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Rising Cocoa Prices Push Confectioners Toward Lab-Grown Solutions

sarahrudge — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 16:18:07 +0000

The confectionery industry is at a crossroads as soaring cocoa costs, driven by climate change and production challenges, reshape its future. Cocoa prices have surged to record highs, exceeding $12,000 per tonne, primarily due to climate-related impacts and supply chain disruptions in West Africa, the world’s largest cocoa-producing region. Lab-grown cocoa has emerged as one of the most…

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From chef to CEO: Matthew King talks Legal Sea Foods’ commitment to quality

Iain — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 16:33:55 +0000

Matthew King is a trained chef. But he’s also President & CEO at Legal Sea Foods. The two, we found out in a recent interview are not mutually exclusive. “I began my career as a chef working through restaurants, hotels, country clubs, and sports venues,” Matthew, or Matt as he introduces himself, begins. “You name the venue; I’ve probably worked in the kitchen. “I’ve worked in Boston…

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After 50 years, DeCicco & Sons still offers delicious produce with a side of innovation

Iain — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 08:41:18 +0000

What started as a small storefront business in the heart of the Bronx has since grown into a well-known market for perishable goods. This year, DeCicco & Sons celebrates its 50th anniversary. In honor of the customer service and employee empowerment expert, Food Chain shares the company’s latest growth plans and its strategy for innovative customer experience. “That has always been our message…

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Appetite for flavor

Iain — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 11:32:49 +0000

Many coffee roasters today face the same challenge – how to keep up with growing demand for unique, specialty coffees. Coffee lovers not only want exceptional quality, distinctive flavor, and a unique provenance story, they also want to know their coffee purchase is having a positive impact on farmers. Micro lot coffee has fast become a by-word for all these but, while highly sought after…

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