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Recent findings from the Nutritional Physiology Research Center at the University of South Australia, the University of Maine and LIH Luxembourg Institute of Health suggest that chocolate improves cognitive function.

Ruxton Chocolates, the Baltimore-based manufacturer of Mary Sue Easter Eggs, has broken ground on a new 100,444-sq.-ft. facility in the city’s suburbs.

The Good Food Awards, which recognizes authentic and delicious food throughout the United States, announced 291 finalists for 2017. There were 2,059 entries from 38 states and 14 categories, including chocolate, confections, honey, oils and more.

Swiss cocoa and chocolate producer Barry Callebaut Group has announced plans to expand its California production facility following a string of investments in Asia.

El Paso, Texas-based Mount Franklin Foods, LLC, has purchased the former Au’some Candy Co. plant in Sumter, S.C.

Highlander Partners, L.P., a Dallas-based middle-market private investment firm, has purchased Hillside Candy.

Toffee manufacturer Enstrom Candies has launched a digital video campaign emphasizing its tradition as a go-to gift in hopes of boosting its mail-order business.

Icing Smiles’ mission is to provide custom cakes and treats to families impacted by the critical illness of a child. Its goal is to create positive memories during difficult times for children and their families.