the art of the belgian chocolate
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Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT) is visiting London from 8 - 9 September to showcase the art of Belgian Chocolate. Discover 14 top notch chocolate companies from Flanders and get their contact details.TRANSCRIPT
THE ART OF
BELGIAN CHOCOLATE
8 SEPTEMBER 2014
LONDON
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ORGANISER
FLANDERS INVESTMENT & TRADE
Koning Albert II-laan 37
1030 BRUSSELS
BELGIUM
T +32 2 504 87 11
www.flandersinvestmentandtrade.com
Ms Claire TILLEKAERTS, Chief Executive Officer
Activities:
The Flanders Investment & Trade agency promotes sustainable international business, in the interest
of both Flanders-based companies and overseas enterprises.
Whatever sector you are involved in, Flanders Investment & Trade will help you establish contact
with the Flemish companies you are looking for.
This includes not only products or services you may be sourcing, but also various types of business
relationships, from joint ventures to technology transfers.
At another level Flanders Investment & Trade enhances Flanders’ position as the gateway to Europe
for inward investors. The Agency identifies, informs, advises and supports overseas enterprises by
establishing production and research facilities, contact centres, headquarters, logistics operations
and the like in Flanders, the northern region of Belgium.
This broad focus on international entrepreneurship, involving outward trade as well as inward
investments, requires not only a thorough knowledge of Flemish economy, but also an extensive
network outside of Flanders.
We have just that for you. Do visit our website and discover our worldwide network. With over
90 offices we are bound to be conveniently located near you, wherever you are.
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FLANDERS INVESTMENT & TRADE - LONDON
Mr Ben DE SMIT
Economic Representation of Flanders in the UK
Flanders House
1a Cavendish Square
London W1G OLD
United Kingdom
T +44 (0)20 7307 7710
Ms Eve DEVOLDERE
Commercial Deputy
FLANDERS INVESTMENT & TRADE - BRUSSELS
Mr Lukas VANACKER
Area Manager Northern Europe
T +32 504 88 05
VISIT FLANDERS
Flanders House
1a Cavendish Square
LONDON W1G OLD
UNITED KINGDOM
T +44 (0)20 7307 7738
www.visitflanders.co.uk
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PARTICIPANTS
BARÚ ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
BELFINE .................................................................................................................................................... 6
BELGIAN PARTICIPATIONS COMPANY ..................................................................................................... 8
CENTHO-CHOCOLATES .......................................................................................................................... 10
CHOCOLATERIE CARRÉ .......................................................................................................................... 12
CHOCOLATERIE HERMES & CHOCOLATE DESIGN.................................................................................. 14
CONFISERIE LEONIDAS .......................................................................................................................... 16
DELICE .................................................................................................................................................... 18
DOBLA BELGIUM PRODUCTIONS........................................................................................................... 20
KIM’S CHOCOLATES ............................................................................................................................... 22
NEUHAUS ............................................................................................................................................... 24
PARTY PARTNERS................................................................................................................................... 26
STARBROOK CHOCOLATE COMPANY .................................................................................................... 28
VALENTINO CHOCOLATIER .................................................................................................................... 30
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BARÚ
Industrielaan 4
B - 3590 Diepenbeek
BELGIUM
T +32 11 85 05 44
www.baru.be
Delegate:
Mr Maarten KRIKKEN, Export Manager
Company description:
Dark and pure, rich and honest... as long as it says BARÚ on the outside, you know you’re in for a
delicious treat!
BARÚ is a small manufacturer with a sense of fun and magic. Made in small batches, their dedication
to using premium ingredients and traditional Belgian expertise ensures that everything they do is full
of both flavour and creativity.
At BARÚ, innovation and indulgence are rolled into one. All natural, no flavouring or any other funny
business. Just a decadent yet honest indulgence for a moment of swirly inspiration!
Take their signature marshmallows as an example. Produced with real honey and ground vanilla pods
as a softer mallow and smothered in real quality Belgian chocolate, they were introduced at the
London Speciality Show in 2013. Now Barú presents the first range of premium marshmallow bars.
And let’s not forget their chocolate Hippo range which combines traditional home-made fillings in an
eye catching shape and packaging design. Their deep aromatic house blend cocoa powder
complemented with an array of tiny dark Belgian chocolate figurines, fluffy marshmallows or chai
spices, will bring a smile to your face.
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BELFINE
Spieveldstraat 29
B – 9160 Lokeren
BELGIUM
T +32 9 340 51 00
F +32 9 340 51 08
www.belfine.com
Delegate:
Mr Arnoud PERSOON, Account Manager
Company description:
The Belfine Finger Pup’pets are 3 nicely decorated Belgian chocolate figures on colourful rings. Meet
lion ‘Lionel’, clown ‘Pipo’ and monkey ‘Tito’ in their circus.
It’s a unique (worldwide patent pending) & original concept made with delicious top quality Belgian
chocolate. A cute and fun treat for children aged 3 to 10. And what’s even more, after eating the
chocolate children can still do lots of funny things with the rings.
Check out www.fingerpuppets.be. On this site parents and children can download more figures and a
circus tent to colour, cut and play. Fun guaranteed!
At Belfine we also make nicely decorated Belgian chocolate hollow figures, lollipops, relief figures
and bars for every special occasion. Visit ‘The Chocolate Country®” (www.belfine.com) to discover
our beautiful assortment.
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BELGIAN PARTICIPATIONS COMPANY
Lostraat 51
B – 9850 Merendree
BELGIUM
T +32 475 64 18 86
www.cucu-la-praline.com
Delegates:
Mr Jean-Michel MAERTENS, CEO
Mr Grégoire VAN DEN OSTENDE, Consultant
Company description:
Cucu, a twin praline for a sweet battle.
Cucu is not just another Belgian chocolate. Cucu is an enjoyable chocolate concept that will, once
shared, become a sweet battle.
Find a friend, a sweetheart maybe and split the treat in half. Beware though, enjoying Cucu is not
without risk. The one who gets the bean hopefully also has the guts to take the challenge. He’ll need
it! Cucu is also your edible ‘heads or tails’. Sweeter of course, but challenging nevertheless.
Cucu is a 23g (0.81 ounce) milk chocolate filled with praliné, made in Belgium only using organic and
fair trade ingredients.
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CENTHO-CHOCOLATES
Veeweidestraat 3
B – 3080 Tervuren
BELGIUM
T +32 2 767 07 74
www.centho.be
Delegate:
Mr Geert DECOSTER, CEO
Company description:
Centho-Chocolates is a young and dynamic company that works exclusively with origine-chocolate.
Through our expert knowledge and our passion we are capable to create with these origine-
chocolates, subtle combinations with fruit, spices, nuts and many more ingredients.
Centho-Chocolates has created a collection of “flavours of the world” that provides a harmonious
and true sensation of taste.
“Premium” chocolates: 8,5g (0.30 ounce) each, bulk goods vacuum packed.
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CHOCOLATERIE CARRÉ
Stationsstraat 51b
B – 8552 Moen-Zwevegem
BELGIUM
T +32 56 64 85 34
F +32 56 72 24 25
www.carrechocolates.be
Delegates:
Mrs Mieke VAN DEN BREMT, Owner
Mrs Elie VAN DEN BREMT, Sales Director
Company description:
Carré chocolates is proud to announce a unique handmade product: ChocOBeer praline.
For the first time a master chocolatier developed a product that combines two established Belgian
traditions: rich beers and the highest quality of chocolate.
More than twenty years ago, master chocolatier Dirk Naert dusted off an authentic and traditional
recipe for liqueur filled chocolates. Using a technique that was considered to be too labour intensive
by many fellow craftsmen, Carré chocolates developed a diverse assortment of pralines with liquid
filling.
Thanks to its spirit of experimentation and innovation the company now boasts an internationally
renowned wide range of pralines ranging from classic liqueurs, sprightly cocktails to wine.
Experimentation with tradition led Carré Chocolates to what turned out to be an obvious choice for
Belgium, combining delicious beers and high-quality chocolate. The term ‘obvious’ however is rather
misleading. Covering a liquid such as beer with a thin layer of real Belgian chocolate requires
expertise, not only from the chocolatier but also from the brewer. The missing link was found at
Bockor Brewery which didn't hesitate to share its tradition in order to create of a new product that
embraces those two noble crafts. Later Brewery Palm and Brewery The Halve Maan followed suit.
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CHOCOLATERIE HERMES & CHOCOLATE DESIGN
Jan Van Nassaustraat 20 Krevelstraat 18
B – 9600 ronse 9000 Gent
BELGIUM Belgium
T +32 55 20 91 69 +32 9 233 16 31
[email protected] [email protected]
www.chocolaterie-hermes.be www.choclatedesign.be
Delegates:
Mr Leander DE CAUTER, Managing Director, Chocolaterie Hermes
Mrs Caroline GOOSSENS, Chocolatier, Chocolaterie Hermes
Mr Filip DE BAUDRINGHIEN, Owner, Chocolate Design
Company description:
Chocolaterie Hermes
Delicious Belgian pralines!
With its ‘Hermes’ and ‘de Granvelle’ brands, Chocolaterie Hermes wishes to continue the tradition of
quality and craftsmanship in premium chocolate which has been the hallmark of our workshop since
1958. Our chocolatiers use only the very best natural ingredients to produce our enrobed and
moulded filled chocolates.
All of our fillings (caramel, praliné, ganache, crème etc.) are freshly made in-house. This is the only
way to guarantee the very best pralines. We combine this high-end craftsmanship with a production
capacity that can also deliver large orders.
Chocolate Design
We are a new business encompassing two young Belgian Chocolate companies.
The first one is Chocolate design and is specialized in designing new chocolate products and
chocolate prints (transfer sheets). The second one is Chocolaterie Hermes, a manufacturer of
traditional Belgian Premium Chocolates. The new snack is the premier result of their collaboration.
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CONFISERIE LEONIDAS
Jules Graindorlaan 41-43
B – 1070 Brussels
BELGIUM
T +32 2 522 19 57
F +32 2 522 83 49
www.leonidas.com
Delegates:
Mr Filip VANDEVYVER, International Sales Director
Mr Sebastien SCHWARTZ, UK Sales Supervisor
Company description:
Since its very first creations, Leonidas’ recipe for success is based on the virtue of impeccable
freshness. Today, Leonidas makes more than 100 varieties of Belgian chocolates of the highest
quality and freshness, never using frozen products and always using chocolate made of 100% pure
cocoa butter.
Only ingredients of the finest quality are used in the making of Leonidas pralines: real Belgian
chocolate make the base of each creation, fresh butter, fresh cream, milk cream, hazelnuts from
Turkey, Morello cherries from the Périgord, almonds from Italy and Valencias oranges, just to name a
few.
Also, to be in line with European food companies, Leonidas has for several years now integrated the
HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) quality control standard to ensure a high level of
a safety and security in the manufacturing and delivery chain of its products.
Built on the philosophy of "making pralines accessible to all", Leonidas continues to create original
and gourmet products in a spirit of sharing. For four generations now, Leonidas bestows the same
amount of respect and significance to the legacy of its founder. Today, the company continues its
craft with tireless passion and with an absolute respect for tradition in the pursuit of guaranteeing
100% quality and 100% pleasure.
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DELICE
Filips Van de Elzaslaan 18
B – 8500 Kortrijk
BELGIUM
T +32 56 25 82 13
F +32 56 21 63 76
www.delice-chocolaterie.be
Delegate:
Mr Jean-Pierre HAUSPY, Manager
Company description:
After 10 years of service in the world of Patry, Marc Hauspy started his own chocolate confectionary
in 1976. A few years later, his wife Harolda joined him and they opened a new shop and production
workshop in 1978. By the end of 2003, the company was taken over by their son Jean-Pierre Hauspy
and his wife Jocelyne.
Today, the chocolate confectionary Délice is well-known and enjoys an excellent reputation both in
Belgium and abroad. Together with our professional team, we guarantee a constant level of quality.
The future encourages us to produce innovative and quality chocolate products without
compromises.
We pursue long-term relationships with our professional customers and always try to add an extra
dimension to their brand image.
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DOBLA BELGIUM PRODUCTIONS
Lindekensbaan 91A
B – 2560 Nijlen
BELGIUM
T +32 3 491 93 33
F +32 9 488 36 76
www.dobla.com
Delegate:
Mr Gerben VAN BOEIJEN, Export Manager
Company description:
Dobla is the leading manufacturer of chocolate decorations, cups and toppings. All made from the
best Belgian chocolate you can find. Dobla has five production and distribution facilities globally (in
Holland, Belgium, USA and Vietnam) and supplies to bakeries, pastry shops, hotels, restaurants,
foodservice distributors, supermarkets and retail shops.
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KIM’S CHOCOLATES
Grijpenlaan 11
B – 3300 Tienen
BELGIUM
T +32 16 55 15 80
F +32 16 56 92 42
www.kimchoc.be
Delegates:
Mr Wim SCHOOVAERTS, Commercial Director
Mr Kim DONDERS, Export Sales Manager
Company description:
Kim’s Chocolate (Tienen, Belgium) is the leading manufacturer of premium Belgian chocolates in
private label, also offering our control brand “Cachet”. We present a vast range of high quality
chocolates, bars and tablets for retailers, gourmet stores, food service and hospitality services.
If you are looking for unique and high quality products, if you are interested in innovative design and
packaging and if you prefer to work with a world-class manufacturer who is truly committed to
environmental, social and sustainable issues, please visit us or contact us on [email protected].
New on display: fresh sealed chocolates! Each chocolate is individually flow packed (IFP) to protect it
from the environment, to keep it hygienically safe and sound, and to preserve the chocolate’s
freshness.
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NEUHAUS
Postweg 2
B – 1602 Vlezenbeek
BELGIUM
T +32 2 568 22 00
www.neuhaus-online-store.com
Delegates:
Mr Jean-Pierre DECREE, Director Business Development
Mr Nicolas BOUVE, GM Corné Port Royal
Company description:
Neuhaus is passionate about creating exquisite chocolate since 1857. All our chocolates are made
with top-quality ingredients with over 157 years of know-how and craftsmanship in our ateliers
located in Brussels, Belgium.
With brands as Neuhaus, Jeff de Bruges, Corné Port Royal and Astrio, Neuhaus Créateur Chocolatier
is internationally renowned with boutiques across the globe. Neuhaus is also an official supplier to
the Belgian Royal Court.
Furthermore, Neuhaus is now opening its expertise and outstanding quality to national and
international retailers looking for Private Label programs offering superior quality at competitive
price.
Neuhaus is BRC certified and is member of the Quality Partner Program from Barry Callebaut.
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PARTY PARTNERS
Simon Stevinplaein 16/001
B – 8000 Brugge
BELGIUM
T +32 50 33 84 96
F +32 50 34 02 70
www.choc-o-lait.be
Delegates:
Mr Frank DECUYPER, CEO & Owner
Mr Gunther DE BRUYN, Sales Manager
Company description:
Sheer heaven on a stick!
Choc-o-lait is the perfect creation for all those out there who love real hot chocolate. Choc-o-lait was
created in early 2004. As with most great ideas, the concept is simplicity itself: a wooden stick or
spoon with a block of real Belgian chocolate on the end. Stir for a minute in a mug of hot milk (80° C)
and there you have it - the most delicious hot chocolate you could ever wish for.
Now we’re launching a new line – Choc-up your tea or coffee!
With the new and revolutionary Choc-up mini sticks, lovers of coffee or tea add an exceptional taste
experience to their cup of hot drink. Stir the flavour stick during one minute in your tea or coffee and
make yourself a rich and creamy hot drink. Coffee with chocolate, it is a combination no gourmet
dares to doubt. The range consists of Hazelnut, Speculoos, Vanilla and Caramel. The tea version is
even more surprising and creates a very special chocolate experience. The flavours for tea are Honey,
Raspberry, Yuzu and also Vanilla.
Do come and taste our delicious products and tell us which one is your favourite!
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STARBROOK CHOCOLATE COMPANY
Klaus Michael Kuehnelaan 3
B – 2440 GEEL
BELGIUM
T +32 14 23 03 33
F +32 14 23 00 45
www.starbrook-airlines.com
Delegates:
Mr Patrick GILLIS, CEO
Mrs Caroline VANHERCK, Export Manager
Company description:
Starbrook Chocolate Company (SCC), a very successful and delicious collaboration between an artist
and a businessman.
Jaak De Koninck, artist and painter, created in 1983 its own imaginary airline company ‘Starbrook
Airlines’, a fantasy world where air hostesses, pilots and DC3’s in warm aquarelles are coming to life.
In 1998, Patrick Gilis, owner of the Starbrook Chocolate Company (SCC), was completely seduced by
the very first tablet wrapper for The Lady, milk hazelnut, designed by Jaak De Koninck. This was the
start of a very successful cooperation between the artist and the businessman. SCC focusses highly
on the quality of the products and keeps a close eye on the continuous innovation of the packaging
and the assortment. Therefore SCC broadened the portfolio of the Starbrook Chocolate Company
with other stunning brands as ‘Classic Wheels’, ‘Fleet’ and ‘Beyond Time’. The Starbrook Chocolate
Company works with Belgian Callebaut chocolate as its most important raw material, refined with
own recipes and inclusions. Using original moulds as a DC6 airplane, a steamer or retro car, the
product’s appearance is totally different from those of the traditional chocolate products. The fillings
are rich and tasteful. As an internationally growing brand, the products of the Starbrook Company
are available in 82 countries.
Pure passion and persistence!
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VALENTINO CHOCOLATIER
Ninoofsesteenweg 1026
B – 1703 SCHEPDAAL
BELGIUM
T +32 2 567 05 71
F +32 2 567 05 88
www.valentinochocolate.be
Delegates:
Mr Rob Roelandts, Export Manager
Mrs Emily J Roelandts, Art Director
Company description:
Looking for a beautiful Belgian chocolate gift that would surprise your customers? You will definitely
find it at Valentino! For every occasion we have developed stunning seasonal gifts.
Since its foundation in 1978 family-owned Valentino has become one of the top Belgian chocolate
producers. Today, we employ over 30 people in our chocolate workshop near Brussels.
Whilst observing the original quality and craftsmanship we specialize in the creation of fun and
surprising chocolate gifts.
In our own Valentino speciality chocolate stores you will find a 7m counter with more than
100freshly made chocolates to choose from. Those delicious chocolates in combination with local
delicacies make for perfect gift ideas.
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