Global environmental campaign organization set up to protect forests, conserve oceans, and address climate change publishes its annual report card on chocolate companies. ICCO pledges more dialogue with EU on deforestation.
Love Cocoa, the luxury chocolate brand created by the great-great-great grandson of John Cadbury, announces new range for Easter – and plans to upscale production in 2020.
Of the four major holidays, Easter boasts the largest percentage (nearly 30%) of non-chocolate candy sales, according to Brach’s, a division of Ferrara Candy Co. Jellybeans alone account for 32% of those sales.
Website includes statistics and background information on classic Easter candies and chocolates as part of the National Confectioners Association’s ‘Always A Treat Initiative’.
pladis UK&I is tapping into the crucial Easter sales period with the launch of two Easter ranges for its £10.2m ($13.5m) premium chocolate brand GODIVA.
The internet has been ablaze with reports of candy heart shortages and digital mobs hoarding past years’ supplies, but one major brand will continue to fill shelves this Valentine’s Day.
New study by London Metropolitan University reveals higher levels of oxytocin, ‘the love hormone’ were detected amongst those receiving chocolates and flowers.
Led by Harry & David’s 'Share More' digital campaign and a successful holiday season, revenue for 1-800-FLOWERS jumped 8.6% in the second fiscal quarter. The gifting company said it also gained nearly 12% more new customers.
Chocolate and candy, second only to flowers as a love token, will be in abundance on the big day and the NCA has a new digital hub to help consumers make healthier choices.
For this year’s lovers’ holiday, three U.K. brands have added color and art to their treats, while big brands mix up flavors, shapes and even pair with retailers for exclusive product offerings.
