Seattle Chocolate Salon – New Products to Watch

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NEW PRODUCTS TO WATCH at the May 5th Seattle Chocolate Salon:Taza - 87% bar - The darkest chocolate they make. Nutty, floral, and incredibly intense, this is the only American chocolate crafted from cacao grown by the Bolivian cooperative CIAAB (Central Integral Agroecologica de Alto Beni). A singular, profound cacao experience. 100% USDA certified organic.CocoTutti -Tea infusions: Assam, Rooibos and Yunnan - richly flavored, colorful chocolates featuring teas from India, South Africa and China. These recipes were developed over a 3 month period for launch in Seattle.Blood Orange and, separately, Strawberry - Two bon bons that each contain their housemade marmalades and jams.The Chocolate Shop - Sparkling Chocolate Wine - Chocolate Shop wine made in a delicious champagne styleForte Chocolates - Caramel with Rosemary and Orange and Chipotle Caramel with OrangeGusto Chocolates - All new product line - All of the Gusto bars are new to the salon. Gusto is a new division of Forte Chocolates focusing on the savory...
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SF Chocolate Salon – New Products to Watch in 2013

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EXCITING NEW PRODUCTS TO WATCH at The SF Chocolate Salon on March 24th:Socola Chocolatier - Vegan Kheer Truffles - Made with dark chocolate, coconut milk, cardamom, almond, pistachio, raisins and rose water.Almanac Beer - "Biere de Chocolat" - Made in conjunction with Dandelion Chocolate.Wilson Creek Winery - Almond ChampagneFGR - New Hazelnut Dragee - Italian hazelnuts caramelized with milk chocolate made of a mix of Domori white chocolate and Nocciola Tonda Gentile Delle LangheThe Bread Project - Tcho Chocolate Babka - A modern twist on this time tested Eastern European cult favorite by adding in candied orange zest, shrunk the babka, placed it lovingly in a tulip cup and voila, "the baby babka" was born.Nosh This - Honey-Walnut Fleur de Sel Caramel - Enrobed in 72% chocolate and made with Bay Area Bee Company honey and organic walnutsMarco Paolo Chocolates - Coconut Nectar Brittle Bark - Luscious brittle made with coconut nectar, coconut cream, and shredded coconut covered in dark chocolate...
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San Francisco CHOCOLATE SALON 2013 Participants

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The San Francisco CHOCOLATE SALON is on March 24, 2013.  Featuring the "BEST OF THE "BEST" selected and curated by the Organizers, the 7th Annual San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON participants include over 40 master chocolatiers, confectioners, wineries and other culinary artisans such as: Amano Artisan Chocolates, CocoTutti, Taza Chocolate, Butterfly Brittle, FGR, Marco Paolo Chocolates, Jade Chocolates, Socola Chocolatier, Clarine's Florentines, Casa De Chocolates, Smitten Artisan Truffles, Nosh This, Amella Caramels, Sixth Course Artisan Confections, William Dean Chocolates, Kallari Organic Dark Chocolate from Ecuador, Toffee Talk, Rachel Dunn Chocolates, the TeaRoom chocolates, Guittard Chocolate Company, Poco Dolce, Plumeria Flours - cookies & confections, Landru Chocolates, Toffeeology, Neo Cocoa, Marich Confectionery, Saratoga Chocolates, Mission Blue Confections, Snake & Butterfly, Quail Point Chocolates, Kika's Treats, Fab Delights Chocolate Truffles, NEWTREE Gourmet Chocolate Bars, Charles Chocolates, Friend in Cheeses Jam Company, Earthbody, Farm Fresh To You, SpringLoaf Catering & Event Planning, the Bread Project, the Winery SF, Quady Winery, R&B Cellars, Jerk'NPickle artisan beef...
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San Francisco Chocolate Salon Presenters

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The premier chocolate show on the West Coast, the 7th Annual San Francisco International CHOCOLATE SALON, has the pleasure of announcing this year's lineup of chocolate, food and lifestyle gurus speaking at this year's event on March 24, 2013.The SF Chocolate Salon is the highlight of SF CHOCOLATE WEEK events, promos and specials at restaurants and shops around the Bay Area.Salon speaker topics range from Pairing Chocolate and Wine, Where Fine Quality Chocolate comes from, and The Story of Chocolate in France, to Chocolate Scented Orchids and Vanilla Bean Vines, Marcia Gagliardi's Picks on SF's Best Chocolate Desserts, and Chocolate and Pilates.Some of the speakers for this year include:Leslie Sbrocco, TV Host, Author, KQED "Check Please" and Thirsty Girl TVMarcia Gagliardi, Author, Writer, Tablehopper.com, KGO Radio, "The Tablehopper's Guide to Dining and Drinking in SF"Art Pollard, Award Winning Master Chocolatier, Amano Artisan ChocolateStephen Durfee, Author, CEPC, Culinary Institute of America, "World Chocolate Masters", TLC, Bocuse d'OrOTHER SPEAKERS:Kathy Wiley, Poco DolceGary...
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San Francisco Chocolate Salon, 7th Annual

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The 7th Annual San Francisco International Chocolate Salon is on March 24th, and the current lineup includes over 40 master chocolatiers, confectioners, wineries and other culinary artisans such as:Amano Artisan Chocolates, CocoTutti, Taza Chocolate, Butterfly Brittle, Emporio Rulli, Marco Paolo Chocolates, Jade Chocolates, Socola Chocolatier, Clarine's Florentines, Artisan Confections, Casa De Chocolates, Smitten Artisan Truffles, Nosh This, Arrowhead Chocolates, Sixth Course Artisan Confections, William Dean Chocolates, Kallari Organic Dark Chocolate from Ecuador, Rachel Dunn Chocolates, the TeaRoom chocolates, Earthbody, Farm Fresh To You, SpringLoaf Catering & Event Planning, the Winery SF, Quady Winery, Jerk'NPickle artisan beef jerky, Vibrant Rioja wines from Spain, and more.For more information: www.SFChocolateSalon.comTasteTV Events include: The San Francisco International Chocolate SalonThe Los Angeles Luxury Chocolate SalonThe Chicago Chocolate SalonThe Seattle Luxury Chocolate SalonThe TASTE AWARDSFollow us on Facebook TasteTV and TasteTV.com Chocolate News Updates...
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Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON, 6th Annual on Sept. 23rd

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Chocolate lovers, en garde! The premier major chocolate show in the Los Angeles area this millenium takes place at the 6th Annual Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON on Sunday, September 23rd, 2012.Chocolate aficionados, fanatics, lovers and addicts can taste & experience the finest in artisan, gourmet & premium chocolate in one of the world's great culinary metropolitan areas.- NEW LOCATION -This year's event moves from Pasadena to its new venue in Santa Monica, minutes from the ocean, restaurants, lounges and upscale boutiques.- LIMITED TICKETS -Limited Tickets Available - Online Only.http://www.lachocolatesalon.comCelebrating its anniversary, the 2012 Sixth Annual Los Angeles Luxury CHOCOLATE SALON participants include chocolatiers, confectioners, and other culinary artisans, such as Amano Artisan Chocolate, Mignon Chocolate, Amella, The TeaRoom Chocolate Company, Marti Chocolatt, Butterfly Brittle, Marco Paolo Chocolates, DEUVO Gourmet Sweets, Gourmet Blends, Meetup.com, TasteTV, Chocolate Television, and more.Salon highlights features chocolatiers, confectioners and other culinary artisans, with chocolate tasting, demonstrations, chef & author talks, wine tasting and ongoing interviews by...
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Seattle Chocolate Salon on May 6th

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The 5th Annual Seattle CHOCOLATE SALON, the premier artisan and premium chocolate event in the Northwest, returns this year on May 6th.Organized by TasteTV, the full-day Chocolate Salon presents new flavors, textures, combinations, and imagination to tantalize attendee tastebuds. The Salon takes place at Seattle's beautifully located Bell Harbor Conference Center.Featured Wine:Precept Wine ("Chocolate Shop Red Wine", "Chocolate Strawberry" and "Crème de Cocoa") and Slo Down Wines ("Sexual Chocolate 2010")Featured Chocolatiers and Confectioners:Amano Artisan Chocolate, Intrigue Chocolates, Forte Chocolates, La Chatelaine Chocolat Co., CocoTutti, Taza Chocolate, Theo Chocolate, The TeaRoom Chocolate Company, Smitten Truffles, Monterey Chocolate Company, MDP Signature Chocolates, Pacari Chocolate, and more. www.SeattleChocolateSalon.comTasteTV Events include: The San Francisco International Chocolate SalonThe Los Angeles Chocolate SalonThe Chicago Chocolate SalonThe Seattle Chocolate SalonTasteTV and TasteTV.com Chocolate News Updates...
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