3 Musketeers Bites, Milky Way Simply Caramel Bites and Twix Bites Mars, Hackettstown, N.J. Crystal Lindell November 15, 2013 The newest additions to the Mars Bites line are sure to offer full-size flavor!Read More
Impact Confections: Making a sweet n’ sour Impact A strategic shift, successful product launches and a new manufacturing facility have set the stage for double-digit growth for this midsized candy company. Bernie Pacyniak November 14, 2013 As with every "overnight success," the road to become the fastest growing sour brand in America took a few years.Read More
Novelty Trends: Novelty hasn’t worn off From interactive connections to licensed confections, the category continues to demonstrate depth and breadth. Carla Zanetos Scully November 14, 2013 It's all about innovation and re-invention when it comes to appealing novelty candy ideas.Read More
Sriracha Bacon Lollipops released by Lollyphile Suckers feature ‘candied, salty, spicy, peppery, porky, goodness.’ Crystal Lindell November 13, 2013 Gourmet lollipop company, Lollyphile, has released Sriracha Bacon lollipops, just in time for the holidays.Read More
Natra and Basque to create chocolates filled with olive oil, cheese, and wine Companies to develop chocolates with denomination-of-origin fillings. Crystal Lindell November 13, 2013 One of the goals of the project will be to introduce the chocolates into the Asian marketplace.Read More
Theegarten-Pactec to build new complex in 2014 Facility to feature more space for packaging lines, help company with long-term growth. Crystal Lindell November 13, 2013 Theegarten-Pactec is embarking on a new construction project in an effort to meet demand for smaller projects and more automation.Read More
Madécasse Chocolate releases seasonal bars at Whole Foods Peppermint and Winter Spice bars made from 100 percent African cocoa. Crystal Lindell November 13, 2013 The two seasonal bars are made entirely on the continent of Africa.Read More
Handmade, All-natural Caramels from Mrs. Prindable’s Mrs. Prindable’s, Niles, Ill. November 13, 2013 Mrs. Prindable’s Handmade Confections is introducing eight new soft, natural caramels.Read More
‘Eye of the Tiger’: Women cocoa farmers deserve the chance to ‘roar’ Given the chance, women can and will transform the cocoa fields Bernie Pacyniak November 13, 2013 The majority of work done in many key agricultural areas falls on the hands and backs of women.Read More
Jan's Homemade Candies: Home is where sweet skills are honed Family traditions lead to a dream come true — a retail confectionery shop — for Jan Lendi in Florida. November 13, 2013 Their chocolate shop has been voted "Best of Fort Lauderdale" four years running (2010 to 2013). Read More