THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION FOR EVERYTHING CHOCOLATE
Chocolate lovers across the globe are feeling the heat—not just from climate change, but from their wallets. The global cocoa market is undergoing a historic shock, with prices reaching an all-time high of $12,000 per metric ton in late 2024....
March 7 - 8, 2026 | Get ready to indulge your senses at Salon du Chocolat, the premier chocolate trade show making its sweet return to New York City. The Javits Center will transform into a chocolate lover’s paradise, showcasing...
May 19 - 21, 2026 | The Sweets & Snacks Expo, an eagerly anticipated event in the confectionery and snack industry, returns to the Las Vegas Convention Centre, in Las Vegas, Nevad. This trade-only event, organized by the National Confectioners...
When cacao first arrived in Europe in the 16th century, it was an exotic curiosity — bitter, rare, and reserved for the elite. But Europe didn’t just adopt chocolate; it transformed it. Over centuries, European chocolatiers reimagined cacao into the...
The global chocolate industry is navigating one of its most volatile years in decades. In 2025, the steep rise in cocoa prices — triggered by poor harvests, climate-related disruptions, and geopolitical instability in major cocoa-producing nations — has forced major...
Despite a turbulent year for the cocoa industry, 2025 is proving to be an exciting time for chocolate lovers. With cocoa prices soaring and production challenges looming, one might expect a subdued marketplace. Yet the opposite is true: confectionery companies...
When you think of chocolate, Asia might not be the first region that comes to mind. But that’s quickly changing. Although cacao cultivation and chocolate-making arrived relatively late compared to the Americas and Europe, Asia has embraced chocolate with remarkable...
In Latin America, chocolate is much more than a sweet indulgence — it’s a profound symbol of heritage, tradition, and economic livelihood. As the birthplace of cacao, Latin America carries a deep and enduring relationship with this sacred plant. From...
Chocolate is beloved the world over, but not all chocolate is created equal. Walk into any shop and you'll be faced with a range of options — from mass-produced chocolate bars wrapped in glossy packaging to small-batch artisan creations with...
In North America, chocolate is more than a sweet treat — it’s woven into childhood memories, festive traditions, and moments of indulgence. From the first mass-produced candy bars to the rise of award-winning craft chocolatiers, the story of North America's...
