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Chuao Chocolatier aims to spread joy through chocolate

Chef Michael Antonorsi co-founded Chuao Chocolatier in 2002 after winding journey.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

October 11, 2018

Chef Michael Antonorsi understands that in order to spread joy, you first have to feel it.

Technology, automation lead Laica to something bigger

Trio of siblings transforms Italian confectioner into a mid-sized mover and shaker.

Bernie Pacyniak

January 22, 2018

The emergence of new competitors, as well as technological advancements, made it clear to Andrea Saini that Laica not only needed to invest in processing automation but in the organizational structure.

Barry Callebaut debuts ‘Ruby’ chocolate

Fourth variety of chocolate made from Ruby cocoa beans.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 5, 2017

Barry Callebaut has introduced a fourth variety of chocolate — ‘Ruby’ chocolate — created from the red Ruby cocoa bean.

North Carolina chocolate company to expand

French Broad Chocolate to almost triple production space, open new cafe.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

August 23, 2017

French Broad Chocolates is moving to a new facility, giving the Asheville, N.C.-based company nearly three times the production capacity, the Citizen-Times reported.

KOHLER Butterscotch Hop

Kohler Original Recipe Chocolates, Kohler, Wis.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

July 19, 2017

KOHLER Original Recipe Chocolates has added Butterscotch Hop to its collection of gourmet chocolates. This confection is comprised of a smooth, creamy butterscotch filling surrounded by a custom blend of premium chocolate, bringing diversity to the chocolate line in its distinct design and flavor profile.

Avoiding a meltdown: Balancing desire for chocolate, healthier products

Chocolate suppliers recognize consumer infatuation with chocolate, focus on healthier food choices not mutually exclusive

Bernie Pacyniak

May 10, 2017

And although Atkins does quote several analysts and trots out dire statistics to make his case, this call to alarm could be called a bit of a stretch, somewhat akin to the sensational headlines last year indicating a looming chocolate shortage.

CÉMOI Group acquires Pittsburgh-based Chris Candies

Move will help French company strengthen position in North America.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

March 8, 2017

French chocolate manufacturer CEMOI Group has acquired Chris Candies, a Pittsburgh, Penn.-based chocolate company with premium, organic and low-sugar offerings.

Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate sees 'undeni-abel growth'

St. Louis chocolate company expands private-label, contract manufacturing businesses since moving to new facility in 2012.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

February 17, 2017

Sales at Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate have exploded, particularly since moving to a facility on The Hill, an Italian neighborhood on the city's southwest side.

Industrial chocolate market to grow by 3 percent

London-based firm Technavio says demand of organic, sugar-free chocolate continues to grow.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

January 11, 2017

The global industrial chocolate market is expected to grow by 3 percent over the next five years, according to a new report by London-based research firm Technavio.

Good Food Awards 2017 finalists announced

Fifteen chocolate companies and 27 confectioners from across America in the final vetting.

Olivia Zyszczynski

November 16, 2016

The Good Food Awards, which recognizes authentic and delicious food throughout the United States, announced 291 finalists for 2017. There were 2,059 entries from 38 states and 14 categories, including chocolate, confections, honey, oils and more.