Valentines in Japan: love and chocolate

Japan's double-dip Valentine's Day brings sweet success for South African confectioner Karen Schneid

09 February 2025 - 00:00

Unashamed Francophile and local confectioner Karen Schneid, whose delicious bon bon brand Ooh la la can be found in delis and speciality grocers across the country, is wooing the Japanese this Valentine's Day with her sweet delights...

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