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DessertsIs Hershey Eliminating Artificial Colors?
Rumor from the US: the chocolate giant is ready to phase them out by 2027
The number of global companies deciding to eliminate artificial colors from ingredients is growing. The latest additions to the list include Nestlé (read the news EFA News ), General Mills (read the news... more
DessertsValeo Foods Acquires Melegatti
The Verona-based company joins the multinational controlled by Bain Capital
Valeo Foods Group, a leading European producer of high-quality confectionery, snacks and bakery products, has acquired the assets of Melegatti 1894 SpA, a historic Italian manufacturer of panettoni, pandoro... more
DessertsPernigotti incorporates Walcor: a new Italian confectionery hub is born
The group now has a turnover of 70 million euros per year, 340 employees and exports to 50 countries
Francesco Pastore appointed CEO. more
DessertsFormula 1: KitKat Launches Partnership With Mexican and Brazilian Grands Prix
New standards for better breaks on the track, in fan zones, in Paddock Clubs and on social media
KitKat, the official chocolate bar of Formula 1, will make its racing debut at the Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix in October 2025. Announced in November 2024, the partnership between Nestlé and Formula... more
DessertsLactalis and Nestlé team up in Canada
The two multinationals sign a commercial agreement for the launch of new iÖGO frozen yogurt
Lactalis Canada, active in the dairy sector, has signed a partnership with Nestlé Canada to launch new frozen yogurts that will be marketed through a new licensing agreement. The collaboration includes... more
DessertsFerrero invests €284 million to expand Brantford, Ontario site
500 new jobs to produce Ferrero Rocher and Nutella biscuits, for the first time outside Europe
The Ferrero Group has announced an investment of 445 million Canadian dollars, equivalent to about 284 million Euros, to expand its production facility in Brantford, Ontario, Canada. Expansion which, in... more
DessertsMondelez invests $79 million at Toblerone site in Bern
New production line in operation from autumn '25: more production capacity to become leader in premium chocolate
Mondelēz International has decided to invest $79 million in its Swiss factory in Bern where it produces Toblerone chocolate. A new state-of-the-art production line will be put into operation this autumn,... more
DessertsKinder Sorpresa... it's you: a dream come true
At Milan Design Week 2025, technology and creativity at the service of the customers
On the occasion of the Milan Design Week 2025, from Thursday 10 to Saturday 12 April in via Novi 2 in Milan, the Kinder Sorpresa Design Studio opens to the public, a one-of-a-kind experiential space. An... more
DessertsNestlé buys Hsu Fu Chi, a Chinese confectionery brand
The Swiss multinational with the remaining 40% acquires full ownership
Nestle buys Hsu Fu Chi, the cineNestlé confectionery brand acquires full ownership of Chinese confectionery manufacturer Hsu Fu Chi. The multinational has acquired the remaining 40% of the Chinese confectionery... more
DessertsKitKat: New references to satisfy growing demand
Nestlé invests 44.2 million euros in production plant in Sofia for production
Nestlé launches its new KitKat bars in Europe. The new products are designed to meet the growing demand for chocolate products. Valued at 7.5 billion Swiss francs, the bars are the second most popular... more
DessertsEurovo expands its offer with Waffelman
Acquires Tuscan producer of waffles, pancakes, crepes and semi-finished products
Eurovo announces the acquisition of Waffelman. Based in Monsummano Terme (Pistoia), the company specializes in the production of waffles, pancakes, crepes and semi-finished products and in 2024 recorded... more
DessertsMulino Bianco turns 50: 5 days of celebrations
Over 20,000 people involved in the event dedicated to the iconic Barilla brand
Fifty years of history celebrated with a big hug in the square, a dive into people's good memories to celebrate a brand consumed by 97% of Italians. The celebratory event for the 50th anniversary of Mulino... more
DessertsNestlé launches with Nescafè the new KitKat Mocha
The two brands have joined forces to create the new 104-calorie mocha bar
Nestlé has announced the launch of a new mocha-flavoured KitKat, which is the result of a collaboration with its coffee brand, Nescafé. The new bar is called KitKat Mocha and features a crispy waffle b... more
DessertsSammontana sells 100% of Lizzi to Vandermoortele
The company specializing in baked goods was part of Forno d'Asolo since 2019
Sammontana Italia Group has announced the signing of a binding agreement with the Vandemoortele group for the sale of 100% of the share capital of Lizzi, a Milanese company specializing in sweet and savoury... more
DessertsFerrero: consolidated turnover rises to 18.4 billion euros
Capital investments reach 958 million euros (+18%), driven by the USA, Italy, Germany and Chile
The Ferrero Group, through its holding company Ferrero International SA, has approved the Consolidated Financial Statements for the 2023/2024 financial year, as of August 31, 2024. The Group closed the... more
DessertsFerrero: consolidated turnover rises to 18.4 billion euros
Capital investments reach 958 million euros (+18%), driven by the USA, Italy, Germany and Chile
The Ferrero Group, through its holding company Ferrero International SA, has approved the Consolidated Financial Statements for the 2023/2024 financial year, as of August 31, 2024. The Group closed the... more
DessertsLotus Bakeries: 2024 revenue on the rise, driven by Biscoff
The only obstacle to the profits of the Belgian biscuit factory is the temporary limitation of the production units
After a 2024 closed with a record turnover (1.23 billion euros), Lotus Bakeries is confident in its flagship brand, but there are obstacles. Biscoff is a brand of biscuits widespread throughout the world,... more
DessertsBarry Callebaut, the volumes fall, the turnover rises
Chocolate giant closes 1st quarter 2024/25 with sales -2.7%; revenues up 53.9%
Barry Callebaut, chocolate producer and cocoa processor, reports results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2024/2025 closed with lower sales than expected "due to delays in orders due to the renegotiation... more
DessertsFerrero: Italian companies' turnover almost reaches 2.96 billion euros
Net Profits up across the board. Holding company's rises to 169 million
Board of Directors appointed, with Bartolomeo Salomone confirmed as President. more
DessertsUk. Nescafé and KitKat launch chocolate milk sachets
An "indulgent coffee" that is added to a number of other Nestlé confectionery collaborations
Nescafé has partnered with KitKat to create a "delicious chocolate milk" specifically for the "coffee break". The Nescafé KitKat Latte arrives in stores across Britain this week and, as the multinational o... more
DessertsThe New Tic Tac Is Coming
With the new Menta Ice reference, the Ferrero's brand with 55 years of history continues to innovate
The Tic Tac range is enriched with the debut of Tic Tac Menta Ice, a candy with a vibrant taste of intense mint, with an enhanced sensation of freshness compared to the iconic Tic Tac mint. It takes just... more
DessertsNestlé Fitness presents three new products with no added sugar
Cereals and cocoa and honey bars for a versatile and protein-rich breakfast
Often considered the most important meal of the day, breakfast is a ritual that helps you start the morning with energy and positivity. This is why Nestlé Fitness has created three new products designed... more
DessertsTuscany's Cantuccini: the recipes revealed to the public
Project funded by the Region aims to consolidate knowledge of the PGI in the area
Cantuccini Toscani Igp and consumers: a direct line is born. This is the objective of the project “Traveling with Cantuccini Toscani Igp” which was presented today by the vice president and councilor for... more
DessertsFerrero: all the new references for Christmas
From Rocher to Mon Cheri, a handful of classics re-proposed in the festive edition
To sweeten the wait for Christmas 2024, alongside the most iconic references, Ferrero presents the new Ferrero Rocher Grand Assortiment Advent Calendar, with a new and modern graphic that celebrates the... more
DessertsEridania celebrates 125 years with a special stamp
Issued by Mimit, celebrates the company among the excellences of the production and economic system
Eridania, an iconic brand of 'sweetness' in Italy, celebrates its first 125 years with a special postage stamp that tells and interprets the 'sweet history' that unites the company with entire generations... more
DessertsGalak, 60 years old and still going strong
Brand celebrates with Choco Milk, the new bar that combines innovation and tradition
There are timeless products that have the power to always remain young and alive in the minds of consumers. This is the case of Galak, the iconic white chocolate bar created under the historic Nestlé... more
DessertsInvestindustrial creates Vitalfood
Italcanditi and Csm Ingredientes are merged to supply fruit-based preparations, creams and candied
Competence, customer service and over 70 years of experience in the industrial and craft channels. These distinctive traits are the basis of the link between Italcanditi, a leading company in the production... more
DessertsPladis expands in Saudi Arabia: new headquarters in Jeddah
The snack company of the Turkish group Yildiz arrives in the Zahran Business center, in the heart of the city
Pladis, a division of the Turkish group Yildiz Holding and one of the fastest growing snack companies in the world, owns iconic brands including McVitie’s, Jacob’s, Carr’s, Ülker and more recently Godiva... more
DessertsNutella: now it is also "plant based"
The unmistakable brand experience available with vegan ingredients
After several months of rumors and anticipations, today in Milan Ferrero launches Nutella Plant-Based, the latest addition to the Nutella family: the same unmistakable experience of the spreadable cream... more
DessertsCantuccini Toscani PGI: production at 3543 tonnes in 2023
Over half of the biscuits are destined for export. And in the meantime the Protection Consortium launches a survey
Driven by exports, sales of Cantuccini Toscani PGI totaled a production of 3543 tonnes in 2023. A few months after recognition as a geographical indication, the renowned almond biscuits saw foreign markets... more
DessertsIrca, agreement with Domori Professional for premium cocoa
Gets exclusive rights to use the brand of Polo del Gusto in the B2B channel
Irca, one of the international leaders (from one billion Euro in revenues) in the production of chocolate, creams, fruits, pistachios, decorations and other high-quality ingredients for the food industry,... more
DessertsColussi acquires majority of German Dr. Karg’s
The deal expands growth opportunities in the snack sector
Presented in Milan the book "Colussi 1791. A family recipe", by Simone Marzari and Massimo Orlandini, published by Silvana Editoriale.Colussi has acquired the majority of the German Dr. Karg’s, an important p... more
DessertsThe Polo del Gusto debuts in Paris in the year of the Olympics
Agreement signed between Damman Fréres and La Tour Eiffel
The Polo del Gusto, holding company of the Illy family concentrated in the extra-coffee busines, becomes the protagonist in Paris, in the year of the Olympics. In view of the upcoming opening of the Paris... more
DessertsFerrero: 90% traceable hazelnut supply chain
Water consumption decreasing (-20%) and packaging 90.7% recyclable, according to the 15th sustainability report
The Ferrero Group announced today, with the publication of the 15th Sustainability Report, the latest progress made in the sustainability field. Guided by the Ferrero Group's long-term commitment to generating... more
DessertsIdb Group: growing sales and double-digit exports
Rovigo's confectionery company invests 2 million euros in the production of UHT muffins
Industria Dolciaria Borsari (Idb Group) closes 2023 with a growing balance sheet, in line with expectations and the start of a new production line. Last year, the group totaled revenues of 71 million euros,... more
DessertsFerretti Dessert: turnover rises to 8 million euros in 2023
The company estimates a further increase in turnover (+30%) at the end of this year
Ferretti Dessert, a company in the pastry and baked goods sector, founded and directed by master pastry chef Sandro Ferretti , closes 2023 with a growing balance sheet for the second consecutive year.... more
DessertsItaly: Treviso Tiramisu becomes a traditional agri-food product
Government includes the most popular Italian dessert in the specific list for Veneto
On the eve of the International Day dedicated to the most famous spoon dessert in the world (21 March), Treviso Tiramisu was included in the list of Traditional Agri-food Products of the Veneto by the... more
DessertsPernigotti and Walcor in the Association of Historic Brands of Italy
President Mastrobuono: "A contribution to the valorization of Made in Italy"
Pernigotti and Walcor join the Historical Brands Association of Italy. The two well-known confectionery companies, controlled by JP Morgan starting from 2022, have in fact become part of the partnership... more
DessertsForno d'Asolo taken over by Sammontana and Investindustrial
New Italian hub with a billion turnover in frozen pastry, dessert and ice cream
BC Partners has reached an agreement for the sale of the Forno d'Asolo Group (with the Milan based Bindi), an excellent producer and distributor of frozen bakery products, to a consortium formed by Investindustrial... more
DessertsLindt & Sprüngli: organic growth of 10.3% in 2023
Turnover rises to 5.55 billion euros (+4.6%). The largest market remains Europe
Lindt & Sprüngli, the Swiss premium chocolate production company, once again recorded double-digit organic turnover growth of +10.3% in 2023. In Swiss francs, the Group's turnover increased by +4.6% to... more
DessertsFerrero Usa launches the new "collection" for Christmas parties
For the first time in the United States the glass jars Nutella with four designs dedicated to the Christmas holidays
Ferrero presents in the United States its range of products dedicated to these Christmas holidays. The new range ranges from chocolates to candy and cookies. New products are already in US stores and are... more
DessertsGianduiotto, Caffarel is not opposed to introduced a PGI
It restates the company of the Swiss group Lindt & Sprüngli with an official statement
Caffarel is not opposed to the initiative of the Gianduiotto Pgi. Gianduiotto is a prism-shaped chocolate with a rectangular base made with chocolate called gianduia, symbol of Piedmont and of the city... more
DessertsKitKat launches a limited edition caramel
The brand will be present from 24 to 26 November at the Milan Games Week
This year KitKat, always the protagonist of moments of break, strengthens its presence in the world of e-sports and becomes the spokesperson for all Italian gamers by presiding over two of the major events... more
DessertsNespresso launches "Pumpkin Spice Cake"
For Halloween, the limited edition coffee arrives, made unique by the sweet notes of pumpkin and spices
Autumn is back, a unique combination of colours, flavours, scents and traditions, including Halloween. During the spookiest night of the year, adults and children alike have fun decorating pumpkins and... more
DessertsFerrero, new relaunch on biscuits with Kinderini
After the success of Nutella Biscuits, the group focuses heavily on breakfast
Seven years of studies, 50 million investment, over 120 new hires for the new line dedicated to Kinderini in the Balvano plant, in Basilicata. more
DessertsKellogg's Extra "Barista edition" celebrates the taste of coffee
The new reference adds to a wide line capable of satisfying the preferences of all palates
Coffee, which has always been a protagonist in Italian culture, is the non-alcoholic drink most consumed by over one in two Italians throughout the day. Symbol of conviviality, awakening and good humor,... more
DessertsNestlé celebrates its 110 years in Italy with a concert
On Saturday 16 September, the NATO band will perform at the Perugina factory
On September 16th the Perugina factory will light up with music and emotions and for the occasion will host an exceptional concert in the large green area of the factory. Filling the atmosphere with magic... more
DessertsBarry Callebaut: Kai Hummel is the new Global Head of Corporate Communications
The manager will take up his position in the Swiss confectionery company on 1 September
Kai Hummel has been appointed Global Head of Corporate Communications for the Barry Callebaut Group, a Swiss confectionary company, and will assume the position on September 1st. The manager succeeds Christiaan... more
DessertsLindt & Sprüngli: revenue growth in the 1H23
Forecasts for the year revised upwards thanks to sales growth
The first half of 2023 was very positive for the Lindt & Sprüngli Group. Compared to the previous year, turnover grew organically by +10.1%, reaching 2.09 billion Swiss francs (excluding Russia). Operating... more
DessertsFerrero: 92% of electricity comes from renewable sources
The Group's 2022 Sustainability Report marks further progress /Annex
The Ferrero Group announced today that it is on track to achieve key sustainability goals. Ferrero's progress is documented in the Group's 14th Sustainability Report, which highlights the steps taken during... more