Abigail Watt

A rendering of Ethel M Chocolates' proposed redesign.

Ethel M Chocolates marks 35th anniversary with factory store upgrade

The renovation will expand its retail space and furnish the store with a new look.

August 3, 2016

The $2 million project will refresh the store experience with an updated look, new interactive elements, expanded retail space, and additions to the cafe menu.

Shanghai is a prime example of China's rapid growth and urbanization.

Keep an eye on China's growing economy

Rapid urbanization and strong retail development will prove useful to China's packaged food industry.

Abigail Watt

August 2, 2016

For years now, China has been the "next big thing" when it comes to globalizing markets. I'll be the first to admit that it's true.

Report: Fragmented markets in Asia Pacific and Latin America drive candy innovation

The strong presence of local players forces leading confectionery companies to find new ways to break in.

Abigail Watt

July 27, 2016

It turns out the top five players in Asia Pacific confectionery markets are Nestle S.A., Perfetti Van Melle SpA, Mondelez Intl., the Ferrero Group, and The Hershey Co.

Flirtey's drone delivering 7-Eleven goods in Reno, Nev.

7-Eleven, Flirtey make drone home delivery history

Drones could revolutionize delivery systems in the food, online retail and humanitarian industries.

Abigail Watt

July 27, 2016

Home delivery services could be on the verge of stepping into a new era.

M&M's Coffee Nut wins the nation-wide Flavor Vote.

Coffee Nut wins M&M’S Flavor Vote

The new flavor will join the Original Peanut on shelves in early August.

Abigail Watt

July 27, 2016

M&M's is having a big year.

Healthy Inclusions

Healthy snacks spurs growth of healthy inclusions

As demand for healthy snacking grows, so does desire to create sweets with healthier nutrition profiles.

Abigail Watt

July 25, 2016

The comforting sweetness of confectionery and the benefits of healthy ingredients aren't mutually exclusive.

Organic Candy

Organic confectionery market continues to grow

The natural and organic segment is growing as consumers continue to indulge in sweets, but become more aware of the ingredients used.

Abigail Watt

July 25, 2016

Are treats and a healthy diet mutually exclusive? That’s a question people have always wondered, and it seems consumers are starting to believe that they aren’t.

Gum on: 2016 Gum trends

Smaller gum brands make a splash relying on simple ingredients, new flavors, and innovative packaging.

Abigail Watt

July 21, 2016

"It’s no secret that the gum category overall has had its challenges but there are diamonds in the rough in every sector," says Tyler Merrick, founder and ceo, Project 7.

Tony's Chocolonely partners with Barry Callebaut to make 100 percent traceable, sustainable chocolate.

Barry Callebaut partners with Tony's Chocolonely to make fully traceable chocolate

Cocoa and chocolate processor will add a dedicated cocoa butter tank to its factory in Wieze, Belgium.

Abigail Watt

July 20, 2016

Barry Callebaut has taken yet another step in helping to create a sustainable cocoa industry.

Insignia Capital Group acquires Snak Club and New Century Snacks

Acquisition gives Insignia expanded opportunities in the rapidly growing healthy snack sector.

Abigail Watt

July 20, 2016

The two snack companies manufacture and distribute nuts, trail mixes and similar snacks.

Articles by Abigail Watt

Ethel M Chocolates marks 35th anniversary with factory store upgrade

Keep an eye on China's growing economy

Report: Fragmented markets in Asia Pacific and Latin America drive candy innovation

7-Eleven, Flirtey make drone home delivery history

Coffee Nut wins M&M’S Flavor Vote

Healthy snacks spurs growth of healthy inclusions

Organic confectionery market continues to grow

Gum on: 2016 Gum trends

Barry Callebaut partners with Tony's Chocolonely to make fully traceable chocolate

Insignia Capital Group acquires Snak Club and New Century Snacks

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