THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION FOR EVERYTHING CHOCOLATE
The International Chocolate Awards have once again unveiled a packed and exciting calendar for their 14th annual season in 2026, bringing together the world’s finest bean‑to‑bar and craft chocolatiers. The Awards celebrate excellence in chocolate making, honouring outstanding products from...
Chocolate has long been one of the world’s most beloved indulgences, but the industry is undergoing a transformation. Rising cocoa prices, climate concerns, and shifting consumer expectations are prompting companies to rethink how chocolate is made. In response, a growing...
The chocolate world may appear to revolve around flavour trends and seasonal launches, but behind the scenes, it is shaped just as powerfully by executive decisions. That reality came sharply into focus with the recent leadership change at Barry Callebaut,...
When the festive season rolls around each year, many chocolate brands lean heavily on two powerful themes: indulgence and values. The former appeals to the senses, the latter to the conscience. For the holiday season of 2025, though, the second...
In the world of chocolate gifting, few periods matter more than the holiday season. But as we move through late 2025, the industry finds itself in the midst of a major shift: luxury and artisanal brands are gaining strength, while...
The global cocoa industry stands at a turning point. Pressured by climate change, depleted landscapes, and rising consumer expectations, producers and policymakers are scrambling to make cocoa production sustainable from tree to treat. Yet while traceability systems, sustainability pledges, and...
This Halloween, the sweetest holiday on the calendar has taken on a distinctly bitter edge. Across supermarkets and corner shops, chocolate bars and confectionery treats are noticeably more expensive, with some brands costing up to 25% more than last year....
Mars Inc., the global confectionery and pet care giant, has announced a landmark €1 billion investment in its European manufacturing operations. The ambitious plan, slated for completion by the end of 2026, reflects the company’s commitment to modernising its production...
In a move that has sparked conversation across social media and grocery aisles, Cadbury has reduced its Brunch bar multipacks from five bars to four—yet the price remains unchanged. This phenomenon, known as shrinkflation, is a strategy increasingly used by...
Chocolate may be a universal indulgence, but behind each bar lies a finely balanced network of tariffs, trade agreements, and commodity prices. In recent years, the competitive landscape has shifted dramatically. Trump-era tariffs, imposed as part of wider trade disputes,...
