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Luxury chocolate maker goes bust | Luxury chocolate maker goes bust |
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A Glasgow-based luxury chocolate maker has gone into administration with the loss of 25 jobs. | A Glasgow-based luxury chocolate maker has gone into administration with the loss of 25 jobs. |
Kshocolat was formed in 2003 and sold packaged products from its own shops in Glasgow, Edinburgh and London. It also sold stock to independent retailers. | Kshocolat was formed in 2003 and sold packaged products from its own shops in Glasgow, Edinburgh and London. It also sold stock to independent retailers. |
Administrators said that the firm encountered cash flow problems caused by the impact of the recession on consumer spending. | Administrators said that the firm encountered cash flow problems caused by the impact of the recession on consumer spending. |
They are now seeking offers for the company's stock and brand. | They are now seeking offers for the company's stock and brand. |
Tom MacLennan, joint administrator from RSM Tenon, said: "Kshocolat is a unique brand that has grown its variety of products and reputation over recent years. | Tom MacLennan, joint administrator from RSM Tenon, said: "Kshocolat is a unique brand that has grown its variety of products and reputation over recent years. |
"We would ask any interested parties to make contact without delay." | "We would ask any interested parties to make contact without delay." |
Founded in 2003 by entrepreneur Simon Coyle, Kshocolat's products included chilli almond chocolate, champagne truffles and lemon and black pepper in white chocolate. |
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