Nestlé® SMARTIES® featured on Food Factory

Wednesday, November 23, 2016

Ever wondered how the iconic Nestlé SMARTIES treats are made? The wait is over! Learn why this treat has been a Canadian favourite for over 80 years!


On November 19, Nestlé SMARTIES made its television debut on a new episode of Food Factory, which aired on Food Network Canada. The episode previews how Nestlé produces these colourful treats made with natural flavours and no artificial colours. 



Food Factory provides a behind-the-scenes view of production lines to find out how some of the most-popular food items are really made. Now you can get a sneak peek of our confectionery factory in Toronto, Ontario. You’ll learn all about how SMARTIES are made with 100% sustainably sourced cocoa and then uniquely packaged into a 3-section carton, each containing a responsible single portion.


“It’s an exciting opportunity for Nestlé Canada to open our doors of our local factory here in Toronto and showcase the full production process of Canada’s favourite colourful treats,” says Danielle Giordano, Marketing Manager, SMARTIES. “We’re revealing all the special touches that make this popular treat come to life!”


In case you missed it watch the full episode online or tune into Food Factory on Food Network Canada.


Here’s a glimpse of our SMARTIES segment.