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   The Future is Plant-Based

   The plant-based movement is here to stay, with consumers seeking plant-based alternatives to their favorite chocolate treats. Are you ready to join the revolution?

   The Future is Plant-Based
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   Better Together: Pairing with Chocolate

   If you’re looking to mix things up or create a fun event, exploring flavor pairings for chocolate can be a great way to encourage customer engagement.

   Better Together: Pairing with Chocolate
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   Packaging Enhances Customer Experience

   Today’s artisan chocolate customers are shopping for a multi-sensory experience, and that starts with packaging.

   Packaging Enhances Customer Experience
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   The Gems in Your Collection

   Make Your Assortment Sparkle with Ruby and Gold. New tastes and visual appeal are what your customers are looking for.

   The Gems in Your Collection
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   Snack Attack!

   Our definition of a snack is changing, bringing opportunities to offer customers a quick indulgence or pick-me-up any time of day.

   Snack Attack!
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   Spice it Up

   Interest in spicy food is on the rise as customers seek new experiences and flavor sensations.

   Spice it Up
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   Upscale Brownies

   People with busy lifestyles crave homemade experiences more than ever. Brownies are a great on-the-go snack that can check all the boxes.

   Upscale Brownies
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   Going for Gold: The Timeless Appeal of Caramel

   Caramel sales have increased by over 18% since 2020, and there are no signs of a slow-down. Caramel confections will always be a top choice.

   Going for Gold: The Timeless Appeal of Caramel
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   Go Nuts!

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

   Go Nuts!
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    Citrus makes a splash

    44% of consumers look to citrus flavors to lift their spirits and make them feel happy.

    Citrus makes a splash
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    Transparency and Traceability

    Millennial consumers want to know more about where their chocolate confections come from; 30% actively seek sustainably sourced chocolate.

    Transparency and Traceability
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    Deep, Dark, Decadent: High-percentage Couvertures

    Want to create a high-end experience for your customers? Look to high-cocoa-percentage couverture!

    Deep, Dark, Decadent: High-percentage Couvertures
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    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
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    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
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    The Importance of Story in Marketing

    Today’s customers demand a lot from their chocolate. How can your marketing plan help you check all those boxes?

    The Importance of Story in Marketing
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    Worth the Indulgence: Pricing Premium Confections

    Generally, most consumers think “expensive” first when asked to describe fine chocolate. How can artisan chocolatiers overcome this perception?

    Worth the Indulgence: Pricing Premium Confections
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    Eat Well, Do Good

    3 out of 4 global consumers feel that businesses have a responsibility to lead social and environmental change.

    Eat Well, Do Good
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    Up with Upcycling

    Upcycling is important to today’s socially and environmentally-conscious customers.

    Up with Upcycling