WORD’S OUT ABOUT VANCOUVER’S OWN THOMAS HAAS CHOCOLATES
One of America’s trade industry publications, Dessert Professional*, honours a distinguished group of chocolatiers from the New World in its inaugural list of Top Ten Chocolatiers. Canada’s one and only recipient includes Vancouver’s Thomas Haas of Thomas Haas Fine Chocolates & Patisserie whose signature handmade confections are renowned for their artisanry and uncompromising quality.
Fellow top ten chocolatiers include:
Jacques Torres, Jacques Torres Chocolate (New York, NY), Michael Recchiuti, Recchiuti Confections (San Francisco, CA), Andrew Shotts, Garrison Confections (Providence, RI), Jeff Shepherd, Lillie Belle Farms (Central Point, OR), Julian Rose, Moonstruck Chocolate (Portland, OR), Norman Love, Norman Love Confections (Ft. Meyers, FL), Patrick Coston, 2 Chicks With Chocolate (Parlin, NJ), Markus Candinas, Candinas Chocolatier (Verona, WI) and Jin Caldwell, Mars Retail Group (Las Vegas, NV).
These talented artisans were recently recognized at an awards ceremony held during the 12th Annual New York Chocolate Show and will be featured in the December 2009 issue of Dessert Professional magazine.
*Dessert Professional is the new and combined face of the former Chocolatier, Pastry Art & Design and Frozen Dessert magazines.
| Dessert Professional magazine’s Top Ten Chocolatiers come from a myriad of successful paths. With roots stemming from classical training at culinary academies, self taught backgrounds or affiliations with small to large companies, these chocolatiers are honoured for their “confectionery craft” and contributions that “have elevated the chocolate industry.” – Matthew Stevens, Dessert Professional”We’re very grateful to be recognized for our passion for chocolate,” says Thomas Haas. “These accolades would not be possible without a dedicated team of professionals who have contributed to our success throughout the years. I share this award with my very own top team.”
Media interviews, kitchen tours and photo opportunities with Thomas can be arranged upon request. KITSILANO LOCATION OPENS!Thomas Haas Fine Chocolates & Patisserie unveils its newest location in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighbourhood. The second storefront on West Broadway is another jewel box created by designer, Marc Bricault and Thomas Haas. Drop by either location for breakfast, lunch or just a cappuccino or two. |
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