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On January 15, the Fine Chocolate Industry Association hosted its 2011 Winter Event in San Francisco prior to the opening of the Winter Fancy Food Show. Nine industry leaders were recognized for their dedication: John Scharffenberger and Larry Burdick (Lifetime Achievement), Chantal Coady, Elaine Gonzalez and Pam Williams (Outstanding Service to the Industry), Michael Recchiuti (Outstanding Fine Chocolatier) and Art Pollard, Michel Cluizel and Steve DeVries (Outstanding Fine Chocolate Maker). Highlights from a panel discussion on innovation and trends in the fine chocolate segment. Panelists included Pierre Cantrel, Sales Director at Valrhona; Paul Edward, owner of Chef Rubber; Luc Imberechts, (more…)