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Cavinder Twins partner with Shark Tank's Gatsby Chocolate in NIL deal

Gatsby Chocolate includes half the calories and a quarter of the sugar compared to other chocolate brands.

February 14, 2024

With the Cavinder Twins, Gatsby Chocolate’s low-calorie chocolate bars become a sensation for female athletes and fitness/gym enthusiasts.

NCSA assumes guardianship of Kettle Awards

The 77th annual awards presentation is set for Tuesday, May 14 in Indianapolis.

Liz Parker Kuhn

February 14, 2024

The NCSA announced today it will now administer the Kettle Awards, an annual recognition for a deserving individual working within the U.S. confectionery industry.

World Cocoa Foundation draws up a new landscape for an equitable cocoa sector

The 2025 WCF Partnership Meeting will be held in March in São Paulo, Brazil.

Liz Parker Kuhn

February 14, 2024

This annual event united cocoa farmers and experts in a single forum for discussion on shared challenges, progress, and learnings on sustainability.

Kinder Chocolate voted chocolate Product of the Year winner

Kinder Chocolate hit shelves in the U.S. this past September.

Liz Parker Kuhn

February 13, 2024

The largest consumer survey of product innovation recognizes Kinder chocolate as this year's chocolate category winner.

PMCA announces 77th Annual Production Conference program

PMCA announces program for 77th Annual Production Conference

Details will continue to be added to the agenda as the conference approaches.

Liz Parker Kuhn

February 13, 2024

The conference will take place April 15–17 in Lancaster, PA.

Andrew Petrou has been promoted to flavorist, savory lab manager at Bell’s global headquarter in Northbrook, IL.

Bell Flavors & Fragrances promotes top talent at global headquarters

The company promoted some of its top talent to fuel strategic growth.

Liz Parker Kuhn

February 13, 2024

The global flavors and fragrances company unveiled new leadership appointments in Northbrook, IL.

NCA reveals 2024 Woman of Influence Award recipient

Sylvia Buxton, Perfetti Van Melle, to be honored at the State of the Industry conference.

Liz Parker Kuhn

February 12, 2024

Created by NCA’s Women’s Leadership Group, the award honors a woman who has demonstrated superior leadership and industry mentorship, with a proven record of growth and influence in the confectionery industry.

Euromonitor: Chocolate remains a Valentine's Day favorite

Global seasonal chocolate prices are expected to grow around 3.5% compared to last year.

Liz Parker Kuhn

February 12, 2024

Chocolate is popular for self-love and the industry is innovating, making products especially for Valentine’s Day.

ofi reveals sweet treats, trends winning hearts this Valentine’s Day

Floral flavors, food and beverage gifting, bold fruit flavors, and premium pastries are trending this year.

Liz Parker Kuhn

February 9, 2024

Madeline Bills, cocoa innovation manager, ofi, offers some insight into the sweet treats and the trends that are predicted to be popular during Valentine's Day this year.