Bakery

During the 2013 Sweets & Snacks Expo, held in Chicago, IL, the National Confectioners Association bestowed 40 Most Innovative New Product nominations to companies showcasing imaginative ideas, concepts and products in two of the fastest growing categories in the marketplace: confectionery and snacks. Retail and wholesale trade customers then electronically selected one winner in each of the eight categories that help make up the $80 billion U.S. sweets and snacks industry. …

Cargill is increasing the range and availability of its certified sustainable cocoa and chocolate products for customers in North America. The products are the latest addition to the company’s sustainable cocoa product portfolio as part of its commitment to supporting sustainable cocoa and chocolate, backed by the Cargill Cocoa Promise. …

It may say Thomas' English Muffins, but the company behind the iconic breakfast food is 100 percent Mexican. Slowly but surely, through acquisitions and determination, Grupo Bimbo of Mexico is now the largest bakery company in the world—selling even more in the United States than they do in its home market Mexico. …

A push to allow home bakers to sell their cakes and cookies looks set to be signed into law by Gov. Bobby Jindal. The move is not without critics who fear less oversight in home kitchens and the undercutting of professional bakers' prices. …

The venerable and beloved baking institution in Old Strathcona, known for its healthy breads and birthday cakes, is shutting its doors on Saturday, June 15. …