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Alyse Thompson-Richards

Alyse Thompson-Richards has held many positions with BNP Media, first serving as an intern at Candy Industry magazine in summer 2012. She joined Candy Industry's staff full time as associate editor in August 2016 after a few years at newspapers in West-Central Illinois, becoming managing editor in March 2019. Alyse has also served as managing editor of Cannabis Products magazine since March 2019, and is currently the editor-in-chief of Food Engineeering magazine. She has bachelor’s degrees in journalism and Spanish from Western Illinois University.

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Blue Goose Market keeps locals coming back

Suburban Chicago grocer earns recognition for quality, commitment to customers.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 25, 2017

Paul Lencioni doesn't like talking about customer service. The fourth-generation owner of Blue Goose Market, a small, independent grocer in Chicago's western suburbs, tosses the "corporate speak," instead focusing on people and how their purchases connect to their lives.

Barry Callebaut expands premium cocoa powder range

Four new powders to be produced at Pennsylvania plant.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 24, 2017

Barry Callebaut Group has expanded Bensdorp, a premium cocoa powder brand, to include four new products to serve a variety of cocoa applications, ranging from cookies and brownies to ice cream and beverages.

St. Louis grocer United Provisions draws young, international customers with fresh, global offerings

United Provisions serves Washington University students, adventurous eaters.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 24, 2017

With its bohemian vibe, funky shops and eccentric eateries, the Delmar Loop is unlike any other neighborhood in or around St. Louis. And that’s exactly why people visit, says Shayn Prapaisilp, a member of the group that owns global grocery store United Provisions.

Chewy candy trends: More to chew over

Attention to quality, innovation key to growing non-chocolate chewy candy sector.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 23, 2017

Attention to quality and creativity is key in a multibillion-dollar industry that continues to grow.

Big steps for Big Candy

Major manufacturers agree to reduce calories, update packaging.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 17, 2017

I’ll admit: I didn’t see this coming. Last week, eight major candy manufacturers — a confectionery Justice League, if you will — joined forces on a new mission, but it’s not to stamp out crime.

New England @ Heart Blueberry Patch Frogs

Cape Cod Provisions, Pocasset, Mass.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 17, 2017

Blueberry Patch Frogs are crafted from whole dried blueberries and roasted cashews, smothered with rich caramel and premium milk chocolate.

Ferrero to open Nutella Cafe in Chicago

Menu will feature items with and without cocoa hazelnut spread.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 17, 2017

Ferrero North America, manufacturer of cocoa hazelnut spread Nutella, will open its first restaurant in Chicago later this month.

Big Candy announces partnership with nonprofit to reduce calories in individually-wrapped products

Eight major producers to make products with 200 calories or fewer, update packaging.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 12, 2017

Eight major candy manufacturers have committed to reducing calories in their individually-wrapped products and updating front-of-pack nutrition labels as part of an ongoing effort to offer consumers greater choice and transparency.

THRIVE lollipops

Dr. John’s Candies, Comstock Park, Mich.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 10, 2017

Dr. John’s Candies has launched THRIVE, a new line of sugar-free goodies. First to debut are lollipops that are all natural, contain no sugar and are packed with five grams of fiber.

Confectionery ingredients market to hit $109.48 billion by 2025

Report covers cocoa, chocolate, among other ingredients.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 10, 2017

The global confectionery ingredients market is expected to reach $109.48 billion by 2025, according to a report by Albany, N.Y.-based research firm Transparency Market Research.

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