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Best Ontarian Chocolate Producers
Soma Chocolatemaker is located in Toronto and focuses on crafting small-batch fine chocolate from beans sourced directly from growers. The company experiments with a variety of beans from different regions, producing unique chocolate bars, truffles, gelato, and other confections.
Soma also roasts and winnows their cacao beans on-site at their facilities in the Distillery District and King Street.
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Gold
2018, 2017, 2015
Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2018, 2017
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
BEST Soma Chocolatemaker Chocolates
Hummingbird Chocolate is an award-winning chocolate maker based in Almonte, Ontario, Canada, founded by Erica and Drew Gilmour. The company began as a small operation in 2011, inspired by the couple's experiences with cocoa during humanitarian work in West Africa.
Hummingbird Chocolate has received numerous accolades for its bars, including the prestigious Golden Bean award at the Academy of Chocolate Awards in London. The company sources its cocoa beans from various regions including the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Guatemala, and Haiti, focusing on fair trade practices and sustainability.
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2023, 2021, 2020, 2018, 2017, 2016
Academy of Chocolate - Golden Bean
2016
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2023, 2020, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
BEST Hummingbird Chocolate Chocolates
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2023
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2023, 2022
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2023, 2018, 2017
BEST Mellis Chocolate Chocolates
DesBarres Chocolate is a craft chocolate producer based in Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada. They are committed to direct trade and ethical sourcing practices, ensuring they use only high-quality cacao beans. Their chocolate-making process involves minimal processing to retain the natural flavors and characteristics of the cacao.
DesBarres Chocolate offers a range of single-origin bars and unique chocolate products.
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2021, 2020, 2019
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2022
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2017
BEST DesBarres Chocolate Chocolates
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2023
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2023
Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2024
BEST The Organic House Chocolates
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2019
BEST Centre and Main Chocolate Chocolates
Mac's Chocolate is an artisanal chocolatier and bakery located in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. They specialize in bean-to-bar chocolates, handcrafted pastries, and a variety of baked goods. Their offerings include donuts, cakes, pies, viennoiseries, and viennoiserie-style pastries.
Committed to quality, they use organic cacao beans sourced from the Dominican Republic and Peru, ensuring fair trade practices.
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2024, 2022
Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2024, 2022
BEST Mac's Chocolate Chocolates
Guild Chocolates is a chocolate producer based in Ontario, Canada. They specialize in artisanal chocolates, focusing on high-quality ingredients and unique flavor combinations. The company sources ethically traded cocoa and emphasizes sustainable practices in their production process.
Guild Chocolates offers a range of products including truffles, bars, and seasonal specialties.
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2023, 2020
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2020
BEST Guild Chocolates Chocolates
Onyx Chocolates, located in Toronto, is known for producing handcrafted, small-batch chocolates using organic and ethically sourced ingredients. They offer a variety of unique flavors and often incorporate local and seasonal ingredients into their products.
The company also emphasizes sustainable practices in both their sourcing and packaging.
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2019
BEST Onyx Chocolates Chocolates
David H. Chow Chocolates & Confections is a Toronto-based company specializing in chocolates, confections, and desserts. The company is known for its unique and high-quality artisanal products, blending fine ingredients with innovative culinary techniques.
David H. Chow, the founder, is a professional pastry chef and chocolatier.
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Bronze
2016
BEST David H. Chow Chocolates & Confections Chocolates
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