Chocolate News

Ruby chocolate identification receives F.D.A. temporary permit

FOOD BUSINESS NEWS The Food and Drug Administration in the Nov. 22 issue of the Federal Register issued a temporary permit that allows Barry Callebaut USA L.L.C. to market test a product identified as ruby chocolate even though it deviates from the U.S. standards of identity for chocolate products.

5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty for Having Dessert

THRIVE GLOBAL

We know that eating a huge amount of sweets isn’t the healthiest choice, as this can lead to a range of health issues in the future. But it’s not advisable to live on a restrictive diet for the rest of your life either! When eating a balanced diet, we can allow ourselves to indulgences once a week or so. It’s okay to reward yourself with desserts occasionally. In fact, there are at least 5 good reasons why you shouldn’t feel guilty.

Happy National Chocolate Day!  November 29, 2019

 

8 unbelievable facts about the $103 billion chocolate industry

INSIDER

Chocolate is one of the world’s favorite foods, and the global chocolate industry is worth over $100 billion dollars. Behind one of our favorite foods is a $103 billion industry with aspects most people don’t know about — some sweet, and others that might leave a bitter taste in your mouth. Read on (click here) for eight surprising facts about the chocolate industry.

No, we won’t run out of chocolate by 2050

DW

News of a global chocolate doomsday has gone viral, with chocoholics fearing an end to their fix. But don’t panic: Chocolate is not on the brink of extinction — yet. Check out the full story, here.