Minnetonka-based agribusiness Cargill expects Americans to buy 75 million pounds of chocolate for Valentine’s Day.

Chocolate makes life sweeter. It’s prized for both its luscious taste, and health benefits for the mind and body. You can bite into it, melt it, drink it or bake with it for a rich delectable treat.

Business has been sweet at a chocolatier based in Mullingar, Co Westmeath. Since the Sugar Plum Sweetery started making the viral 'Dubai Chocolate' bar, the response has been huge. Queues have been ...