Bernie Pacyniak

With more than 30 years experience in B-to-B reporting, writing and editing — the bulk of which was dedicated to covering the bakery, confectionery and snack industries — Pacyniak has chronicled changes within the food industry since the early 1980s. A Boston University journalism degree graduate, he worked for a variety of publications before joining BNP Media in 1994 as editor of Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery magazine. In 2001, he took over as editor-in-chief of Candy Industry until 2018.

Cédric Barberet, newest Barry Callebaut Ambassador on Trump's wedding cake, his pastry shop

Renowned pastry chef Cedric Barberet sets up shop — and a bistro — in downtown Lancaster, opening up a world of French classic pastries and foods for locals.

Bernie Pacyniak

July 21, 2016

Were it not for some quick hands, one of Cédric Barberet’s claims to fame would have come crashing down, leaving a mess of fondant, icing and Grand Marnier-laced chiffon cake on the Mar-A-Lago Club’s tile floor in Palm Beach, Fla.

Bang Candy Co.'s Sarah Souther on making gourmet marshmallows in Nashville

Bang Candy Co.'s Sarah Souther on making gourmet marshmallows in Nashville How bringing homemade marshmallows to a friend's birthday party turned into a thriving business.

Bernie Pacyniak

July 20, 2016

When the hostess likened her mashamllos to “swallowing God in velvet pants!” Sarah Souther knew she was onto something.

How aXatronics' robot learned to tie ribbons on chocolate boxes

Labor-intensive bow-tying merchandising technique becomes mechanized thanks to robotic system, thus protecting workers.

Bernie Pacyniak

July 20, 2016

If you’ve ever tried teaching a six-year-old how to tie a shoe, you know how complicated the task can be. Try teaching a robot how to do it.

Los Angeles-based Candy Factory gets a facelift.

‘Candy Maker to the Stars’ gets a facelift

Remodel lends itself to expansion as well as offering franchises.

Bernie Pacyniak

July 13, 2016

After 38 years the Los Angeles-based Candy Factory — as is the case with so many other Hollywood stars — is getting a face lift.

Loacker

Success drives expansion for Loacker

South Tyrolian wafer/chocolate specialist christens €70-million “greenfield” plant in Heinfels, Austria to meet capacity needs.

Bernie Pacyniak

June 29, 2016

As Andreas Loacker, head of research and development for the company, subsequently pointed out to the guests in attendance, “This must be the biggest project Loacker has ever undertaken.

Candy makers take note: Consumers will see right through you if you’re not transparent

Survey reveals shoppers read labels, expect ingredient transparency.

Bernie Pacyniak

June 22, 2016

A recent Label Insight study of more than 1,500 consumers discovered “that the vast majority of consumers value product transparency as well as consider a wide array of information about a particular product before making a purchase decision.”

FLIPZ Caramel Sea Salt

DeMet’s Candy Co., Stamford, Conn.

Bernie Pacyniak

June 8, 2016

DeMet’s Candy Co., maker of America’s most beloved chocolate indulgences, is introducing a new flavor to America’s best-selling chocolate-covered pretzel lineup.

Confectionery companies sell sweets, not nutrition.

‘The only thing that moves sales is health claims.’

AP article claims food research more about marketing than science.

Bernie Pacyniak

June 8, 2016

When I read the above quote from Marion Nestle, nutrition professor at New York University, I almost spewed my morning coffee.

HEXX Chocolate potent formula for success

HEXX Chocolate Paris Las Vegas marks Nevada's entry into the exclusive world of artisan chocolates.

Bernie Pacyniak

May 26, 2016

As a chef and head chocolate-maker at HEXX, Matthew Silverman is working with Executive Chef Matthew Piekarski to craft an American-style menu of contemporary and classic dishes from various regions around the country.

'Koch’in’ up a Kettle

Bernie Pacyniak

May 25, 2016

By now, most of you have probably heard the news: Mike Koch, v.p. of manufacturing for Morley Candy Co., is this year’s Kettle Award recipient.

This webinar will examine variables factoring into nutritionally improved candy sales, including ingredients, label claims, and alternative sugars.Better-for-you options remain top of mind for consumers who are searching for indulgences, but in a healthier format.

Bernie Pacyniak

ARTICLES

Cédric Barberet, newest Barry Callebaut Ambassador on Trump's wedding cake, his pastry shop

Bang Candy Co.'s Sarah Souther on making gourmet marshmallows in Nashville

How aXatronics' robot learned to tie ribbons on chocolate boxes

‘Candy Maker to the Stars’ gets a facelift

Success drives expansion for Loacker

Candy makers take note: Consumers will see right through you if you’re not transparent

FLIPZ Caramel Sea Salt

‘The only thing that moves sales is health claims.’

HEXX Chocolate potent formula for success

'Koch’in’ up a Kettle

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