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Every year, as the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, one flavour takes centre stage in cafés, bakeries, and supermarkets alike: pumpkin spice. It’s a seasonal tradition so entrenched that the arrival of the Pumpkin Spice Latte...
Before it became the delicious treat we know today, chocolate had a very different role in society. In ancient Mesoamerican cultures, cacao was more than food—it was money, medicine, and a sacred symbol. The Aztecs, Maya, and other civilisations held...
As the European Union moves to enforce ambitious sustainability standards for cocoa imports, a growing rift is forming between regulatory ambitions in Brussels and the realities faced by cocoa-producing nations, particularly in West Africa. The new EU Deforestation Regulation, set...
In the heart of Tuscany, nestled among olive groves and vineyards, lies one of the world’s most celebrated artisan chocolate makers—Amedei. Known for elevating chocolate to a fine art, Amedei’s bean-to-bar philosophy and obsession with quality have earned it global...
Barry Callebaut, the world’s largest cocoa and chocolate processor, has once again lowered its annual sales volume and earnings forecasts for 2025, citing “unprecedented volatility” in cocoa prices and weakening global demand. This marks the third downward revision from the...
The global cocoa market is on high alert following reports of a looming 10% decline in cocoa output from West Africa in the 2025/26 season. This forecast, shared by industry insiders and first reported by Reuters, has intensified concerns over...
February 16 - 22, 2026 | Amsterdam Cocoa Week is set to captivate chocolate enthusiasts, industry professionals, and sustainability advocates at the historic Beurs van Berlage in Amsterdam. Organized by The Company Behind Chocoa in cooperation with the Chocolate Festival...
Fazer, one of Finland’s most iconic and trusted food companies, has officially launched construction on a brand-new state-of-the-art chocolate factory in Lahti, representing the largest investment in its 133-year history. With a staggering price tag of €400 million, the facility signals...
Chocolate is more than just a sweet indulgence—it’s a complex, sensory experience. Much like wine or coffee, high-quality chocolate carries a spectrum of flavours shaped by origin, variety, fermentation, and craftsmanship. If you’ve never paused to savour a square of...
Tucked away in the industrial hub of Kota Damansara, the Chocolate Museum in Kuala Lumpur offers an immersive journey through the world of chocolate. As Asia’s first dedicated chocolate museum, this vibrant attraction is more than just a tribute to...
