Darrell Lea acquires Heritage Fine Chocolates Darrell Lea plans to add 50 jobs to its chocolate operations next year. Alyse Thompson November 9, 2018 Australia-based Darrell Lea Confectionery Co. has acquired Heritage Fine Chocolates following investment from a private equity firm earlier this year.Read More
Licorice trends: From tried and true to trying new Traditional licorice lovers stay true to red and black varieties, but newer users are open to flavor, size and textural innovations. Alyse Thompson January 12, 2018 When it comes to licorice, texture is king.Read More
Licorice Trends: Soft and healthy Licorice consumers demand healthier choices and authenticity. Valerie King February 19, 2014 As the world grows more obsessed with watching what’s in their food and how much of it they eat, licorice manufacturers are listening, respondingRead More
Darrell Lea’s new owner thinking big Tony Quinn hopes to launch new products, build a new factory, expand market share Crystal Lindell October 10, 2012 Tony Quinn hopes to launch new products, build a new factory, expand market shareRead More
Darrell Lea bought by VIP Petfoods Australian company to close remaining retail stores, layoff 418 employees Crystal Lindell September 5, 2012 Australian icon to close retail stores, but at least for now, Darrell Lea, will still sell its products through other channels.Read More
Australia-based Darrell Lea soon could be for sale Company under review, faces financial crisis Crystal Lindell July 11, 2012 Darrell Lea, known in the United States mainly for its soft-eating licorice, has brought in PPB Advisory to conduct an ongoing review of its business after growing concerns about its ability to meet ongoing financial obligations.Read More