As the COVID-19 pandemic has passed its peak in many countries and consumers embrace the concept of the “new normal,” they are re-evaluating what is important to them in life.
PMMI says it is looking at two options for the 2020 PACK EXPO event, including an in-person/virtual hybrid and an all-virtual show. The group says it will make a final decision by August.
The Starburst brand is making its All Pink pack a permanent everyday item nationwide after only offering it during the summer months for the last three years.
Premium chocolate producers continue to innovate within the truffles, pralines and filled chocolates category while gift box chocolate sales have dipped overall.
While COVID-19 has made the process for launching new products a little different, that hasn’t stopped brands from putting out new confectionery items that offer a bright spot during these tumultuous times.
Magnum, Häagen-Dazs brands have launched Ruby products.
July 17, 2020
Barry Callebaut is highlighting the potential for its recently launched Ruby chocolate ice cream coating in time for National Ice Cream Month this July.
From mid-April through May, World’s Finest Chocolate partnered with Hope For The Warriors to donate more than 75,000 chocolate bars to healthcare and frontline workers, including military members, across the country.
Funds will support BTAC’s COVID-19 Community Response Fund.
July 14, 2020
The Skittles brand has partnered with actor, singer and choreographer Todrick Hall to donate $100,000 to the National Black Trans Advocacy Coalition (BTAC).