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Bernie Pacyniak

With more than 30 years experience in B-to-B reporting, writing and editing — the bulk of which was dedicated to covering the bakery, confectionery and snack industries — Pacyniak has chronicled changes within the food industry since the early 1980s. A Boston University journalism degree graduate, he worked for a variety of publications before joining BNP Media in 1994 as editor of Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery magazine. In 2001, he took over as editor-in-chief of Candy Industry until 2018.

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Scary sound bite: Headline claims 'Sugar is the new tobacco'

Editor Bernie Pacyniak warns readers that the latest move to demonize sugar could have repercussions.

Bernie Pacyniak

February 19, 2014

The group claims that government attempts to reduce sugar — and here they are specifi cally referring to the British government — have failed and a new approach is needed.

Olive & Sinclair Chocolate Co.: Southern artisan hones his craft

Scott Witherow translates the South’s food heritage into bean-to-bar chocolate in Nashville.

Bernie Pacyniak

February 19, 2014

From using a melanger to custom-design moulds and packaging, Scott Witherow has put his Southern artisan imprint into his chocolate company.

Conversations from ISM in Cologne: Loacker’s chairman talks about setting up a U.S. subsidiary

Zuenelli expounds on U. S. investment, plans for a new plant in Heinfels, Austria.

Bernie Pacyniak

February 12, 2014

Always conscious of value, shoppers today want quality, transparency and great taste in their confections and snacks. In other words, the new value is premium. Loacker is making a move to be in that mix.

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Plenty of warmth in Cologne: Editor Bernie Pacyniak reflects on ISM Life Achievement Award ceremony

American Herm Roland Sr., of Jelly Belly Candy Co., receives the honor

Bernie Pacyniak

January 29, 2014

Given Herm´s body of work in the confectionery industry, he was an obvious choice.

The Face of Finland's Fazer Confectionery

Majlen Fazer — Fazer Brands’ “godmother” of chocolate quality and the greatgranddaughter of founder Karl Fazer — brings home the 2013 European Candy Kettle Club award.

Bernie Pacyniak

January 24, 2014

Majlen thought she’d initially try her hand at confections for a short period, and then pursue her dreams of going abroad. But a funny thing happened on the way to the candy factory — the young woman found herself loving the work.

Print redesign: Take A Look At This Eye-Candy!

Editor-in-chief Bernie Pacyniak breaks down all the ins and outs of Candy Industry's new look in print.

Bernie Pacyniak

January 23, 2014

The redesign coincides with an expanded and revitalized editorial thrust.

Sweeteners: Sweetening Consumers’ Candy Choices

Ongoing debate about sugar intake sparks renewed interest in sugar-free, reduced-sugar confections.

Bernie Pacyniak

January 23, 2014

There's a movement toward sugar reduction, and it’s making itself felt in the confectionery sector.

Betty Jane Candies: Iowa's Favorite Sweet

Andrew Siegert continues Betty Jane Candies’ 75-year legacy of fine chocolates, confections.

Bernie Pacyniak

January 22, 2014

“We have been very careful about keeping the integrity of the recipes intact,” Siegert says.

Dancing With The Star: 9 dazzling moments from the European Kettle Celebration!

As Majlen Fazer takes home the European Kettle Award, a live band helps her supporters dance the night away.

Bernie Pacyniak

January 21, 2014

First, the crowd was entertained by dancers from Finland’s version of the popular television show, “Dancing with the Stars.”

One-on-one with Bryan Wurscher, Cargill Cocoa & Chocolate's new president

Exec emphasizes innovations, empowerment

Bernie Pacyniak

January 21, 2014

"We have people here who understand how to make chocolate... I want to ensure that we have an environment where these people can thrive,” Wurscher says.

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Opopop aims to heat up microwave popcorn category

Hershey showcases its new strategies at Sweets & Snacks Expo

Hershey showcases new strategies, candy

Hard candy evolves beyond traditional sweetness

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