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Sweets & Snacks Expo opens registration for 2024

The event is moving to Indianapolis from Chicago for 2024.

January 31, 2024

The Sweets & Snacks Expo announced that registration is now open for the 2024 show, taking place May 14–16 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis.

Lindt to debut first-ever in-game advertisement during the Big Game

The U.S. market continues to play a critical role in Lindt's long-term growth strategy.

Liz Parker Kuhn

January 31, 2024

“Life is a Ball” ad builds upon premium chocolate makers’ recent gains in the U.S. market and taps Kylie Kelce in partnership to share tips for the ultimate Big Game spread.

In memoriam: Kettle Committee chair Cornelis "Cees" Boon

Boon was involved in the Kettle Committee plus the NCA board.

Liz Parker Kuhn

January 31, 2024

Cornelis "Cees" Boon passed away on January 24 due to complications arising from surgery.

Dr. Bronner's announces first regenerative organic certified chocolate

The brand's Salted Dark Magic All-One Chocolate Bar's organic ingredients include cocoa from Ghana and Ivory Coast.

Liz Parker Kuhn

January 30, 2024

Regenerative organic certified chocolate from natural brand exemplifies ethical standards by sourcing from regenerative organic and Fair Trade supply chains.

Living legends: roundtable interview with Spangler Candy’s three Kettle Award recipients

The three living Kettle Award recipients from Spangler Candy talk about the confectionery industry and the company’s history.

Liz Parker Kuhn

January 30, 2024

The Kettle Award represents the highest recognition an individual working within the U.S. confectionery industry can attain.

Peeps invites fans to stay in first-ever 'Peeps Sweet Suite'

Consumers can enter a world of "Peepsonality" and whimsy just in time for Easter.

Liz Parker Kuhn

January 30, 2024

The Peeps Sweet Suite will transport fans to an Easter wonderland filled with Peeps decorations, whimsical furnishings, and a taste of the Peeps 2024 flavor lineup.

NCA: Most Americans to celebrate Valentine's Day with candy, chocolate

NCA: 92% of Americans want treats for Valentine's Day

This excitement reflects not just a preference for treats but a celebration of the emotional connections these treats bring.

Liz Parker Kuhn

January 30, 2024

92% of Americans are embracing the sweet spirit of the Valentine’s Day season, saying they plan to share chocolate and candy with friends, family, and loved ones throughout the first half of February.

Chocolate Cordillera joins call for cocoa sector to 'align for global action'

The brand announced that 106 female cocoa farmers from Colombia have completed the first module of its sustainability program.

Liz Parker Kuhn

January 30, 2024

Colombian sustainable brand Chocolate Cordillera is set to share the latest results from its ATENEA sustainability program during Amsterdam Cocoa Week, which runs from February 5–11.