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The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
World Chocolate Day 2025: Choc fans will love these travel ideas
So beloved is this cocoa-based confectionery that it's been conferred its very own day of celebration. World Chocolate Day, falling on July 7 annually, is a day that gives anyone with a sweet tooth the excuse to relish the gooey goodness of the saccharine snack. If you are a chocoholic, however, chances are you'd want every day to be one that's chock-full of chocolate. You might even dream of having a chocolate-themed trip. Should that be the case, here are some fun chocolatey things to do and places you can visit to eat, explore and enjoy your favourite treat. Chocolat Express travels from Bern to the chocolate factory in Broc. — Chocolat Express website Chocolate trains As if Switzerland isn't already tempting enough with its Alpine scenery and quaint villages, it also has to be home to numerous premium, high-quality chocolate brands as well. Don't miss the opportunity to sample all the Swiss chocolate you possibly can while visiting the picturesque European country. In fact, you should do so in the most unique way possible – by pairing it with a vintage train ride through scenic Swiss landscapes. Train Du Chocolat (Chocolate Train) is a round-trip transportation service that runs from the picturesque resort town of Montreux to the medieval town of Gruyeres. It's a day excursion that includes a stop at Maison Cailler factory and museum, where you'd gain knowledge about chocolate and eat plenty of sweet treats. There is another train service that offers a direct journey from Bern to the same Maison Cailler in Broc. Chocolat Express, as it's called, takes just an hour and 18 minutes. This train departs from Bern four times a day. Chocolate Museum Kota Damansara is the largest of its kind in South-East Asia. — Chocolate Museum/Facebook Chocolate museums While you're in Switzerland, pay a visit to the world's largest chocolate museum: Lindt Home of Chocolate. Opened in 2020, it also houses the world's largest chocolate fountain. Measuring over 9m tall, the fountain takes the shape of the brand's iconic round truffle with a giant whisk hovering above it, dripping 1,400kg of real chocolate. If you wish to explore only within Asia, then head to the second largest chocolate museum in the world. Located in South Korea's largest (and arguably most famous) island, Jeju, the chocolate museum is also unique in that it is made with the volcanic rock that gives Jeju its distinct look. If you do not wish to venture outside of South-East Asia, luckily we have the largest chocolate museum in the region right here in our backyard! Well, if you live in the Klang Valley, that is. Chocolate Museum Kota Damansara is definitely one we Malaysians cannot forget when talking about such museums. You can have a go at making your own chocolate bars here. Chocolate theme parks Usually when Hokkaido's capital, Sapporo, is mentioned, the food-associated word that comes next is 'beer'. Not at Shiroi Koibito Park, though. The chocolate-themed attraction is dedicated to the eponymous confectionery brand that has become synonymous with Hokkaido – anyone visiting this mountainous region in Japan will count Shiroi Koibito chocolate cookies as must-buy souvenirs. Offering attractions that range from cute cafes to adorable photo spots, the park also has what it dubs the Gulliver Town. It's basically a 'small' town for kids, as in the buildings here are shrunk to around their size. Another fun attraction is the park's Shiroi Koibito Railway Site, though this one doesn't open in winter. If you're more into trains that go around in twisty loops – aka roller coasters – then Hersheypark might be more your speed. The 119-year-old theme park is located in Pennsylvania, United States. Or, you can wait for the upcoming Cacau Park in Brazil. Occupying 700ha of land near Sao Paulo, it will open in 2027 with 35 attractions, one of which will be a 55m-high roller coaster – the largest in South America. The fashion show at Salon du Chocolat is one of its key attractions. — Salon du Chocolat/Facebook Chocolate festivals Eurochocolate is to chocophiles as Eurovision is to music fans. Held annually in Perugia, the capital of Italy's Umbria region, it is the largest chocolate festival in Europe – some say the world – as it draws roughly one million visitors every year. This year, Eurochocolate holds its 31st edition from Nov 14 to 23. Guided by the theme 'clouds/chocolate', visitors can expect to see fluffy cloud installations and cloud-shaped treats at the festival. Salon du Chocolat is another well-known chocolate festival. If you go to this, you'd get to experience something no other chocolate festival would have: A fashion show – as expected from an event born in the world's fashion capital. First held in Paris in 1995, the festival has since expanded to Lyon in south-eastern France as well as cities in other countries, such as Shanghai (China), New York City (US), and Riyadh (Saudi Arabia). Each city has its own date, and the main festival in Paris is set to hold its 30th edition this year from Oct 29 to Nov 3. It also recently made its Malaysian debut in Kuala Lumpur earlier this month, as the key highlight of the Foods & Drinks Malaysia B2B trade show by Salon International de l'alimentation. Malaysia also has its own fairly new chocolate festival. Specifically, it is the Chocolate Festival in Johor. While the 2025 edition has already taken place recently in May, you can always watch out for next year's edition. The festival doesn't feature just sweet treats. It also has art workshops, special appearances by local actors and performances by local bands, DJs and singers.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Italy's Ferrero to buy WK Kellogg in $3.1 billion deal
Italian confectioner Ferrero said on Thursday that it would buy US cereal maker WK Kellogg for $23 per share, valuing the company at $3.1 billion (€2.6bn). That's a premium of around 31% on Kellogg's closing share price on Wednesday. The deal could allow Italy's Ferrero to establish a foothold in the US market and focus on healthier offerings as consumer habits change. Kellogg, widely considered the original creator of cornflakes, owns brands like Froot Loops, Rice Krispies, and Krave. Confectionery companies have been hit by the rise of weight-loss drugs but also pressure from the 'Make America Healthy Again' movement, which is campaigning to reduce artificial dyes in cereals. Related Seeking significant growth, Euronext hails EU merger softening World Chocolate Day: The EU is celebrating with sky-high prices Ferrero has been expanding in recent years, buying Nestle's confectionery business and a number of other sweet makers. The Italian firm, which owns Nutella, Thorntons, Kinder, and Tic Tac, was founded in 1946 and is still under family ownership. Kellogg's performance has been lacklustre in recent years after it split from its parent company, Kellanova, in 2023 — and it now holds more than $500 million (€427mn) of debt. Kellanova is also creating its own headlines. The firm, which owns brands such as Pop-Tarts and Pringles, was bought by Mars for $36bn, a deal that is now facing an antitrust probe by European regulators. The deal between Ferrero and WK Kellogg is set to close in the second half of 2025.
IOL News
2 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
Sustainably Sweet: How Nestlé is Packing Decadence into Every Bite
Nestlé - Chocolate has the power to delight but also to drive change Decadent, delicious, and delightfully nostalgic biting into your favourite chocolate bar is a sensory experience that chocolate lovers around the world cherish. While chocolate's ability to bring joy is well known, what's lesser known is its growing impact on the planet—in a good way. Whether you are taking a well-earned break with KitKat, grabbing a snack-time boost with BarOne or enjoying the bubbly lightness of Aero - Nestlé's beloved chocolate confectionery brands have been delighting South Africans for decades. But to commemorate World Chocolate Day which took place earlier this week on 7 July, it's what's behind the bar that's making the real difference. Better Cocoa In South Africa, KitKat is made with 100% sustainably sourced cocoa—thanks to the Nestlé Cocoa Plan, launched in 2009. This initiative focuses on Better Farming, Better Lives, and Better Cocoa, and works to positively impact the lives of cocoa-farming families across Africa. One of the Cocoa Plan's most impactful initiatives is the Income Accelerator Programme, which has already enrolled over 10,000 farming families in Côte d'Ivoire. The programme encourages better agricultural practices—such as pruning and crop diversification—while also supporting children's education and empowering women within cocoa farming communities.
Deccan Herald
4 days ago
- Business
- Deccan Herald
Chocolatiers in Bengaluru reinvent menus as cocoa prices soar
Several Bengaluru-based chocolatiers told Metrolife the ongoing crisis has affected their pricing and demand. World Chocolate Day was observed on July 7.
NDTV
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
" Thoda Khana Toh Banta Hai": Here's What Rakul Preet Singh Indulged In On World Chocolate Day
World Chocolate Day is celebrated on July 7. On this day, chocolate was introduced to Europe in the 16th century, perhaps around the 1550s. And, what better way to celebrate the occasion than by enjoying this rich, sweet delight with your loved ones? Don't know about you, but Rakul Preet Singh agrees. The actress shared a video of herself relishing marshmallows with melted chocolate on Instagram. The clip featured Rakul with a marshmallow on a stick in her hand. Then, she dipped it into a chocolate fountain and took a bite. We could also spot a bowl of peaches and various kinds of desserts on the table. In the caption, she wrote, "Aaj chocolate day hai. Thoda khana toh banta hai [It is okay to eat a little]." Watch the full video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rakul Singh (@rakulpreet) Back in May, Rakul Preet Singh celebrated International No Diet Day with the cheesiest slice of pizza. In a video shared on Instagram, the actress was seen taking a big bite of a pizza slice and the cheesy string just wouldn't end. The side note read, 'This is your reminder: You're allowed to eat sometimes without guilt. Happy International No Diet Day." Watch the full post below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rakul Singh (@rakulpreet) Before this, on World Health Day, April 7, Rakul Preet Singh marked the occasion with a special Instagram post. The actress shared a bunch of pictures and the first one showed her sitting in front of a table full of yummy, healthy food. On the menu: fish fillet with roasted veggies, another fish dish in soy sauce, a fresh salad, creamy curry, burrata cheese with greens, rice, and tandoori chapatis. One photo even showed her happily enjoying a big plate of fried rice packed with veggies. Read the whole story here.
