The candy maker has signed a contract with one of the largest food retailers in the country and is working on additional contracts with other retailers.
A million-dollar investment, coupled with several licensing and contract manufacturing initiatives, has triggered a sales surge for the Florida manufacturer.
Grimaldi is probably the bestknown
and accomplished enrober of
potato chips, having staked its claim to
this sweet and savory item long before
sweet and savory became a national craze.
In building his own confectionery operation, Love has steadfastly held true to his philosophy of creating confections that reflect uncompromising quality, and eyecatching aesthetics.
"Americans love to eat with their
eyes," Love says. "I started my career as a
pastry chef, that’s been my life. However,
my passion is chocolate. So when
it comes to designing new flavors, line
extensions, I always think about them as
desserts."