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Barry Callebaut's top six chocolate trends list

Cocoa Producer offers insight into the future at ISM

January 31, 2013

While consumers always expected a personal experience, they are also interested in convenience and authenticity, at least according to Barry Callebat’s predictions for the chocolate market of 2014.

Chocolate Trends: Manufacturers create healthier, more dynamic chocolates

As companies attempt to appease foodies and health-conscious consumers, they're tweaking their products or inventing entirely new ones

Crystal Lindell

November 20, 2012

To get an idea of how drastically the image of candy is changing these days all you have to do is ask Jessica Daponte what the latest chocolates for kids are.

Root Beer Float, and Rainbow Sherbet Dessert Delights

Wrigley, Chicago

November 19, 2012

Extrahas introduced two new sweet flavors to its line of Dessert Delights gum — Root Beer Float and Rainbow Sherbet.

Which candy companies use social media best?

Hint: It’s about so much more than "Likes."

Crystal Lindell

November 7, 2012

It turns out that candy companies really "like" Facebook. Or at least there’s where a majority of them have focused their social media efforts.

Dinosaur Jawbuster

Au’some Inc.

October 31, 2012

The Jawbuster is a 2.1-oz lollipop with a gum center. It’s sure to make a huge roar with any kids or kids at heart.

Doubling down on ‘novel’ data

Consumer buying patterns, seasonal offerings drive novelty candy sector.

October 1, 2012

CandyRific was being downright feminist last year when it introduced its latest novelty toy.

Flavor Rush

Fruity flavors, value packs and an emerging all-natural following propel gum and mint sector.

Kawther Albader

July 26, 2012

You’re at a convenience store, you grab a pack of gum in a wild flavor you’ve never seen before, and head over to the counter.

Multi-tasking Treats

Better-for-you treats offer even more reasons to love candy.

Kawther Albader

July 20, 2012

Would it be too much to ask for a strawberry-flavored jelly bean that can also act as a painkiller, deliver a daily dose of caffeine, and pick up the kids from school?

Australia-based Darrell Lea soon could be for sale

Company under review, faces financial crisis

Crystal Lindell

July 11, 2012

Darrell Lea, known in the United States mainly for its soft-eating licorice, has brought in PPB Advisory to conduct an ongoing review of its business after growing concerns about its ability to meet ongoing financial obligations.