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* World's leading manufacturer of high quality cocoa and chocolate products, to offer state of the art, first-of-its-kind, learning environment in Mumbai * Courses include workshops, seminars and demonstrations, designed to inspire artisans and culinary professionals with an active interest in Gourmet chocolate * Entry into the Indian market in line with company strategy to capture growth opportunities in fast emerging markets

Mumbai/India, August 8, 2008 - Barry Callebaut, the world's leading manufacturer of high quality cocoa and chocolate products, today announced the opening of its first, state-of the art, Chocolate Academy in Mumbai, India. The move demonstrates the company's commitment to building its business and strengthening relationships with chocolatiers and chefs in the country.

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Contact for the media:

In India: Gitika Taraporewala Managing Partner Criesse Communications gitikat@gmail.com

Outside India: Josiane Kremer External communications manager Barry Callebaut AG Phone: +41 43 204 04 58 josiane_kremer@barry-callebaut.com

The news release can be downloaded from the following link:

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