March 04, 2004

By: Martin Collins
Website: http://www.1st-in-steaks.com

World's Finest Chocolate, Inc. , A true Chicago original

It's said that the only constant is change and with so much change in Chicago, isn't it nice to know that some things stay the same? Sixty-five years old and still going strong, World's Finest Chocolate is as dedicated as ever to producing the highest quality chocolate products right here in Chicago.

Nearly everyone has been offered a bar of World's Finest chocolate in exchange for a contribution. This concept of "product fund raising" was pioneered over fifty years ago by company founder, Edmond Opler, Sr., to help support the financial needs of schools, churches and athletic groups as well as charitable and community service organizations. In fact, with the over six billion chocolate bars sold since World's Finest developed the product fund raising concept, the money that has been raised is unmatched in the fundraising industry.

Supported by its fundraising legacy and pleas from loyal customers to make the chocolate available year-round, World's Finest launched a line of branded retail products in Fall 2003 and continues to develop products that consumers can enjoy everyday, such as the original Mint Meltaway and chewy Caramel Whirls.

"There are a lot of chocolate products at retail, but what's missing is a true premium chocolate. Consumers are becoming more discriminating in their choice of chocolate and since we make our own chocolate right from the bean, we can meet that demand," stated Elek J. Schneider, Director of Marketing. "We're proud to have been a part of Chicago's confectionery past and excited to be part of its future."

In addition to availability in select markets, World's Finest chocolate products may be purchased online at store.worldfinestchocolate.com and through it's holiday catalogue. To request one, call 1-888-821-8452. For an even quicker chocolate fix, go to one of two World's Finest outlet stores; one located on the southwest side of Chicago and one in Orland Hills.

Also see: Desserts

Author Notes:

Martin Collins contributes and publishes news editorial to http://www.1st-in-steaks.com.  Great tips on buying top quality meats, steaks and seafood from the finest ranchers and butchers.