Blommer Chocolate, Incredo expand partnership to Canada The Discovery product line enables sugar reduction in a broad range of applications. Liz Parker May 14, 2024 Blommer’s Discovery product line, empowered by the sugar-based sugar reduction solution Incredo Sugar, includes chocolate-flavored chips and coatings. Read More
Bitzel's Chocolate appoints executive chef and chocolatier The hire will focus on menu development, culinary training, and more. Liz Parker May 13, 2024 The hospitality veteran to oversee creation of premium chocolate treats at Suwanee's Willy Wonka-style experience.Read More
Confectionery insights, trends from SPINS The company shares the latest confectionery trends and predictions. Liz Parker May 13, 2024 We connected with SPINS' Market Insights Director Scott Dicker, who shared the latest trends backed by proprietary data and predictions for what’s to come post-expo. Read More
Las Olas Confections and Snacks announces rebrand The company will debut its new packaging at Sweets & Snacks Expo. Liz Parker May 10, 2024 The brand's Coconut Patties are being relaunched as part of the new Oh!asis brand.Read More
Food tech startup Voyage Foods brings in $52M funding The company has raised $94M in funding to date. Liz Parker May 9, 2024 Bay Area food innovation company Voyage Foods, maker of cocoa-free chocolate, has closed a round of $52M, bringing its total funding to $94M.Read More
Better Sour taps CPG industry veteran as SVP of sales Steve Wangler joins the company amidst a period of growth. Liz Parker May 9, 2024 Wangler brings more than four decades of experience in CPG, most recently as VP of sales at The Good Crisp Company. Read More
In memorium: Rob Auerbach, owner/CEO, CandyRific The businessman passed away on May 7. Liz Parker May 8, 2024 Auerbach was a toy and novelty candy creator for more than 40 years, with many historic items reaching the market. Read More
Nestlé ITR targets further growth in Asia Pacific region The brand heads to TFWA Asia Pacific Conference & Exhibition. Liz Parker May 8, 2024 Portfolio newcomer Nestlé Sustainably Sourced Cocoa set to hit the TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition spotlight.Read More
Ferrero opens its first chocolate factory in North America The brand expanded its Bloomington, IL campus by 70,000 square feet. Liz Parker May 8, 2024 The $75M project is part of Ferrero's ongoing investment and expansion in the market.Read More
Mars debuts multi-million dollar sustainable dairy plan The company aims to reduce the carbon footprint of its dairy sourcing. Liz Parker May 7, 2024 The new plan will help cut methane as part of the company's net zero by 2050 ambition.Read More