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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2021 Awards for Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America Announced

2021 Awards for Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America Announced

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...
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April Registration Deadlines for 2021 Toffee and White Chocolate Awards

April Registration Deadlines for 2021 Toffee and White Chocolate Awards

The International Chocolate Salon is pleased to announce that Entry Registration is now open for 2021 Best Toffee and Best White Chocolate award competitions. April registration deadlines are: BEST WHITE CHOCOLATE Annual White Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: April 30, 2021 Product Submission Deadline: May 7, 2021 : REGISTER HERE TOP TOFFEE Annual Toffee Chocolate Salon Competition Registration Deadline: April 30, 2021 (Expanded by Request to Allow Additional Entries) Product Submission Deadline: May 7, 2021 : REGISTER HERE To see the full schedule of registration deadlines and product submission deadlines, visit the awards competition page here. REACH NEW MARKETS, NEW PEOPLE, NEW CLIENTS & NEW PARTNERS; LAUNCH NEW PRODUCTS AND MEET NEW PRESS...
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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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The Best Caramels of 2020 Announced

The Best Caramels of 2020 Announced

We are proud to present the results of the 2020 CARAMEL AWARDS Competition. The International Chocolate Salon Awards for the 2020 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 Hot Chocolat Vanilla Bean Caramel with Spicy Pecans SILVER Banyan Tree Chocolate Miss Betsy Baetz Chocolates Raspberry-Rose BRONZE Tandem Chocolates Blood Orange Caramel HONORABLE MENTION CocoTutti Chocolates 4 Roses Whiskey in Caramel Baetz Chocolates Black Magic Best Ingredient Combinations GOLD Panache Chocolatier Black Pepper Pistachio Carame SILVER Sweet Jules Gifts Farm Apple Spice Caramel Tandem Chocolates Blood Orange Caramel Dolce Lusso Confections Pecan Duet Caramel Jonboy caramels Absinthe with Black Salt Caramels CocoTutti Chocolates 4 Roses...
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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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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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Chocolate Salon Launches Press Release Promotion with Cision’s PRWeb

Chocolate Salon Launches Press Release Promotion with Cision’s PRWeb

FOR PRESS RELEASES AND IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS Cision has created a special press release package in honor of the TasteTV events, partners, awards, and fans so that you can economically announce any of your achievements or partnerships. THIS OFFER IS AVAILABLE TO ALL CHOCOLATE SALON PARTICIPANTS. For your Press and News Releases, take advantage of select Cision Distribution by PRWeboptions at 15% off and no annual membership fee. Are You an Award winner or finalist? Let the World Know via PRWeb! Everyone is invited. This 15% discount applies to any Basic, Advanced, or Premium press release distribution through PR Web. To enjoy this promotion, new users should go to this PRWeb site to register, then login at app.prweb.com, and enter: Promo code (15% OFF): TASTE2021 If you are an existing PRWeb customer, you can login as usual at https://app.prweb.com/Login.aspx and then use the TASTE2021 promo code.  ...
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