Despite garnering plenty of accolades for its single-origin bars, the Massachusetts chocolatier decided to call it quits after 12 years. For founder Colin Gasko, the business model of boutique chocolate seems ‘unsustainable.’
Researchers explored how consumers judge chocolate without any packaging compared to six styles of wrappers – and the latter won by a hair, according to the study published in Heliyon.
Bazooka Candy Brands, makers of the namesake bubble gum as well as Rings Pops and Baby Bottle Pops, have officially entered the gummy category while harnessing nostalgia to capitalize on the interactive nature of its core portfolio.
Focusing on the food and hospitality industry, Print2Taste wants pastry enthusiasts to use the printer, known as mycusini, to create decorative chocolate pieces at home.
Aroma AB, a nearly 100-year-old company based in Stockholm, acquired Dals Konfektyr, which makes chocolate, toffees and jellies, for an undisclosed amount.
Mondelēz International is acquiring a majority interest in Perfect Snacks – a pioneer of the refrigerated nutrition snacking category – to grow its wellbeing offerings.
Hershey, which will relaunch its version of the peanut, pretzel, caramel and chocolate candy this summer, asked consumers to compare old and new: the Reese’s name won them over.
Everyday indulgence has ended, as impulse purchases slow, social media takes over and regulations intensify, according to Euromonitor analyst Michael Schaefer.
The snacking and confection giant has unveiled a secondary version of its popular milk bar in India that will contain 30% less sugar than the original and no added artificial sweeteners.
The trade group focused on the craft chocolate industry will honor four individuals and one family on June 22 at its Elevate Chocolate event in New York City.
Lauren Jauregui, who started touring as a teenager with girl group Fifth Harmony, will headline the candy maker’s first-ever Makers of Good Teen Summit in New York City on June 20.
The Standard Bank Group, Africa’s biggest lender by assets, sent 17 members as part of an immersion program to discuss opportunities for growth in the Ghanian cocoa sector.
