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The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Shoppers spot ‘banging' new Cadbury's chocolate bar on shelves of bargain UK supermarket
EAGLE-EYED shoppers have spotted a brand-new Cadbury's chocolate bar on the shelves in a bargain UK supermarket. Cadbury teased the launch of the twist on a fan-favourite chocolate bar earlier this month, but has already said the treat won't be on shelves forever. 1 Sharing a video of the Twirl White Dipped, the British chocolatier said: "OK but we've really outdone ourselves with this one." The chocolate makers described the new bar, which is similar to a Twirl bar, but dipped in white chocolate as being "unreal, indulgent, smooth, swirly, creamy, melty, new, and mouthwatering". And now, the new bar has been spotted by hawk-eyed snack fans in Morrisons. Posting in the Newfoodsuk Facebook group, one confectionary lover said: "The new Twirl Bars are now available at Morrisons." Attached to the post was a picture of the limited edition bars on sale for £1 at the supermarket. The price tag indicated that the chocolate bar is part of Morrisons' £4 Meal Deal. Excited shoppers flooded the comments section of the post, to share their love for the sweet treat. One person said: "I've tried these and they are gorgeous." A second person said: "Tried it, was banging." A third person, tagging a friend said: "They're in Morrisons now! 'So excited' say Cadbury Ireland fans as new chocolate bar flavour to hit shelves TODAY "I know where I'm off to tomorrow." The chocolate bars have also been spotted in local convenience stores, with another Newfoodsuk post stating: "Wow, these are outstanding - closest bar you'll ever get to a Cadbury Snowflake! "We spotted these at our local convenience store!" Katya Savelieva, Brand Manager for Twirl at Mondelez International, said of the new bars: 'Cadbury Twirl has always been a fan favourite, so it's no surprise that limited editions like Cadbury Twirl Orange and Cadbury Twirl Mint had everyone talking. How to save money on chocolate We all love a bit of chocolate from now and then, but you don't have to break the bank buying your favourite bar. Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how to cut costs... Go own brand - if you're not too fussed about flavour and just want to supplant your chocolate cravings, you'll save by going for the supermarket's own brand bars. Shop around - if you've spotted your favourite variety at the supermarket, make sure you check if it's cheaper elsewhere. Websites like let you compare prices on products across all the major chains to see if you're getting the best deal. Look out for yellow stickers - supermarket staff put yellow, and sometimes orange and red, stickers on to products to show they've been reduced. They usually do this if the product is coming to the end of its best-before date or the packaging is slightly damaged. Buy bigger bars - most of the time, but not always, chocolate is cheaper per 100g the larger the bar. So if you've got the appetite, and you were going to buy a hefty amount of chocolate anyway, you might as well go bigger. "With smooth white chocolate surrounding our iconic milk chocolate swirls, the new Twirl White Dipped is an indulgence you won't want to miss - grab it as soon as you can and experience Twirl like never before.' The bar first hit shelves on June 2, and since it won't be around for ever, sweet-toothed snack fans should consider stocking up whilst they're still on shelves. Twirl bar were first released in Ireland in 1985, as a single finger bar. They hit UK shelves two years later in its classic double finger form. Eventually the Twirl bar solidified itself as a fan favourite among Cadbury customers. It has since earned its place in the coveted Cadbury's Heroes tin, available at Christmas.
Entrepreneur
2 days ago
- Business
- Entrepreneur
DS Group's Pulse Candy Becomes INR 750 Crore Consumer Brand
Over the past three fiscal years, Pulse has registered compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15 percent against a CAGR of 9 percent in the hard boiled candy segment You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. The Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group), a FMCG conglomerate and multi-business corporation, announced its popular brands, Pulse candy recorded over INR 750 crore at consumer price in the FY 2024-25. The company claims, it is India's largest distributed hard boiled achievement establishes Pulse's strong market leadership in the hard-boiled candy segment for the last nine years and its sustained appeal to consumers. Over the past three fiscal years, Pulse has registered compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15 percent against a CAGR of 9 percent in the hard boiled candy segment industry. In the initial years following its launch, Pulse candy prioritized the establishment of robust distribution thrust, focusing on both expansion and deeper market penetration. This enhanced system optimizes inventory flow, expands customer touchpoints, and improves market responsiveness. This results in a mature and well-managed supply chain. "DS Group's vision for Pulse, a confectionery brand in India, is to evolve it into a multi-format, multi-occasion offering. We plan to achieve this by strategically moving into adjacent product categories, exploring innovative new formats, and capitalizing on the rich tapestry of regional flavors. Our consistent focus on brand building, enhanced consumer engagement, and achieving deeper market penetration will help us maintain our leadership position. We're aggressively pursuing both domestic and international markets for expansion. On the domestic front, we're leveraging our robust distribution network that has a reach of over 35 lakh outlets across India," said Rajiv Kumar, vice chairman, DS Group. "Pulse candy stands as a testament to the evolving Indian consumer who is more value-conscious today and DS Group truly leveraged this understanding by disrupting the market with its pricing strategy. At a time when 86 percent of the hard boiled candy market was at the 50-paise price point, Pulse boldly launched at INR one. This wasn't just a higher price; it was a perceived higher value that resonated deeply with our palates and our pockets," Kumar added. Pulse was born out of a sharp consumer insight. Mango once captured 50 per cent of the hard-boiled candy market, with raw mango accounting for 26 per cent of this share, making it the dominant flavour profile within that segment. Leveraging the nostalgic element of the raw mango, DS Group transformed it into an innovative product.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Mars 'optimistic' as EU starts in-depth probe into Kellanova takeover
Mars today (25 June) said it is 'disappointed but optimistic' after the EU launched an in-depth probe of the US giant's planned takeover of Kellanova. The European Commission said it has 'preliminary concerns' the transaction, which would bring together brands including Snickers and Pringles, could lead to higher prices for consumers. Privately-owned snacks and confectionery giant Mars sealed a deal for Kellanova last August for $35.9bn but with the proviso the transaction would need to be approved by competition authorities. In a statement, the Commission said its initial findings indicate the acquisition could increase Mars' 'bargaining power vis-à-vis retailers' in the European Economic Area, which includes the EU as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway. Brussels said the companies 'each have a strong market position in several product markets in multiple member states'. The Commission said several – unnamed – retailers had 'raised concerns' about the prospect of Mars' bargaining power if the company acquires Kellanova's portfolio. In a statement, Mars told Just Food the combination of the manufacturers' 'complementary footprints and portfolios will deliver more choice and innovation to consumers'. It added: 'We are disappointed yet remain optimistic that this investigation will be positively resolved. We have cooperated with the regulatory authorities, furnishing substantial supporting information and will continue to do so.' Mars' takeover of Kellanova, formerly part of Kellogg Company before a demerger of the business in 2023, is one of the largest the packaged foods industry has seen in recent times, rivalling the 2015 merger of Kraft Foods and HJ Heinz. The EU has until the end of October to make a decision on the proposed $36bn deal. Mars said it now expects the transaction to close 'towards the end of 2025' but it added: 'The exact timing cannot be predicted with any certainty at this point. We look forward to delivering the benefits of the pending transaction to all Mars and Kellanova stakeholders.' The merger of Mars and Kellanova would create a business with annual sales revenue of at least $60bn and a product range that would house brands including Skittles confectionery and Special K cereal. The deal would cover the Kellogg's range of cereals outside North America. Mars also operates in pet food whereas its US peer does not. Plant-based foods, or Kellanova's MorningStar Farms brand, would also come under the Mars' umbrella. Just Food has asked Mars if the company would consider offloading assets to secure EU approval for its move for Kellanova. At the time of publication, Mars had not commented. 'By acquiring Kellanova, Mars will add several very popular brands of potato chips and cereals to its already broad and strong product portfolio," Commission EVP Teresa Ribera said. "As inflation-hit food prices remain high across Europe, it is essential to ensure that this acquisition does not further drive up the cost of shopping baskets. Our in-depth investigation will assess the transaction's impact on the price of these companies' products for consumers in the EEA." "Mars 'optimistic' as EU starts in-depth probe into Kellanova takeover" was originally created and published by Just Food, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Times
19-06-2025
- Business
- Times
Where luxury meets ASMR: Läderach chocolate
Founded in the postcard-perfect Swiss canton of Glarus in 1962, Läderach is one of the world's greatest chocolatiers. The family-owned company has been handed down over three generations, and the head of production and innovation, Elias Läderach, was a winner of the 2018 World Chocolate Masters award in Paris. Läderach chocolates are still made in Glarus, and the cocoa is sourced from 1,400 suppliers across Ghana and South America, with the team working closely with farmers to ensure that all the cocoa is certified by the Rainforest Alliance. You can buy Läderach chocolates at the brand's flagship store in Regent Street, London, or at its outposts at Harrods and Westfield White City. Many of the company's chocolates are presented in the form of a large tablet weighing as much as 850g, in flavours including milk chocolate and macadamia, raspberry and blackberry white chocolate, and dark chocolate pistachio. This allows you to have the satisfying feeling of breaking off piece after piece of chocolatey goodness without any boring portion control.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
This Louisville area candy shop was just named No. 1 in the country by USA Today
Well isn't this sweet news! Schimpff's Confectionery, the historic candy shop in downtown Jeffersonville, Indiana was just named the No. 1 Candy Store in the country by the USAT 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards. The store at 347 Spring St, Jeffersonville, Indiana, is one of the oldest continuously-operated family-owned candy shops in the U.S. Known for its original tin ceiling, red hot hoppers and hard candies, the shop is a staple in downtown Jeffersonville. The business, started in 1858 by Gustav A. Schimpff, was originally located on Preston Street in Louisville before moving to its current location in Jeffersonville in 1891, the Courier Journal previously reported. Warren and Jill Schimpff have owned the business since 1990, and have since expanded twice, once in 2001 and again in 2017. 'When it comes to candy, there's no age,' Mart Cain, a Schimpff's manager of nearly 15 years, previously told the Courier Journal. 'You can't go wrong.' More: This Kentucky lake just landed on the 2025 USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice list A visit to the sweet shop is not complete without peeking inside the Schimpff's Confectionery Museum or taking a Schimpff's tour to see how the store makes its cinnamon red hot hoppers. Schimpff's and the rest of the winning shops were initially nominated by a group of industry experts. 10BEST editors then vet these nominations and select a final set of nominees to be presented to the voting public for a period of four weeks. These are the top 10 candy stores in the country, selected by the USAT 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards: Schimpff's Confectionery (Jeffersonville, Indiana) Bright's Candies (Walla Walla, Washington) Marini's Candies (Santa Cruz, California) Lammes Candies (Texas) Squishington's Candy (Lawrence, Kansas) Big Top Candy Shop (Austin, Texas) The Farris Wheel Candy Co. (Wichita, Kansas) Sweet Pete's Candy (Jacksonville, Florida) Skip's Candy Corner (Lahaska, Pennsylvania) Henry's Candy Co. (Hamilton, Ohio) Reach food and dining reporter Amanda Hancock at ahancock@ This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Schimpff's Confectionery wins USAT 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards 2025
