“Our customers have so much passion and love for our Ghirardelli brownie mixes that we decided to make a chocolate flavor inspired by them,” says Marty Thompson, ceo, Ghirardelli Chocolate Co.
The Chicago-area chain takes grocery shopping to a whole new level, with in-store sweet shops, an expansive selection of candy, and an array of international treats.
Amanda Puck, director of strategic brand development for Mariano’s, loves to describe the chain as, “an experience.” It’s a lofty goal for a grocery store, but it’s definitely a goal they seem to be achieving.
When it comes to chocolate, executive chef Matthew Piekarski and co-founder and developer Matthew Silverman are your go-to guys for authentic, handcrafted delicacies
The recent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) decision to have trans fat removed from food within the next three years is causing a stir, but one supplier says it’s a necessary nudge in the right direction.