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Vanparys Confiserie B.V.
Industry	Confectionery
Founded	Brussels, Belgium (1889)
Headquarters	Avenue Léon Grosjean,; Léon Grosjeanlaan, 90, B-1140 Brussels, Belgium
Key people	Thibaut van Hövell; (Chairman and CEO)
Website	www.vanparys.com

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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]

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

1889–1945: Early history

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

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

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

Original collection

Chocolate Dragées
Almond Dragées
Chocolate & Sweet Mini Dragées
Gold & Silver

Gourmet collection

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

Cake Decorations

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

Praliné Eggs (praliné eggs with a crunchy sugar coating)

References

[1] "Suikerbonen, confiserie, relatie geschenken en snoep. Onze suikerbonen webwinkel heeft voor elk wat wils".

[2] "Vanparys Official website".

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+{{Short description|Belgian confectionery company}}
 {{Infobox company
-| name   = Vanparys
+| logo     = Logo Vanparys.png
-| logo     = [[File:Logo Vanparys.png|thumb]]
+| name     = Vanparys Confiserie B.V.
-| type     = S.A. Vanparys - Candihold N.V.
 | industry   = [[Confectionery]]
 | foundation       = [[Brussels]], Belgium (1889)
 | location         = Avenue Léon Grosjean,<br>Léon Grosjeanlaan, 90, B-1140 [[Brussels]], [[Belgium]]
 | key_people       = Thibaut van Hövell<br>{{small|(Chairman and CEO)}}
-| homepage         = {{url|www.vanparys.eu}}
+| homepage         = {{url|www.vanparys.com}}
 }}
+{{Tone|date=May 2020}}
+'''Vanparys Confiserie B.V.'''&nbsp;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 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>
-Vanparys-Candihold is a [[Belgium|Belgian]] confectionery company created in 1889 by Felix '''Vanparys''' in [[Brussels]] near the [[Sablon (Brussels)|Sablon]].
+[[File:Vanparys sweets - Easter products 01.png|thumb|Vanparys Easter products]]
-The company produces [[chocolate]] and sugar coated confections (i.e. almonds, nuts etc.), but is particularly known for its [[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.
+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]].
-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]].
-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>http://www.suikerbonen.com/index.php?act=gepsuikerxl&taaln=engelsusd</ref>
 == History ==
 === 1889–1945: Early history ===
-The Vanparys [[confectionery]] business was created in 1889 when Felix Vanparys founded a small enterprise in the heart of [[Brussels]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vanparys.eu/about-us/ |title= Vanparys Official website}}</ref> – on Ernest Allard Street - specialising 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) assumed the helm 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. Moreover, 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, successful 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 ===
-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 highly qualified staff, gathering the most skillful [[chocolatier]]s on the market under one roof. 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 then blue, rose and white, came into vogue. Following that trend, Vanparys also expanded its range and introduced 25 additional, fashionable 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}}
-In 1958, Vanparys was awarded a gold medal for its sugar-coated chocolates at World Expo ’58, and it won the 1st Blue Ribbon at Intersuc, classified as “Hors Concours”.{{citation needed|date=October 2014}}
-In 1985, the company invented its silver pearls, and in 1989 it won a prize for most beautiful display at the prestigious Chobisco-Versubel Salon.{{citation needed|date=October 2014}}
 === Modern history ===
-In 1998, the Belgian confectioner André De Greef, together with his two sons, assumed the helm of the company – the first non-family members to do so. Under their stewardship, much of the factory, based in Evere, [[Brussels]] was renovated, ensuring that it met ever increasing contemporary production standards. This move also allowed the company to strengthen its market position and broaden its business horizons.{{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 ==
 === Original collection ===
-[[File:Vanparys sweets - Original collection 01.png|thumb|150px]]
+[[File:Vanparys sweets - Original collection 01.png|thumb|150px|Vanparys Sweets ]]
 * ''Chocolate Dragées''
 * ''Almond Dragées''
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 * ''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 ===
 * ''Chocolate Coated Whole Fruit''
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 * ''Coffee & Chocolate''
-[[File:Vanparys sweets - Cake decorations 02.png|thumb|150px]]
+[[File:Vanparys sweets - Cake decorations 02.png|thumb|150px|Cake Decorations]]
 === Cake Decorations ===
 * ''Vanparys Mini Range (confettis, mini-confettis and mini hearts)''
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 * ''Fondant Jesus (sugar baby Jesus figurine)''
 * ''Fondant Hen''
-[[File:Vanparys sweets - Easter products 02.png|thumb|150px]]
 * ''Non Pareil (colourful, extra small mini pearls)''
 === Easter Products ===
 * ''Praliné Eggs (praliné eggs with a crunchy sugar coating)''
-== Quality ==
-Vanparys chocolate is a traditional recipe of [[Belgian chocolate]] based on a mixture of [[cocoa bean]]s from [[Ivory Coast]], selected and roasted to exacting specifications. Chocolates are then prepared according to the strictest quality criteria: the selection of almonds from [[Sicily]] and [[California]]; [[dried fruit]]s; and chocolate blends chosen by the maître-chocolatier.
-Vanparys manufactures to high standards in accordance with SAC,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.brcglobalstandards.com/|title=Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain}}</ref> (AFSCA) and BRC,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.brcglobalstandards.com/ |title=BRC Global Standards}}</ref> the leading global safety and quality certification programmes. Its processes are routinely audited, ensuring that it maintains good manufacturing practices, producing safe confections that meet the quality levels expected by customers. The production processes of Vanparys also have a halal food certification to meet the requirements of Islamic Shariʻah dietary customs.
-== Events & Awards ==
-* 1958: Vanparys won a Gold Medal at the World Expo ’58 and the 1st Blue Ribbon at Intersuc.
-* 1989: Vanparys won the prize for the most beautiful stand at the Chobisco-Versubel Salon.
-* 2008: Vanparys participated as an official sponsor in the event dedicated to the birth of a baby elephant at [[Antwerp Zoo]], distributing its dragées in the Zoo the day the elephant was born.
-* 2014: Vanparys was awarded the 2014 “iTQi Superior Taste Award”, the only stamp of quality in taste granted by food and drink opinion leaders who are [[Michelin Guide|Michelin starred]] Chefs and Sommeliers.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.itqi.com/en/awarded-products.html?firm=vanparys-candihold |title=Superior Taste Award}}</ref>
-== See also ==
-* {{Official website|www.vanparys.eu }}
-* Le petit futé - [http://www.petitfute.com/v40163-bruxelles-brussel/c650-produits-gourmands-vins/c1107-pains-gateaux-chocolats-glaces/c668-chocolatier/682975-vanparys-candyhold.html review]
-* Trends - [http://trendstop.knack.be/en/detail/425181385/vanparys-candihold.aspx Vanparys company informations]
-* [http://www.food.be/ Belgian Food and Drink Association] - [http://www.food.be/companies/vanparys-candihold-s-a-n-v Vanparys profile]
 == References ==
 {{Reflist}}
-[[Category:Food companies of Belgium]]
+[[Category:Food and drink companies based in Brussels]]
-[[Category:Companies established in 1889]]
+[[Category:Food and drink companies established in 1889]]
-[[Category:Companies of Belgium]]
+[[Category:Manufacturing companies based in Brussels]]
+[[Category:Belgian companies established in 1889]]