Line a baking sheet or large plate with parchment paper or a silpat sheet, set aside.
Chop the chocolate into 1/2-inch pieces and place it into either ova pre-prepared stove top double boiler or into a microwave safe bowl. If using the stove top, continuously stir until melted.
If using a microwave, warm in 15 second intervals, stirring with a rubber spatula between each. Continue microwaving and stirring at between intervals until melted.
Stir any spices being used into the melted chocolate.
Pour the onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out to about 1/4 inch thick.
Add your toppings. Try to spread out the ingredients so there is a piece of each in every bite.
Let the bark harden at room temperature, about 1 hour. (Or to speed it up, place it into the fridge or freezer). Break into pieces once hard and store in an airtight container at room temp or in the fridge for 1 to 2 weeks.
