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Talia di Napoli launches limited-edition pesto pizza

Suggested retail prices range from $116 to $140.

June 5, 2023

The limited-edition pie launches June 9, featuring the brand’s first-ever verde base, a blend of basil, garlic, and cheeses inspired by the CEO’s nonna’s recipe.

Lindt & Sprüngli to merge Caffarel with Italian Lindt subsidiary

Company says merger will build on existing collaboration.

October 4, 2021

Lindt says the merger will strengthen the existing collaboration between the two organizations.

Chocolate maker Silvio Bessone expounds on his philosophy of biodynamic agriculture at his restaurant, museum and production facility in Vicoforte, Italy.

Piedmont’s philosopher chocolate maker

Lessons learned over lunch with chocolate maker Silvio Bessone.

Bernie Pacyniak

April 11, 2018

Unlike Chicago — it actually snowed on the Cubs’ home opener — northern Italy is verdant with spring, very much in color and bloom. Until yesterday, Editor-in-Chief Bernie Pacyniak wasn’t familiar with who Silvio Bessone is. After enjoying a wonderful four-course meal “contaminated by chocolate” and listening to the man talk about his craft, he's truly grateful to have a job whereby he gets to meet such passionate artisans.

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.

Katjes buys Cloetta’s Italian division for $53 million

Purchase includes four production facilities, five brands.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

July 6, 2017

Katjes International GmbH, the international subsidiary of Katjes Group, has acquired Cloetta Italia for $53 million, pushing the German gummy manufacturer to No. 2 in the Italian confectionery market.

Nestlé looks to expand its global reach with two big moves involving Baci Perugina and Damak

Nestlé works to make Baci Perugina a global brand; Candy maker also brings Turkish Chocolate brand Damak to U.S.

Crystal Lindell

March 2, 2016

Nestlé is putting a renewed focus on the Italian brand Baci Perugina, saying it plans to significantly invest in the brand to further strengthen this iconic Italian chocolate on the world stage.

Focused On Ferrero: CEO Nunzio Pulvirenti talks company's operations, goals and hazelnuts

The 2014 European Candy Kettle Club award recipient typifies what the Ferrero Group stands for: innovation and a passion for producing affordable yet premium quality confectionery products.

Bernie Pacyniak

January 16, 2015

Amidst unprecedented growth and evolution, several elements have remained constant at Ferrero. For one, Michele Ferrero, chairman of the Ferrero Group, continues to do what he does best: innovate.

Fanfare for Ferrero: Photos from the 2014 European Candy Kettle Club Recpetion

The European Candy Kettle Club celebrates the culinary heritage of the 2014 recipient's home base, Alba, Italy.

Bernie Pacyniak

January 16, 2015

In the land of Barello, Barbera, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo and Moscato wines and where prized white truffles are worth their weight in gold, there also resides the birthplace of Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello and, Nutella.

ICAM: Transitioning to 3G

After investing in a multimillion dollar production facility, ICAM has turned its attention toward harnessing the talents of third generation family members.

Bernie Pacyniak

March 12, 2014

While orchestrating the building and equipping of a 540,000-sq.-ft. cocoa and chocolate processing facility was a complex venture, choosing the right individuals from 17 eligible third generation family members to lead the company in the coming decades demanded even more skill.