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Private equity firm buys majority stake in Tierra Nueva

Partnership will allow Coffee Thins maker to grow national distribution.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 16, 2018

Tampa-based private equity firm ProspEquity Partners has purchased a majority stake in Tierra Nueva Fine Cocoa, LLC.

Hu Chocolate receives minority investment from Sonoma Brands

Investment set to help organic, vegan, paleo chocolate brand expand global reach.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 16, 2018

Hu Products, maker of organic, paleo and vegan chocolate, has received a minority investment from Sonoma Brands, the food incubator responsible for Krave jerky, SMASHMALLOW and other brands.

When it comes to chocolate, consumers want it all

Sustainable sourcing, functional benefits don't preclude need for "permissable indulgence."

Bernie Pacyniak

May 15, 2018

Cocoa and chocolate suppliers and processors are beginning to see not only a greater interest by consumers about chocolate's makeup but also where and how it's sourced.

Taza Chocolate names Barbara Reilly as new marketing exec

Reilly worked for two decades at advertising firm Arnold Worldwide.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 14, 2018

Somerville, Mass.-based Taza Chocolate has named Barbara Reilly as the company’s first chief operating officer and chief marketing officer.

Bühler breaks into natural hazelnut market with Turkish launch

Decision to move into natural processing stems from success of SORTEX E and SORTEX F optical sorters.

May 14, 2018

The move reflects a committment to transform the industry and help increase yield and efficiency.

Genesee Candy Land brings home the (chocolate-covered) bacon

Colorado company grows from local sweet shop to specialty manufacturer.

May 14, 2018

With her extensive marketing background, entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for cooking shows, Owner Lorri Alden got the inspiration for her signature chocolate-covered bacon in 2015.

Mastic-flavored gum Mastika continues to draw interest in MENA market

Partnerships with Souq.com, Saudi Arabian Football Federation in the works.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 11, 2018

Mastika, The Mastika Gum Co's award-winning mastic-flavored chewing gum, continues to capture attention in Middle Eastern markets.

Ruby chocolate will become available to chocolatiers, chefs in China this fall

Callebaut RB1 product unveiled May 9 at baking, confectionery show Bakery China.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 10, 2018

Belgian chocolate brand Callebaut will make its Ruby RB1 product available to chocolatiers and chefs in China this September.

Barry Callebaut opens Chocolate Academy in South Africa

Johannesburg location is Callebaut’s 21st center, first in Africa.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 10, 2018

The Barry Callebaut Group has opened a Chocolate Academy in Johannesburg, South Africa, the group’s 21st academy and its first on the African continent.

Synergy Flavors acquires Italian flavor supplier Janoušek

Acquisition allows Synergy to move into Italian, Eastern European markets.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 10, 2018

Wauconda, Ill.-based Synergy Flavors, Inc. has acquired Janoušek, one of the world’s first suppliers of herbal extracts and natural flavoring and an expert in Italian flavor profiles.

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Private equity firm buys majority stake in Tierra Nueva

Hu Chocolate receives minority investment from Sonoma Brands

When it comes to chocolate, consumers want it all

Taza Chocolate names Barbara Reilly as new marketing exec

Bühler breaks into natural hazelnut market with Turkish launch

Genesee Candy Land brings home the (chocolate-covered) bacon

Mastic-flavored gum Mastika continues to draw interest in MENA market

Ruby chocolate will become available to chocolatiers, chefs in China this fall

Barry Callebaut opens Chocolate Academy in South Africa

Synergy Flavors acquires Italian flavor supplier Janoušek

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