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October 17, 2026 · Industry Watch

Chocolate, spicy chicken and salads fuel CPG expansion

Ghirardelli has joined the Dubai chocolate trend, while other food companies extend their packaged-product ranges.

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Chocolate, spicy chicken and salads fuel CPG expansion
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Ghirardelli has entered the TikTok-inspired Dubai chocolate craze, becoming the latest chocolatier to embrace the trend, according to Food Dive.

Elsewhere, PepsiCo’s Flamin’ Hot is being paired with Pilgrim’s chicken, while California Pizza Kitchen is expanding its consumer packaged goods range with prepacked salads.

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