OCTOBER 13th: Join us for the Wine & Chocolate CRUISE on San Francisco Bay. The Final Cruise for 2018
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.
The Gourmet Food, Wine & Chocolate Cruise is Limited to a lucky 130 attendees.
♥ RESERVE YOUR SPACE AND TICKETS HERE
VIDEO FROM THE FIRST CRUISE
https://vimeo.com/197132521
TICKETS
Must be over 21 years of age.
$50/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.
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2018 Chocolate Awards
ICS Registration Deadlines Update
Truffle Artistry close October 31st |
Hot Drinking Chocolate Nov. 18th |
Chocolate Valentine Dec. 28th |
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)
- Hot Cocoa and Drinking Chocolate Awards (November 18th)
- Chocolate Valentine Awards (December 28th)
- Asian Flavors (New, TBA)
- Bridal Chocolate (Dates TBA)
To ENTER OR LEARN MORE, go to the Awards Registration page...
We are proud to present the results of the 2018 CARAMEL AWARDS Competition.
The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2018 CARAMEL 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 Caramel Exterior Design
GOLD
Bella Sophia Chocolates Old Fashion Salted Butter Caramel
SILVER
Tandem Chocolates Hawaiian Caramel
BRONZE
GerDan Chocolates Afternoon Tea
Tandem Chocolates Chai Caramel
HONORABLE MENTION
Cocoa Rome Chocolate Company
Delysia Chocolatier Butterscotch caramel hazelnut white chocolate truffle
GerDan Chocolates Dan
The Chocolate Fetish Milk Cashew Frog
Best Ingredient Combinations
GOLD
Tandem Chocolates Hawaiian Caramel
Sweet Alchemy Balsamic Fig Caramel
SILVER
GerDan Chocolates Afternoon...
We are proud to present the results of the 2018 CHOCOLATE BAR AWARDS Competition.
The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2018 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
DAGOBA Organic Chocolate 37% CACAO GINGER LIME MILK CHOCOLATE BAR
SILVER
Chocolate Visions Sweet Alchemy Lemon/Almond Bar
BRONZE
Delysia Chocolatier Tropical chocolate bark: dark chocolate blended with almonds, tropical fruit, citrus zest, spices, and hibiscus leaves
Ticket Chocolate Cranberry Pecan Chocolate Bark with Sea Salt
Best Taste
GOLD
Chocolate Visions Sweet Alchemy Lemon/Almond Bar
SILVER
The Oakland Chocolate...
We are proud to present the results of the 2018 VEGAN CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition.
The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2018 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.
Best Ingredient Combinations
GOLD
Ex Voto Chocolates and Confections Vegan Passion Fruit in 61% Dark Chocolate Hand Painted Bonbon
SILVER
CocoTutti Chocolates Pink Peppercorn, Dried Cherry, Cashew Chocolate Bark
Delysia Chocolatier Wheatgrass chocolate truffles: dark chocolate infused with wheatgrass, chia and sunflower seeds, then studded with dried apples
BRONZE
Chocolate Calling Chocolate Crunch Bar
Chocolate Calling Peanut Butter Cups
Best...
We are proud to present the results of the 2018 SPICY CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition.
The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2018 SPICY 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.
Best Ingredient Combinations
GOLD
Charlotte Truffles Mango con habanero
CocoTutti Chocolates Ginger Caramel with Thai Chili Peanuts
Delysia Chocolatier Spicy avocado chocolate truffle
SILVER
Bella Sophia Chocolates Gianduja Ghost Bites
Bella Sophia Chocolates Chipotle Smoked Honey Pecan
Chip in a Bottle Biryani Chocolate
Chip in a Bottle Coconut Caramel Sambal
chocoMe chocoMe Entree F116 Dark Chocolate with...
“I Am an Award Winning Chocolatier” Tote bag has been added to the Chocolate Salon merchandise for chocolatiers and confectioners. Perfect for carrying small samples or documents.
A roomy tote bag with a square bottom that’ll hold whatever you need to carry.
• 100% cotton canvas
• Dimensions: 14 ¾” x 14 ¾”
• Dual 22” handles
• Reinforced bottom
See more here....
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2018 Chocolate Awards
ICS Registration Deadlines Update
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 CARAMELS
Annual Caramel
Chocolate Salon Competition
Registration Deadline:
June 18, 2018
Product Submission Deadline:
June 22, 2018
: REGISTER HERE
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See 2016 Winners
See 2015 Winners
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