Taste and Texture: What’s Tempting Consumers in 2026

Overview


Confectionery is entering an exciting new era. Today’s shoppers aren’t just craving sweetness, they’re chasing experiences - multisensory flavours and unexpected textures. At the same time, technological advances, economic challenges and environmental shifts are transforming how treats are imagined and created. In our latest broadcast, we’ll be diving into the next frontier of confectionery innovation through three powerful lenses – the consumer trends driving sales, the cutting edge technologies shaping production lines, and the creative breakthroughs redefining what’s possible in flavour and texture design. We’ll be joined by trailblazers from Mondelēz International, Ferrero Group, Mintel, and NotCo. We look forward to seeing you there.

Speakers

Norberto Chaclin
Chief R&D Officer
Mondelez International
Alisia Heath
VP of Research & Development
NotCo
Thomas Chatenier
Global President
Nutella
Fabio Mora
Senior Vice President of Open Innovation
Ferrero
Honorata Jarocka
Associate Principal, Mintel Food & Drink
Mintel
Donna Eastlake
Editor
ConfectioneryNews
Host

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