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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
A classic Canadian chocolate bar just got quietly discontinued
If your childhood snack drawer included a Jersey Milk bar, this one might sting. After 75 years on Canadian shelves, Mondelez, the maker behind the confectionary best used for smores, has quietly pulled the plug on the creamy white-wrapped classic, citing low demand. No press release. No farewell tour. Just gone, like the last piece of Halloween candy you swear you saved. For many Canadians, Jersey Milk was a time machine in the form of a chocolate bar. Smooth, simple, no-frills milk chocolate. Like the kind your grandmother kept in a glass dish, or that showed up in Christmas stockings before fancy dark chocolate took over. Maybe it was the last chocolate you'd grab from your Halloween stash, before you'd take that bite that reminded you how good it really was. It wasn't flashy, but it was ours. Don't Miss Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? 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Even the Maritimes lost a legend: Ganong's wintergreen mints, a pink, puckering staple since the 1800s, were discontinued in 2019. And it's not just chocolate. Frozen favourites are melting away too. The Choco Taco — that crunchy, creamy dessert taco that tasted like freedom from the back of an ice cream truck — was axed in 2022. The internet did what it does, sharing memes, petitions and even garnering a joke from a U.S. senator about using the Defense Production Act. But it wasn't enough. You can add Jell-O Pudding Pops, Funny Feet popsicles and Good Humor's Toasted Almond Bars to the list. All gone. All missed. Read more: Here are — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? The business of letting go There's more behind this "candy purge" than changing palates. Food companies are under pressure, from rising cocoa prices, supply chain issues, inflation and limited shelf space. Nostalgic favourites that don't perform get quietly shelved to make room for protein-packed bars, plant-based snacks or TikTok-ready novelty candies. And there's money in nostalgia. Discontinued treats often spark bidding wars online. Specialty retailers and resellers capitalize on limited runs. One box of Cherry Blossoms might now fetch triple its store price, if you can find it. A final wrapper on the trend So what's a nostalgic snacker to do when the candy aisle starts feeling emptier? First, keep an eye on the shelves. If a childhood favourite starts vanishing from your local store, that might be your cue to stock up. Once the news breaks, prices can spike and resellers know exactly what you're willing to pay for a taste of the past. Second, take a closer look at those impulse buys at the checkout. As legacy treats disappear, you might find yourself indulging less, not just emotionally, but financially too. That quiet shift could actually be saving you money, one less candy bar at a time. Finally, there's a silver lining: the rise of DIY nostalgia. Online, there's a thriving community of snack revivalists sharing recipes for everything from homemade Clodhoppers to Cherry Blossom knockoffs. Recreating a lost treat in your kitchen might not come with foil or retro branding, but it just might taste like memory. One last bite The death of Jersey Milk is a business move, yes. But it's also another small goodbye to a version of Canada that's fading. As new flavours rise and old favourites disappear, the snack aisle is turning into a reflection of our changing tastes and the changing times. So next time you grab a chocolate bar, give it a second look. It might be the last one you'll ever see. What To Read Next Are you rich enough to join the top 1%? 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News.com.au
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Celebrations chocolate returns months after being pulled from Australian shelves
Chocolate lovers rejoice – Celebrations chocolates are making a comeback to Australia months after they was pulled from shelves. The popular box of confectionary was removed across Australian supermarkets in late 2024 after the Mars brand was unable to keep up with the increasing cost pressures and supply chain issues. The departure from Australian shelves sparked controversy online, including from influencer Russ Eats, who expressed his disappointment with the news on social media. On Thursday, the Mars brand confirmed boxes of Celebrations would be making a comeback, with the chocolates returning to shelves from mid-July. Prices will start at $16, with Mars favourites inside, including Snickers, Bounty, MilkyWay, Maltesers and the caramel and milk chocolate variations of Galaxy. Mars Wrigley managing director Ben Hill said the outrage inspired the brand to bring the beloved assortment back. 'The consumer response demanding the return of Celebrations last year was incredible, so we are thrilled to bring Celebrations back to supermarket shelves around the country,' he said. 'For decades, Celebrations has featured prominently at family gatherings, events and of course, celebrations of all kinds. 'We can't wait for everyone to enjoy them again and for hopefully many years to come.'
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ferrara's Holding Company Enters into Exclusive Discussions to Acquire CPK Group
Potential acquisition would add French confectionary company with leadership position in Europe to Ferrara portfolio of more than 30 brands Combination would further position Ferrara to create connections with and provide iconic, beloved candies to more consumers around the world CHICAGO, LUXEMBOURG, and PARIS, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A European holding company of Ferrara Candy Company, a top selling sugar candy company in the U.S., announced today that it has entered into exclusive discussions to acquire CPK Group ("CPK"), a leading French manufacturer and distributor of popular candies and chocolates, from Eurazeo, a leading global investment group. Ferrara Candy Company is a Ferrero-affiliated company. The proposed transaction will be submitted to the relevant employee representative bodies for consultation and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of this year, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. The planned acquisition would aim to combine CPK's strong position in the European confectionary market with Ferrara Candy Company's broad portfolio of sugar confections and history of breakthrough innovation and value creation, bringing more enjoyment to consumers across Europe and strengthening Ferrara's platform for continued growth. CPK would continue to be operated from France for French consumers and beyond. Created in 2017 following the acquisition of 14 brands from Mondelez and the combination in 2018 with the company Lamy Lutti, CPK is home to iconic candy and chocolate brands. The group is mainly active in three market segments: candy (notably with Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Michoko brands), milk chocolate with the British brand Terry's, and French chocolate brands such as Poulain and 1848, all of which are poised for growth. Headquartered in Chicago for more than 115 years and privately held, Ferrara Candy Company is a sugar confections company with sales in more than 40 countries. It manufactures iconic brands such as NERDS®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, and Dori. "CPK is a great portfolio of candy and chocolate brands well loved by the French and European consumer," said Marco Capurso, Chief Executive Officer of Ferrara Candy Company. "We are honored to be the possible future owner of this company and to work with its talented team and beloved brands." Upon close of the proposed acquisition, CPK's more than 900 employees would join Ferrara Candy Company. CPK currently has French manufacturing holdings in Bondues, Saint-Genest, Strasbourg, and Vichy, and all would be acquired by Ferrara Candy Company's holding company as part of the transaction. About Ferrara®For more than 115 years, Ferrara has created sugar confections that enable moments of sweetness, celebration, and connection for candy lovers of all generations. Today, the company is a leading sugar confectioner in the United States and Brazil, with sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of more than 8,600 employees creating and delivering hundreds of products sold under 30+ popular brands like NERDS®, Jelly Belly® and SweeTARTS® to more than 67 million U.S. households annually and popular Dori snacking products in Brazil. Ferrara's success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people. The company has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, China, and Thailand that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities. Ferrara is a privately held Ferrero-affiliated company. Learn more at or View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Ferrara Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
The Sun
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Win a copy of The Art Of A Lie by Laura Shepherd-Robinson in this week's Fabulous book competition
SET in 1749 London, this thriller is full of atmosphere. After confectionary-shop owner Hannah's husband is murdered, she starts to uncover his secrets and falls deep into a web of deception and lies. 1 But who is telling the truth? And who is really leading a double life? 5 lucky Fabulous readers will win a copy of this new novel in this week's book competition. To win a copy, enter using the form below by 11:59pm on July 19, 2025. For full terms and conditions, click here.
The Sun
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
COPY OF Win a copy of The Art Of A Lie by Laura Shepherd-Robinson in this week's Fabulous book competition
Set in 1749 London, this thriller is full of atmosphere. After confectionary-shop owner Hannah's husband is murdered, she starts to uncover his secrets and falls deep into a web of deception and lies. But who is telling the truth? And who is really leading a double life? 10 lucky Fabulous readers will win a copy of this new novel in this week's book competition. To win a copy, enter using the form below by 11:59pm on July 19, 2025. For full terms and conditions, click here.
