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Chocolate maker Silvio Bessone expounds on his philosophy of biodynamic agriculture at his restaurant, museum and production facility in Vicoforte, Italy.

Piedmont’s philosopher chocolate maker

Lessons learned over lunch with chocolate maker Silvio Bessone.
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Bernie Pacyniak
April 11, 2018
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Unlike Chicago — it actually snowed on the Cubs’ home opener — northern Italy is verdant with spring, very much in color and bloom. Until yesterday, Editor-in-Chief Bernie Pacyniak wasn’t familiar with who Silvio Bessone is. After enjoying a wonderful four-course meal “contaminated by chocolate” and listening to the man talk about his craft, he's truly grateful to have a job whereby he gets to meet such passionate artisans.


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Laica candy manufacturer

Technology, automation lead Laica to something bigger

Trio of siblings transforms Italian confectioner into a mid-sized mover and shaker.
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January 22, 2018
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The emergence of new competitors, as well as technological advancements, made it clear to Andrea Saini that Laica not only needed to invest in processing automation but in the organizational structure.
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Cloetta

Katjes buys Cloetta’s Italian division for $53 million

Purchase includes four production facilities, five brands.
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Alyse Thompson
July 6, 2017
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Katjes International GmbH, the international subsidiary of Katjes Group, has acquired Cloetta Italia for $53 million, pushing the German gummy manufacturer to No. 2 in the Italian confectionery market.

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Baci Perugina

Nestlé looks to expand its global reach with two big moves involving Baci Perugina and Damak

Nestlé works to make Baci Perugina a global brand; Candy maker also brings Turkish Chocolate brand Damak to U.S.
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Crystal Lindell
March 2, 2016
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Nestlé is putting a renewed focus on the Italian brand Baci Perugina, saying it plans to significantly invest in the brand to further strengthen this iconic Italian chocolate on the world stage.
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Ferrero

Focused On Ferrero: CEO Nunzio Pulvirenti talks company's operations, goals and hazelnuts

The 2014 European Candy Kettle Club award recipient typifies what the Ferrero Group stands for: innovation and a passion for producing affordable yet premium quality confectionery products.
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Bernie Pacyniak
January 16, 2015
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Amidst unprecedented growth and evolution, several elements have remained constant at Ferrero. For one, Michele Ferrero, chairman of the Ferrero Group, continues to do what he does best: innovate.
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Fanfare for Ferrero: Photos from the 2014 European Candy Kettle Club Recpetion

The European Candy Kettle Club celebrates the culinary heritage of the 2014 recipient's home base, Alba, Italy.
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Bernie Pacyniak
January 16, 2015
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In the land of Barello, Barbera, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo and Moscato wines and where prized white truffles are worth their weight in gold, there also resides the birthplace of Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello and, Nutella.
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ICAM

ICAM: Transitioning to 3G

After investing in a multimillion dollar production facility, ICAM has turned its attention toward harnessing the talents of third generation family members.
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Bernie Pacyniak
March 12, 2014
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While orchestrating the building and equipping of a 540,000-sq.-ft. cocoa and chocolate processing facility was a complex venture, choosing the right individuals from 17 eligible third generation family members to lead the company in the coming decades demanded even more skill.
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South Tyrolean talent

South Tyrolean talent: Former pastry chef turns to chocolate

Italian chef uses local ingredients to create specialty chocolate bars indicative of the beauty and bounty surround the Dolomites.
July 1, 2013
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Oberholler produces all his chocolate products by hand, insisting on only the finest local ingredients and his personal touch.
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Loacker

One-on-one with Ulrich Zuenellie

Loacker AG.Spa's chairman details investment plans that address company's continues growth.
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Bernie Pacyniak
July 1, 2013
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Last year, sales for the Auna di Sott, Italy-based wafer and chocolate specialisties company reached $350 million, about a 10 percent jump from 2011.
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chocolate and wine

Terroir and tastings: Pairing wine and chocolate has never been so delicious

Editor-in-chief Bernie Pacyniak travels to Italy and Washington state to discover some wonderful wine and chocolate pairings
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Bernie Pacyniak
January 9, 2013
Recent trips have —and I’m truly grateful for this — further enlightened me about wine and its wonderful connection to confections.
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