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1. 

   • Good for me
   • Good for the Planet

   The Year of Millets

   The UN declared 2023 “The Year of Millets.” It’s time to take a closer look at these delicious, sustainable, nutritious, gluten-free grains and how you can use them in your chocolate creations.

   The Year of Millets
2. 

   Think Outside the (Chocolate) Box

   From breakfast to late-night snacks, you have many opportunities to fill your customer’s day with chocolate-centered moments of indulgence.

   Think Outside the (Chocolate) Box
3. 

   • Flavor & Texture

   Go Nuts!

   Both peanuts and almonds rank among consumers’ top choices for add-ins to their favorite chocolate snacks.

   Go Nuts!
4. 

   • Popular Flavors

   2023 Food Trends

   Up and coming food trends for 2023. See what’s next in trending flavors and customer insights in bakery, pastry, and chocolate!

   2023 Food Trends
5. 

   • Business Success

   Inflation-Combatting Strategies for Chef and Artisans

   The worldwide economic climate continues to present challenges for small business owners. Explore ideas to help chefs and artisans continue to thrive.

   Inflation-Combatting Strategies for Chef and Artisans
6. 

   Ingredient Traceability

   Today’s consumers want chocolate they can trust. Let’s look at how you can incorporate authenticity and transparency into your business model.

   Ingredient Traceability
7. 

   • Popular Flavors

   2024 Flavor Trends: Ginger

   Pastries and confections featuring the punchy heat of ginger are right in line with today’s “Sweet & Spicy” trend.

   2024 Flavor Trends: Ginger
8. 

   • Good for me
   • Popular Flavors

   Top Trend: Fermented Foods

   Customers looking for a health boost are turning to fermented foods in ever-increasing numbers. How does chocolate fit in? We’re glad you asked!

   Top Trend: Fermented Foods
9. 

   • Popular Flavors

   Desserts Your Customers Will Fall For!

   The changing of seasons gets everyone excited for new flavours and the return of classic favourites. Create seasonal autumn specialities your customers will come back for.

   Desserts Your Customers Will Fall For!
10. 

    • Flavor & Texture

    The Enduring Appeal of Classic Confections

    63% of consumers agree that they like the same type of chocolate now that they did as a kid. Nostalgia is playing a big role in customer preferences.

    The Enduring Appeal of Classic Confections
11. 

    • Business Success
    • Popular Flavors

    Building a Winning Assortment

    Making sure your product selection hits all the right notes is a key factor to the success of your business.

    Building a Winning Assortment
12. 

    • Business Success

    Time to Glow-Up: Tips for Expanding Your Business

    “No company can afford not to move forward.” It’s time to grow your business!

    Time to Glow-Up: Tips for Expanding Your Business
13. 

    Everyday Celebrations

    Help your customers mark their daily celebrations with products created to help them share not just chocolate but an experience.

    Everyday Celebrations
14. 

    Plan your next menu with the latest 2023 trends

    Here’s our round up of the top five most adventurous food trends topping the flavour charts for 2023.

    Plan your next menu with the latest 2023 trends
15. 

    Discover the Latest Social Media Trends

    Here’s our roundup of the top three most important social media trends and how you can jump on them right away.

    Discover the Latest Social Media Trends
16. 

    • Good for me
    • On the Go

    The latest snack trends for chocolate shops and bakeries

    Whether they choose them to boost energy, replace a meal, or provide a little treat, customers are seeking snackable items.

    The latest snack trends for chocolate shops and bakeries
17. 

    • Celebrations

    Ramadan Flavors for Year-Round Inspiration

    Our Chocolate Academy™ Centers in Dubai and North Africa prepared inspiring recipes for Ramadan, showcasing both traditional flavors and innovative chocolate ideas.

    Ramadan Flavors for Year-Round Inspiration
18. 

    Discover the perfect fruit and chocolate combinations across the seasons

    We have listed some of the key fruits that are at their very best across different seasons. And of course, when it comes to desserts, chocolate is always in season!

    Discover the perfect fruit and chocolate combinations across the seasons