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Podcast: Beyond the bar – What's helping chocolate thrive in 2026?
In this podcast, FoodBev Media's Siân Yates speaks with Soraya Testouri, inside sales and marketing at Meurens about the future of chocolate.
Grenade introduces limited-edition Creme Egg protein bar
UK protein bar brand Grenade has announced the launch of a limited-edition Creme Egg-flavoured protein bar ahead of next Easter.
Reese’s expands seasonal gifting range for Christmas 2025
In the UK, Reese’s has announced an expanded seasonal range for Christmas 2025, featuring both classic favourites and innovative new products.
Mars launches new line-up of seasonal confectionery for 2025 holidays
Mars has introduced several new limited-edition confectionery products for the 2025 holiday season across its M&M’s, Twix and Life Savers brands.
Barry Callebaut partners with NotCo AI to explore artificial intelligence in chocolate development
Barry Callebaut has signed an agreement with food-tech company NotCo AI to explore the use of artificial intelligence in chocolate recipe development.
CSM Ingredients introduces cocoa alternative ingredient range, Nuaré
CSM Ingredients has introduced Nuaré, a new carob-based range of cocoa alternatives for bakery and ice cream applications.
Syren Spreads launches first spoonable adaptogenic beauty chocolate
Syren Spreads has debuted what it calls the world’s first spoonable adaptogenic and botanical beauty chocolate, set to launch 1 December 2025.
Werther’s Original reveals new gingerbread flavour for the Christmas season
Storck USA has added a new festive twist to its line-up of Werther’s Original, with a limited-edition gingerbread-flavoured soft caramel, available across the US this month.
Made Uncommon doubles market share with acquisition of Seed & Bean, Love Cocoa and H!p
Made Uncommon, the parent company behind Coco Chocolatier, Up-Up and Otherly Oatm*lk, has announced the acquisition of three ethical chocolate brands: Seed & Bean, Love Cocoa and H!p.
Bühler introduces new CompactMix solution for chocolate and confectionery production
Bühler has announced the launch of CompactMix, a new solution for spreads, fillings and coatings in chocolate and confectionery production.
Barry Callebaut teams up with cocoa-free chocolate start-up Planet A Foods
Barry Callebaut has today announced a long-term partnership with Planet A Foods, a start-up innovating in sustainable cocoa-free chocolate alternatives.
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