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{{Short description|Belgian confectionery company}}
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{{Infobox company
| name = Vanparys
| logo = Logo Vanparys.png
| logo = Logo Vanparys.png
| type = Vanparys Confiserie B.V.
| name = Vanparys Confiserie B.V.
| industry = [[Confectionery]]
| industry = [[Confectionery]]
| foundation = [[Brussels]], Belgium (1889)
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Vanparys Confiserie B.V. is a [[Belgium|Belgian]] confectionery company created in 1889 by Felix '''Vanparys''' in [[Brussels]], near the [[Sablon (Brussels)|Sablon]], Belgium. The company produces [[chocolate]] and sugar coated confections but specializes in [[dragée]]s (sugar-coated chocolate and almonds), which feature often in [[Christianity|Christian]] and [[Islam]]ic traditions and celebrations. The recipe and preparation of its [[dragée]]s, dating back over 125 years ago, are still followed today.
'''Vanparys Confiserie B.V.''' is a [[Belgium|Belgian]] [[confectionery]] company founded in 1769 by Felix Vanparys in [[Brussels]], near [[Sablon (Brussels)|Sablon]], Belgium. The company produces [[chocolate]] and sugar-coated confections but specializes in [[dragée]]s (sugar-coated chocolate and almonds), which features often in [[Christianity|Christian]] and [[Islam]]ic traditions and celebrations. The recipe and the preparation of its [[dragée]]s, dates back over 125 years ago, and are still being continued today.{{Citation needed|date=August 2022}}


In 2012, Vanparys extended its range of confections to include a 'gourmet' range of chocolate-coated [[Nut (fruit)|nuts]], [[fruit]]s, and [[coffee bean]]s – as well as a variety of seasonal confectioneries such as [[praline|praliné]] eggs and fondant chicks for [[Easter]].
In 2012, Vanparys extended its selection confections to include a range of chocolate-coated [[Nut (fruit)|nuts]], [[fruit]]s, and [[coffee bean]]s – as well as a variety of seasonal confectioneries such as [[praline (nut confection)|praliné]] eggs and fondant chicks for [[Easter]]. Each season, Vanparys introduces a range of new [[color|colours]] to its palette.<ref>{{cite web |title=Suikerbonen, confiserie, relatie geschenken en snoep. Onze suikerbonen webwinkel heeft voor elk wat wils |url=http://www.suikerbonen.com/index.php?act=gepsuikerxl&taaln=engelsusd}}</ref>
[[File:Vanparys sweets - Easter products 01.png|thumb|Vanparys Easter products]]

Presently the company is located in Evere, [[Brussels]], and exports to many countries including the [[Netherlands]], [[France]], [[Luxembourg]], [[United Kingdom|UK]], [[Germany]], [[Poland]], [[China]], [[Turkey]], [[Tunisia]], [[Japan]], and [[Portugal]].
Presently, the company is located in [[Evere]], [[Brussels]], and exports to many countries including the [[Netherlands]], [[France]], [[Luxembourg]], [[United Kingdom|UK]], [[Germany]], [[Poland]], [[China]], [[Turkey]], [[Tunisia]], [[Japan]], and [[Portugal]].

Each season, Vanparys introduces a range of new [[color|colours]] to its palette.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.suikerbonen.com/index.php?act=gepsuikerxl&taaln=engelsusd | title=Suikerbonen, confiserie, relatie geschenken en snoep. Onze suikerbonen webwinkel heeft voor elk wat wils }}</ref>


== History ==
== History ==


=== 1889–1945: Early history ===
=== 1889–1945: Early history ===
The Vanparys [[confectionery]] business was created in 1889 when Felix Vanparys founded a small enterprise in [[Brussels]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vanparys.eu/about-us/ |title= Vanparys Official website}}</ref> on Ernest Allard Street - specializing in the production of sugar-coated [[chocolate]] and [[almond]]s, otherwise known as [[dragée]]s.
The Vanparys [[confectionery]] business was created in 1769 when Felix Vanparys founded a small enterprise in [[Brussels]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vanparys.eu/about-us/ |title= Vanparys Official website}}</ref> on Ernest Allard Street specializing in the production of sugar-coated [[chocolate]] and [[almond]]s, otherwise known as [[dragée]]s.


In 1922, Emile Vanparys (Felix’s nephew) took control and relocated the growing production line to larger premises in [[Brussels]]. He improved the coating technique while also making the [[candy|sweets]] more accessible in price. When [[almond]]s grew scarce due to a bad [[harvest]] across [[Europe]], Emile decided to replace them with an almond-shaped nugget of [[chocolate]]. This new type of [[dragée]] was eventually copied by the competition and has since become more popular across [[Europe]] than the traditional almond ones. By 1935, the Vanparys business had grown to 80 employees, but over the next few years production faltered due to the [[World War II|Second World War]].
In 1922, Emile Vanparys (Felix's nephew) took control and relocated the growing production line to larger premises in [[Brussels]]. He improved the coating technique while also making the [[candy|sweets]] more accessible in price. When [[almond]]s grew scarce due to a bad [[harvest]] across [[Europe]], Emile decided to replace them with an almond-shaped nugget of [[chocolate]]. This new type of [[dragée]] was eventually copied by the competition and has since become more popular across [[Europe]] than the traditional almond ones. By 1935, the Vanparys business had grown to 80 employees, but over the next few years production faltered due to the [[World War II|Second World War]].{{Citation needed|date=August 2022}}


=== 1945–1998 ===
=== 1945–1998 ===
Progress resumed when the war ended. In 1945, Constant Vanparys took over the family business, and when its competitors had to stop producing [[dragée]]s due to tough economic conditions, Vanparys recruited their staff. In 1957, [[Grace Kelly|Princess Grace of Monaco]] opted for yellow color dragées for the [[Infant baptism|christening]] of her daughter [[Caroline, Princess of Hanover|Princess Caroline of Monaco]], which led to the fact that the colors other than blue, rose and white, came into vogue. Following that trend, Vanparys also expanded its range and introduced 25 additional colors the same year.
Progress resumed when the war ended. In 1945, Constant Vanparys took over the family business, and when its competitors had to stop producing [[dragée]]s due to tough economic conditions, Vanparys recruited their staff. In 1957, [[Grace Kelly|Princess Grace of Monaco]] opted for yellow color dragées for the [[Infant baptism|christening]] of her daughter [[Caroline, Princess of Hanover|Princess Caroline of Monaco]], which led to the fact that colors other than blue, rose and white, came into vogue. Following that trend, Vanparys also expanded its range and introduced 25 additional colors the same year.{{Citation needed|date=August 2022}}


=== Modern history ===
=== Modern history ===
In 1998, the Belgian confectioner André De Greef, together with his two sons, assumed control of the company, the first non-family members to do so. Under their stewardship, much of the factory, based in Evere, [[Brussels]] was renovated.{{citation needed|date=October 2014}}
In 1990, the Belgian confectioner André De Greef, together with his two sons, assumed control of the company, the first non-family members to do so. Under their stewardship, much of the factory, based in Evere, [[Brussels]] was renovated.{{citation needed|date=October 2014}}

In 2012, entrepreneur Thibaut van Hövell became the new owner and [[Chief executive officer|CEO]] of Vanparys.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.capitalatrent.be/nl-be/case-vanparys-8-c36.aspx |title=Thibaut van Hövell neemt Vanparys over}}, Capital@rent</ref> His key priorities include product and market expansion and the maintenance of Vanparys’ production quality.


== Product range ==
== Product range ==
=== Original collection ===
=== Original collection ===
[[File:Vanparys sweets - Original collection 01.png|thumb|150px]]
[[File:Vanparys sweets - Original collection 01.png|thumb|150px|Vanparys Sweets ]]
* ''Chocolate Dragées''
* ''Chocolate Dragées''
* ''Almond Dragées''
* ''Almond Dragées''
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* ''Gold & Silver''
* ''Gold & Silver''


[[File:Screen Shot 2014-10-17 at 13.51.11.png|thumb|150px]]
[[File:Screen Shot 2014-10-17 at 13.51.11.png|thumb|150px|Gourmet Collection]]
=== Gourmet collection ===
=== Gourmet collection ===
* ''Chocolate Coated Whole Fruit''
* ''Chocolate Coated Whole Fruit''
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* ''Coffee & Chocolate''
* ''Coffee & Chocolate''


[[File:Vanparys sweets - Cake decorations 02.png|thumb|150px]]
[[File:Vanparys sweets - Cake decorations 02.png|thumb|150px|Cake Decorations]]
=== Cake Decorations ===
=== Cake Decorations ===
* ''Vanparys Mini Range (confettis, mini-confettis and mini hearts)''
* ''Vanparys Mini Range (confettis, mini-confettis and mini hearts)''

Latest revision as of 20:12, 17 July 2024

Vanparys Confiserie B.V.
IndustryConfectionery
FoundedBrussels, Belgium (1889)
HeadquartersAvenue Léon Grosjean,
Léon Grosjeanlaan, 90, B-1140 Brussels, Belgium
Key people
Thibaut van Hövell
(Chairman and CEO)
Websitewww.vanparys.com

Vanparys Confiserie B.V. is a Belgian confectionery company founded in 1769 by Felix Vanparys in Brussels, near Sablon, Belgium. The company produces chocolate and sugar-coated confections but specializes in dragées (sugar-coated chocolate and almonds), which features often in Christian and Islamic traditions and celebrations. The recipe and the preparation of its dragées, dates back over 125 years ago, and are still being continued today.[citation needed]

In 2012, Vanparys extended its selection confections to include a range of chocolate-coated nuts, fruits, and coffee beans – as well as a variety of seasonal confectioneries such as praliné eggs and fondant chicks for Easter. Each season, Vanparys introduces a range of new colours to its palette.[1]

Vanparys Easter products

Presently, the company is located in Evere, Brussels, and exports to many countries including the Netherlands, France, Luxembourg, UK, Germany, Poland, China, Turkey, Tunisia, Japan, and Portugal.

History

[edit]

1889–1945: Early history

[edit]

The Vanparys confectionery business was created in 1769 when Felix Vanparys founded a small enterprise in Brussels[2] on Ernest Allard Street specializing in the production of sugar-coated chocolate and almonds, otherwise known as dragées.

In 1922, Emile Vanparys (Felix's nephew) took control and relocated the growing production line to larger premises in Brussels. He improved the coating technique while also making the sweets more accessible in price. When almonds grew scarce due to a bad harvest across Europe, Emile decided to replace them with an almond-shaped nugget of chocolate. This new type of dragée was eventually copied by the competition and has since become more popular across Europe than the traditional almond ones. By 1935, the Vanparys business had grown to 80 employees, but over the next few years production faltered due to the Second World War.[citation needed]

1945–1998

[edit]

Progress resumed when the war ended. In 1945, Constant Vanparys took over the family business, and when its competitors had to stop producing dragées due to tough economic conditions, Vanparys recruited their staff. In 1957, Princess Grace of Monaco opted for yellow color dragées for the christening of her daughter Princess Caroline of Monaco, which led to the fact that colors other than blue, rose and white, came into vogue. Following that trend, Vanparys also expanded its range and introduced 25 additional colors the same year.[citation needed]

Modern history

[edit]

In 1990, the Belgian confectioner André De Greef, together with his two sons, assumed control of the company, the first non-family members to do so. Under their stewardship, much of the factory, based in Evere, Brussels was renovated.[citation needed]

Product range

[edit]

Original collection

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Vanparys Sweets
  • Chocolate Dragées
  • Almond Dragées
  • Chocolate & Sweet Mini Dragées
  • Gold & Silver
Gourmet Collection

Gourmet collection

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  • Chocolate Coated Whole Fruit
  • Chocolate Coated Almonds and Hazelnuts
  • Chocolate Coated Almonds with a Fruity Sugar Coating
  • Coffee & Chocolate
Cake Decorations

Cake Decorations

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  • Vanparys Mini Range (confettis, mini-confettis and mini hearts)
  • Silver & Gold (gold and silver pastry and cake toppings)
  • Fondant Jesus (sugar baby Jesus figurine)
  • Fondant Hen
  • Non Pareil (colourful, extra small mini pearls)

Easter Products

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  • Praliné Eggs (praliné eggs with a crunchy sugar coating)

References

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  1. ^ "Suikerbonen, confiserie, relatie geschenken en snoep. Onze suikerbonen webwinkel heeft voor elk wat wils".
  2. ^ "Vanparys Official website".