgary ChocoSweeats Factorie Ginger Orange Turmeric Best Taste   GOLD Michael's Chocolates Bourbon Caramel Pecan Barre SILVER Panache Chocolatier Columbian Gold Bar BRONZE Wildwood Chocolate Honey Cardamom Caramel Best Texture   GOLD Michael's Chocolates Bourbon Caramel Pecan Barre SILVER Moser Roth Toffee Chocolate (Aldi) Michael's...
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