Chocolate lovers have been delighted by research that suggests dark chocolate has health benefits, spurring a surge in cocoa-covered treats. But as shoppers look for new standards to raise the bar by, 70% cocoa is not enough – they want to know the full story, from bean to bar.

The craft bean-to-bar movement has created a deep appreciation for quality chocolate in the US. But now craft chocolatiers are shifting focus to the ancient techniques of the Aztecs and Mayans to create a dairy-free, low-fat bar. And some chocolate lovers can't get enough.

Following in the artisanal footsteps of wine, cheese and coffee, San Francisco-based Dandelion Chocolate is at the forefront of the bean-to-bar movement, revolutionising the way the confectionery is made and sold. Are we set to see ‘vineyards’ for chocolate in the next few years?

With e-commerce accounting for just 6.2% of beauty sales, it’s clear that the industry is still ruled by the high street. Offering an alternative to in-store assistants, My Beauty Matches uses a data-led approach to generate personalised product advice. Can it convince people to buy beauty goods online?