New look and name
FORTISSIMO Chocolate has rebranded to coincide with its 15th anniversary, and will now trade under its new name – Raw Chocolate Company.
Mum’s the word for display team
WHOLESALER Palmer & Harvey has teamed up with chocolate firm Lindt to help retailers in the run-up to Mother’s Day.
A special Lindor free-standing...
What do we think about chocolate?
Women lead on impulse purchases, multipacks and Fairtrade and have more concerns about fat content. Men are more likely to snack on chocolate and...
Some new singles on the market
Following the successful launch of its sharing sized bars, Mackie’s has elected to roll out all four flavours from its chocolate range in the new smaller format .
Polls close for new Swizzels
Swizzels has turned to the public for help in making the final choice over its next sweet creation
Year of flavour – Latest from chocolatiers
FOR chocolate confectionery this year will be all about flavour, says ethical chocolate company Madecasse.
Founded in 2008 the company produces single-origin chocolate bars made...
Be prepared for the mini gifting moments
There’s more to spring sales than Easter alone
Reese’s makes a frightful return for Halloween with a chance to win tickets to...
Reese's has unveiled its Halloween themed range for 2025 with a competition that gives shoppers the chance to win tickets to an exclusive screening of Scream 7.
Chocolate for breakfast
Chocolate brand Oreo is now available as a breakfast cereal
‘Unexplainable’ ad bursts onto screens
CONFECTIONERY manufacturer Wrigley has launched its latest TV advertising campaign for Starburst, suggesting it’s ‘unexplainably juicy’.
The new ‘Land of Intensity’ ad first aired...
Kurkure asian-inspired snacks boost sales
Asian-inspired snacks Kurkure see a boost in sales during special occasions, data shows.
Hancocks stocks up on new film PEZ dispensers
Confectionery wholesaler Hancocks has rolled out a new range of PEZ dispensers featuring characters from iconic brands Lilo & Stitch, Minecraft and Hello Kitty.
Mars Wrigley rolls out new Easter range
Confectionery giant Mars Wrigley has launched its Easter range for 2025, allowing retailers to get a head start on the season for next year.
Facelift for an island treat
Madagascan chocolate has a new look
Dark chocolate brand Madecasse has undergone a full packaging revamp with the goal of making the product more memorable...
The big tease is over – New product from Mars scientists
CHOCOLATE company Mars had been keeping it secret ... but teasing about the development for weeks. Something was about to happen on one of...
Fini pushes PMP solution
Family confectionery business Fini believes its PMP packs are perfect for driving impulse sweets purchases in the convenience channel.








































