The Chocolate Fetish received the highest ranking any chocolate maker can hope for at the Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America Awards, a national competition conducted yearly by the International Chocolate Salon and Taste TV. A longtime fixture of downtown Asheville, the Chocolate Fetish was awarded 6 stars and received the ranking of Grand Master Chocolatier (the highest possible) and is now ranked in the top 18 “Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America 2015.”
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The Chocolate Fetish® Receives Grand Master Chocolatier Award
Asheville, NC –March 16, 2015 – The Chocolate Fetish® was awarded 6 stars and received the ranking of Grand Master Chocolatier in a national competition conducted by The International Chocolate Salon and Taste TV. The Chocolate Fetish is now ranked in the top 18 “Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America 2015.” This is the third consecutive year The Chocolate Fetish has been ranked among the Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America, previously receiving a 4 star rating in 2013 and 2014.
The International Chocolate Salon and Taste TV host regional chocolate themed events as well as category specific competitions. The prestigious Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners Awards are based on the combined total number of Gold and Silver Awards received by each entrant in The International Chocolate Salon’s events throughout the year.
The Chocolate Fetish won numerous awards in the International Chocolate Salon’s category specific competitions including Gold Awards for ‘Best Taste and Flavor’ for their After Midnight Truffle™ and Dragon’s Sigh Truffle™ in the Truffle Artistry Competition. As well as a Silver Award for ‘Best Ingredient Combinations’ for their Midsummer’s Dream Truffle™ in the White Chocolate Competition. The Chocolate Fetish was also awarded 3 additional Gold Awards, 8 additional Silver Awards, 11 Bronze Awards and 2 Honorable Mentions in a range of categories from ‘Best in Salon’ to ‘Most Artistic Designs’.
“We are a family owned independent business and proud to have been part of Asheville since 1986. We are especially pleased to receive this award as we prepare to celebrate our 30th anniversary in Asheville.” Says Elizabeth Foley, chocolatier and general manager of The Chocolate Fetish. “I’m delighted to again receive this prestigious award on behalf of our dedicated employees and thanks to our loyal customers.”
The International Chocolate Salon and Taste TV competitions are judged by panels of experts in the industry including national and regional magazine, newspaper and blog editors, plus topic experts, experienced chefs and food and lifestyle gurus. Each competition includes a panel of 12 judges that taste and score each chocolate in a variety of categories. One judge wrote, “Love, love all The Chocolate Fetish truffles. Such fresh ingredients, blend so well together.”
The Chocolate Fetish is known for its premium American and European style handcrafted artisan chocolates. They use only the finest ingredients and make all their chocolates in small batches to ensure maximum freshness. To experience all of the delicious chocolates that The Chocolate Fetish has to offer, order online at www.chocolatefetish.com or stop by the 36 Haywood Street store in downtown Asheville. Enjoy and Give the Best™
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