In a revolutionary breakthrough worthy of Willy Wonka, Cadbury has found a way to make chocolate that does not melt in hot weather.

Most people might not pair beer and chocolate, but this holiday season, that could be about to change.

For a limited time, this December, Sonic guests can celebrate the holidays with the Chocolate Mint Holiday Shake.

The seasonal specialty consists of premium creamy chocolate ice cream swirled with marshmallow and chocolate chunks.

Variety may indeed be the spice of life, but it is just a word until new and unique flavors add something to the mix and provide some of those variations. However, flavorings have met with a degree of controversy of late, as have manufacturer efforts to add diverse new flavors to traditional lines.

Customization toward specific demographics is a big driver in bakery and confectionery areas. Two presenters at Prepared Foods’ R&D Seminars explained the challenges and benefits of formulating for target markets—such as avoiding allergens—as well as for sugar-, fat- and sodium-reduction.

Scientists have found a way to replace up to 50% of chocolate's fat content with fruit juice.

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has ruled that cocoa powder and dark chocolate can help people improve blood circulation.

ZICO Pure Premium Coconut Water introduces its top-selling chocolate flavor in a 1L package.

Chef, author and product developerWilbert Jones comments on topics and trends at the 2012 National Restaurant Association Show and The Sweets & Snacks Expo.