The group claims that government attempts to reduce sugar — and here they are specifi cally referring to the British government — have failed and a new approach is needed.

From using a melanger to custom-design moulds and packaging, Scott Witherow has put his Southern artisan imprint into his chocolate company.

Always conscious of value, shoppers today want quality, transparency and great taste in their confections and snacks. In other words, the new value is premium. Loacker is making a move to be in that mix.

 

Given Herm´s body of work in the confectionery industry, he was an obvious choice.

Majlen thought she’d initially try her hand at confections for a short period, and then pursue her dreams of going abroad. But a funny thing happened on the way to the candy factory — the young woman found herself loving the work.

The redesign coincides with an expanded and revitalized editorial thrust.

There's a movement toward sugar reduction, and it’s making itself felt in the confectionery sector.

“We have been very careful about keeping the integrity of the recipes intact,” Siegert says.

First, the crowd was entertained by dancers from Finland’s version of the popular television show, “Dancing with the Stars.”

"We have people here who understand how to make chocolate... I want to ensure that we have an environment where these people can thrive,” Wurscher says.