The Best Chocolate Bars of 2022 and Awards Winners Announced

The Best Chocolate Bars of 2022 and Awards Winners Announced

We are proud to present the results of the 2022 CHOCOLATE BAR AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2022 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. 2022 CHOCOLATE BAR AWARD RESULTS   Best Ingredient Combinations   GOLD Codinha Chocolate LLC OMG Bar SILVER Kokak Chocolates Nuts About Cherries Dark Chocolate Bar BRONZE Coco Jolie Hazelnut Latte Bar Panache Chocolatier Spiced Caramel Peanut Bar Ratza Chocolate Pina Colada Coco Jolie Mojito Bar Codinha Chocolate LLC Tiger Bar HONORABLE MENTION Beth's Chocolate Salt 'n' Pepper Bar Best Taste   GOLD Codinha Chocolate LLC OMG Bar SILVER Delysia Chocolatier Caffeinated brown butter toffee bark BRONZE Kokak Chocolates Nuts...
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The Best Vegan Chocolate of 2022 and Awards Winners Announced

The Best Vegan Chocolate of 2022 and Awards Winners Announced

We are proud to present the results of the 2022 VEGAN CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2022 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. 2022 VEGAN CHOCOLATE AWARD RESULTS   Best Ingredient Combinations GOLD Amano Chocolate Citrus Mélange À Trois Codinha Chocolate LLC Vegan Fruit and Nut Bar SILVER Suadella Chocolatier LLC 4 oz assortment BRONZE Coco Jolie Chocolate Bonbon Collection Cocoa Community Confections Inc. Black Currrant Pomegranate Quince Delysia Chocolatier Indian flair - mango garam masala, chai ginger cardamom Sonoma Chocolatiers Peanut Butter Bliss Sonoma Chocolatiers Almond Hazelnut Nosh Treat Dreams Lamington bar Treat...
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The Best White Chocolate of 2022 and Awards Winners Announced

The Best White Chocolate of 2022 and Awards Winners Announced

We are proud to present the results of the 2022 WHITE CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2022 WHITE 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 Product Stickers, Award Winner lapel pin), as well as use Custom Award Certificates, and logo award merchandise. 2022 WHITE CHOCOLATE AWARD RESULTS   Best Ingredient Combinations GOLD Delysia Chocolatier Tropical Dalton Coffee Chocolate Truffle Sampler Delysia Chocolatier Meghi Chocolate Truffle Sampler Yeti Chocolates Pride Bonbon SILVER Michael's Chocolates Strawberry Cheesecake Panache Chocolatier Tupelo Berry Truffle BRONZE Codinha Chocolate LLC Yuzu Pineapple Cardamom Praline Bonbon Laurie's Chocolates Lemon Raspberry Bark HONORABLE MENTION Kokak Chocolates Pistachio Rose White Chocolate Love Bar Panache Chocolatier Careza Limon Truffle Robinson...
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The Best Toffee of 2022 and Awards Winners Announced

The Best Toffee of 2022 and Awards Winners Announced

We are proud to present the results of the 2022 TOFFEE AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2022 TOFFEE 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 Product Stickers, Award Winner lapel pin), as well as use Custom Award Certificates, and logo award merchandise. 2022 TOFFEE AWARD RESULTS   Best Ingredient Combinations GOLD Robinson Soft Brittle Nutty Irishman Toffee SILVER Belle Toffee Bourbon Pecan Toffee in Gold Chocolate Stella's Confectionery Door County Cherry and Toasted Almond Toffee Stella's Confectionery Cranberry, Orange and Walnut Toffee BRONZE Belle Toffee Roasted Hazelnut Espresso Toffee in Dark Chocolate The Toffee Merchant Sicilian Orange Blossom HONORABLE MENTION CRAFIAN Artisanal Toffee Dark Chocolate Salted Almond CRAFIAN Artisanal Toffee Coconut...
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The Best Spicy Chocolate of 2022 and Awards Winners Announced

The Best Spicy Chocolate of 2022 and Awards Winners Announced

We are proud to present the results of the 2022 SPICY CHOCOLATE AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2022 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. 2022 SPICY CHOCOLATE AWARD RESULTS   Best Ingredient Combinations GOLD Delysia Chocolatier Ancient Spice Trade Collection SILVER Amano Chocolate Mango Chili Delysia Chocolatier Deconstructed Spice BRONZE Kokak Chocolates Umami White Chocolate Bar Panache Chocolatier Apricot Datil Pepper Truffle HONORABLE MENTION CocoTutti Chocolate "Hot" Chocolate Delysia Chocolatier 3 Pack Spicy Chocolate Barks - Mexican hot chocolate, Chilean spiced gold chocolate, Ghost pepper chocolate Sonoma Chocolatiers Mexican Hot Chocolate Truffle Sonoma Chocolatiers Spiced...
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Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON Returns in September 2022

Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON Returns in September 2022

Great news, after a two year hiatus, the 14th Annual Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON returns on September 25, 2022! 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: September 25, 2022 10:00am – 3:30pm Where: The Pasadena Center 300 Green Street Pasadena, CA 91109 www.LAChocolateSalon.com  ...
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May 27th Entry Deadline for 2022 Bar, Vegan, and Spicy Chocolate Awards

May 27th Entry Deadline for 2022 Bar, Vegan, and Spicy Chocolate Awards

The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce that Entry Registration is open through May 27th for 2022 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 27, 2022 Product Submission Deadline: June 3, 2022 : REGISTER HERE   BEST VEGAN CHOCOLATE   Annual Vegan Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: May 27, 2022 Product Submission Deadline: June 3, 2022 : 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 27, 2022 Product Submission Deadline: June 3, 2022 : REGISTER HERE : DETAILS HERE: This competition is for chocolates with a bit of heat, from spices such as curry, cayenne, jalapeno, and more.   ...
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Chocolate Salon Panel: Ace! What’s Hot in the Australian Chocolate Scene – March 15th/16th

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

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 ...
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