Winning entries received the most votes from the panel of judges, which included national and regional magazines, newspaper and blog editors, topic experts, local chefs and food gurus.

These limited-edition chocolate bars are made in collaboration with acclaimed Boston-based brands, George Howell and Boston Harbor Distillery.

Seattle Chocolate Co. has launched three springtime chocolate bars sure to put a spring in any chocolate lover’s step.

TCHO Chocolate has introduced two chocolate bar collections that allow gifters to show their special someone — or their best gal pals — some love. 

Fazer Confectionery is removing milk fat from the recipe of its Fazer Pure Dark chocolate to better serve vegan consumers.