THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION FOR EVERYTHING CHOCOLATE
For many shoppers, chocolate is a small but meaningful indulgence — a familiar comfort that feels increasingly under threat. In recent months, shrinkflation has become a growing source of frustration across supermarket aisles, and Cadbury’s decision to reduce the size...
A Changing Taste in Chocolate Chocolate, once considered a timeless indulgence, is undergoing a quiet transformation. As inflation grips economies and cocoa prices hit record highs, chocolate manufacturers across the globe are rethinking their recipes. From beloved household brands to luxury...
As the global chocolate industry continues to evolve, understanding emerging consumer preferences is crucial for manufacturers, retailers, and chocolatiers. Barry Callebaut's 2025 Chocolate Trend Report offers valuable insights into the key drivers shaping the future of chocolate. This comprehensive study,...
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,...
Behind every chocolate bar lies a global supply chain stretching from smallholder farmers in West Africa to supermarket shelves in Europe and North America. Yet this chain is under increasing strain. In 2025, reports have highlighted a dramatic rise in...
Chocolate has always been celebrated for its complex, indulgent flavour, but until recently, much of the science behind its distinct taste remained a mystery. Now, researchers from the University of Nottingham, in collaboration with international partners, have published a study...
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...
