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Hostess Brands grabs further gains of indulgent snack category

10-Nov-2021 By Gill Hyslop

The Twinkies and Ding Dongs maker posted better-than-expected results for the third quarter, with higher volume, a favourable product mix, pricing and productivity and a higher volume offsetting rising inflation.

Kitkat to launch birthday-inspired cake flavored chocolate

19-Mar-2020 By Jenny Eagle

Kitkat will launch a Birthday-inspired limited-edition cake bar with sprinkles, available next month.

Innovation

Inside Barry Callebaut: What’s next after Ruby?

15-Feb-2019 By Anthony Myers

ConfectioneryNews was invited to Barry Callebaut’s special Innovation Day at its Chocolate Academy in Weize, Belgium, where we spoke to Bas Smit, the company’s global VP marketing and the man responsible for Ruby chocolate’s launch.

News in brief

Dove Chocolate jumps on flavor bandwagon inspired by latest trends

06-Dec-2018 By Anthony Myers

Bourbon Vanilla, Salted Caramel, Raspberry Rosé and Almond Brittle flavors bring a modern twist on 'Silky Smooth' in 2019.

The NACS Show 2018

2018's hottest sweets and snacks in US convenience stores: Kellogg, Hershey, Mars, Conagra, Jack Links, and more

09-Oct-2018 By Douglas Yu

The NACS Show 2018 has released the hottest confectionery and snack products across US c-stores in Las Vegas.

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Chocolette Confectionary to launch new Red low-cal collection in UK

29-Aug-2018 By Anthony Myers

Swiss-owned supplier targets British consumers with ‘guilt-free’ Red label.