By Deborah CassellEditorConfection & Snack Retailingcasselld@bnpmedia.com getting fresh: White House haute cuisine?Among the many articles I read online about yesterday’s inaugural events was one detailing former President George W. Bush

Mastering the seven seas requires a seasoned sailor to demonstrate inimitable passion, skill and precision - and navigating the murky waters of the food industry requires nothing less.

Many people serve raw vegetables or fish (aka sushi). But it’s not every day one finds raw chocolate.

The Landrin brand gives “classic” and “gold” new meanings in the confectionery industry with the introduction of its “Waferattos.”

Known for its signature truffle fudge, John Kelly Chocolates introduces new Truffle Fudge Bites in two flavors.

At the 2007 Chocolate Show, Berkshire Bark gave consumers a preview of its two new flavors and asked consumers to help name them.

Consumer goods company Project 7 introduces an all-natural chewing gum at Whole Foods Market’s natural and organic grocery stores this month.

Available in sports retail stores this month, Clif Bar & Co. launches Clif Shot Roks pop-and-go protein bites.

The 8th Annual Candy Industry Top 100 List offers something the previous seven compilations didn’t: A clear, without-a-doubt manufacturer perched firmly at the top of the global confectionery heap.

Confectionery manufacturers get a sneak peak at equipment being featured at the upcoming Upakovka/ProSweets shows.