This year's event was bigger and better than ever before, with twice as many vendors.

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Death by Chocolate 2026 was a huge success.

We even heard attendees already planning to come back for the 2027 event.

The event is a fundraiser for "Family Counseling Services," and it has grown to the point that it had to be moved to the Bryant Conference Center.

The event saw an increase in the number of restaurants, caterers, and specialty chefs.

It is all about being the Best of the Best.

The "Most Influential" award was decided through a social media poll, and the winner was "Beck's Blissful Bites".

Credit: DC Daniel/TSM
Credit: DC Daniel/TSM
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*Becky from Blissful Bites pictured above

 

This year, the event also added a VIP experience, which was a big hit and I'm sure will return in 2027.

Chocolate was everywhere, and not just in the dishes served. It was also used as part of the decor, and that led to an award.

"Best Table Decor" went to Peterbrooke Chocolatier's table.

The "Chef's Choice" award went to The Cookie Boutique & Bakery for its Chocolate Boston Cream pie with hazelnuts.

"Best Traditional Dessert" went to Sarah's Alley Cake Co.

"Most Innovative Creation" went to River.

"People's Choice" also went to Sarah's Alley Cake Co.

It was another great year, and this event just keeps getting bigger and better.

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