Kjartan Gislason

Behind the scenes: Crafting chocolate excellence in the land of fire and ice

The coronavirus pandemic continues to pose the confectionery sector key challenges, but as Kjartan Gislason, co-founder of award-winning Icelandic business Omnom Chocolate, explains, there’s a renewed sense of optimism as conditions improve. Neill Barston reports

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Regulatory, Sustainability

Spotlight: Omnom Chocolate interview

Neill Barston, editor of Confectionery Production, interviews Kjartan Gislason, co-founder of Omnom Chocolate on the company’s development, including a major coup of featuring in a Netflix documentary with Zac Efron (pictured)

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability

Icelandic bean-to-bar business Omnom releases alternative Easter treat

Icelandic-based bean to bar manufacturer Omnom’s popular Easter bunny is reportedly taking a year off this April’s festivities – but he’s left another treat in for a mango-passion and milk chocolate almonds to celebrate, writes Neill Barston.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Sustainability