| November 9, 2012 | News for the confectionery industry |
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- Bourdain, Ripert team on chocolate bar
Culinary celebrities Eric Ripert and Anthony Bourdain are teaming on a chocolate bar called Good & Evil, created by chocolatier Christopher Curtin. The bar is made with a rare cacao variety called Pure Nacional and sells for $18 at Curtin's online Éclat Chocolate shop. The Huffington Post
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- Gourmet Caramels line debuts from Van Otis
Van Otis, a chocolate company based in Manchester, N.H., has introduced a Gourmet Caramels line with flavors including Vanilla Bean, Pumpkin, Raspberry, Anise, Sea Salt and Molasses. Seasonal flavors, such as a pumpkin caramel, will later be replaced with holiday-themed items. Food Business Review
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- Spice allergies go under the radar, expert says
Allergies to spices are underestimated and could affect up to 3% of the population, according to data presented during the annual meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Spice allergies can require patients to use extreme measures to avoid triggers, including strict diets, which can lead to malnutrition, Dr. Sami Bahna said. HealthDay News
(11/8)
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Final Food Safety and Regulatory Webinar on Dec. 13
 On Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. EST, NCA will host its quarterly, members-only Food Safety and Regulatory Webinar to provide updates on the implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act, California Prop. 37 GMO labeling, anticipated changes to FDA labeling regulations and an update on front-of-package labeling. To register, contact Zara Khaleeli.
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The Story of Chocolate video released
The eight-minute film supplements the previously released booklet and website and comprises four segments on the origins of cocoa and the communities that rely on it. All NCA member companies may receive one complimentary copy with additional copies available for purchase either as a standard video or loop. Contact Nora O’Brien.
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- Agriculture Committee member pushes for Farm Bill vote
U.S. House Agriculture Committee ranking member Collin Peterson, D-Minn., exhorted House Republican leaders to take the necessary steps for voting soon on the five-year Farm Bill authored by the committee. "The election is over so it's time to get to work," Peterson said. "There is no good reason not to vote on the bill when we return next week, before Thanksgiving ... I remain opposed to an extension of any kind for any time." Detroit Lakes Newspapers (Minn.)
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- Mintel puts India on top for chocolate growth
 Chocolate sales in India grew 21% between 2008 and 2011, making the country the fastest-growing market for chocolate, according to Mintel. "Until few years ago, chocolate confectionery was considered a premium in comparison to sugar and gum confectionery, but major players in the market have found channels to manufacture and distribute their products at more affordable prices than before," said Mintel trend and innovation consultant Deepa Dsouza. CandyAndSnackToday.com
(11/9)
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