A new candy promises the fun of dessert in a bite-sized treat. Red Velvet Cupcake Bites feature a cupcake center, covered in creamy red frosting with a distinctive “red velvety” taste.

The Pearson Candy Co. famous for its salted nut roll, mint patties and nut goodies, among others, has a new owner. Greenwich, Conn.-based Brynwood Partners VI L.P., parent company of

Finally, the perfect balance of Wine & Chocolate. The Spicy Merlot Bon Bon starts with a delicate 38% milk chocolate shell and is filled with a smooth, velvety milk chocolate ganache infused with merlot, cinnamon, orange, with a touch of black peppercorn on the finish.

On its own, chocolate is a wonderful treat. Marry chocolate with the perfect flavor pairing, and the confection becomes even more memorable. Classic pairing – such as chocolate with peanut butter, raspberry or mint – are here to stay, but adventurous flavors are increasingly popular.

Gnosis founder Vanessa Barg and chocolatier Lauren Gockley at the company's new New York City store. Gnosis, a specialty chocolate company, has opened a pop-up retail store in New York

More exhibitors. More exhibit space. More solutions. Even a larger confectionery pavilion. This year’s PMMI’s PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2011, which will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center

Charlie Bowlus Charlie Bowlus was not your stereotypical ceo.Maria DiFranco, who worked for him while he led the Efficient Collaborative Retail Marketing (ECRM), remembers finding that out rather quickly the

The Coalition for Sugar Reform has launched a new website, www.SugarReform.org. The group, comprised of food manufacturers, consumer advocates and business organizations, aims to educate members of Congress and the

New to Kashi’s TLC portfolio is Peanutty Dark Chocolate Layered granola bars. Made with Kashi’s signuature blend of seven whole grains, each bar starts with a chewy granola base made with peanut butter and peanut chunks

Ghirardelli Chocolate Co.’s Intense Dark line of chocolates pairs up with a broad range of wines as the company’s chocolatier and wine expert, Kevin Tamaki, and Candy Industry’s staff reveal.