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Whitakers Chocolates unveils Valentine’s Day range
In preparation of Valentine’s Day, UK chocolate company Whitakers Chocolates has created a range of cupid-inspired confectionery.
Top five features of 2017
Among the top five Confectioner Comment interviews to appear on Sweets & Savoury Snacks World in 2017 were Joanna Brennan, co-founder of Pump Street Bakery; Zeynep Turudi, founder of Truede; as well as Fulfil founders Tom Gannon and Niall McGrath.
Top five news articles of 2017
As 2017 nears to a close, Sweets & Savoury Snacks World looks at the top news articles to appear online during the year.
Top trends of 2017
As 2017 nears to a close, we’re looking at what the most-read articles to appear on the Confectionery Production website were this year.
Sugar supply
It has been a few months since quotas limiting European Union (EU) sugar production were scrapped on 30 September, and while its longer-term impact has yet to become clear, experts agree that EU output will rise, at least in the short term.
Festive indulgence
With the festive season firmly upon us, I’m already thinking about the sweet treats I’ll be gauging on over the Christmas break.
Clean confectionery
The founders of Tom & Jenny’s discuss the motive behind launching their US sugar-free caramel confectionery brand and plans to grow its retail distribution and product range.
Hershey to buy Skinny Pop owner Amplify Snack
Confectionery major The Hershey Company has agreed to acquire Skinny Pop parent Amplify Snack for $1.6 billion, a move that should be applauded according to some analysts.
Whitakers gains sustainability certifications
UK chocolate company Whitakers Chocolates is now certified to manufacture chocolate approved by the Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade and sustainable farming programme UTZ, a move it says will broaden its opportunities in international markets.
Aldomak acquires The Handmade Meringue Company
Scottish food producer Aldomak has acquired The Handmade Meringue Company for an undisclosed sum and secured its first export order.
Chocolatier launches bitesize snack packs
UK-based Adam’s Chocolate has launched bitesize packs of its goji berry & pistachio flavour and mint flavour organic cold pressed chocolate.
A look back at 2017
This week, the Confectionery Production team are busy pressing the December 2017/January 2018 issue, which has got me thinking about this year’s key trends.
Millennials continue to influence UK snack market
Global snacking firm Pladis has revealed its insights into ‘the new breed of snackers’ in the UK, with younger consumers snacking more than any previous generation.
Eat Real launches energy-boosting nut shots
Snacking brand Eat Real has unveiled its new range of raw Nut Shots, designed to provide energy boosts throughout the day.