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Taza Chocolate-Covered Nuts

Taza Chocolate, Somerville, Mass.

January 16, 2019

Taza Chocolate has introduced a line of chocolate-covered nuts in snacking-friendly resealable bags.

Atkinson to relaunch Chick-O-Stick with natural colors, new packaging

Updated peanut butter treat to be revealed at Sweets & Snacks Expo.

January 8, 2019

Atkinson Candy Co. plans to unveil an updated version of the classic Chick-O-Stick during Sweets & Snacks Expo, set for May 21-23 in Chicago.

Specific is better for food product benefit claims

Mintel research reveals decrease in “all natural” claims on Canadian product launches.

Alyse Thompson

December 12, 2018

Americans aren't the only ones confused about how “natural” can and should apply to food. New research from Mintel shows our neighbors to the north might be struggling with it, too.

Non-chocolate candy sales to hit $12.42 billion in 2023

Packaged Facts predicts non-chocolate candy sales to generate $11 billion in 2018.

Alyse Thompson

December 12, 2018

The U.S. non-chocolate candy market is poised to reach $12.42 billion in 2023, according to a new report from Packaged Facts.

Are indulgences becoming healthier?

New FONA report highlights how indulgence is evolving for consumers, including a trend toward healthier items.

Crystal Lindell

December 5, 2018

A new FONA Trend Insights report says healthy indulgence has grown, showing the influence of the health and wellness movement on the ways consumers treat themselves.

Ownership of Pearson’s Candy Co. returns to Minnesota

Minneapolis-based Spell Capital Partners acquires company from Connecticut-based Brynwood Partners.

Alyse Thompson

November 20, 2018

Ownership of St. Paul-based Pearson’s Candy Co. has returned to Minnesota after Minneapolis-based Spell Capital Partners acquired the company from Connecticut’s Brynwood Partners.