The story of chocolate with a soul
Dammenberg’s story is the story of a family-owned company with a clear purpose: to make the joy of chocolate accessible to everyone, including those who previously could not enjoy it.
It all began in Tampere in 1994, when a chocolate factory specialising in handcrafted chocolates was founded.
Over the years, the business grew, but the true turning point came when the company passed into new ownership.
The turning point that shaped our direction
In 2003, the chocolate factory came under new ownership when Marko and Kirsi Iso-Kungas took responsibility for the business.
Marko is a food engineer by training and follows a special diet himself due to diabetes. Kirsi is a nurse specialising in allergies.
Together, they recognised a clear problem.
The market lacked chocolate that was free from unnecessary additives, pure and high-quality at the same time.
This led to the decision to develop an entirely new kind of chocolate production: chocolate suitable for everyone, without compromise.
Growth and demand
The allergen-free products quickly found their audience.
Dammenberg chocolate began attracting a loyal customer base among people with allergies, coeliac disease and other special dietary requirements. At the same time, interest also grew among consumers who value pure, high-quality products.
As the company grew, production was expanded.
In 2008, a new, modern chocolate factory began operating in Sääksjärvi, Lempäälä, near Tampere.
From Finland to the rest of the world
Dammenberg products also attracted interest beyond Finland.
Exports began to the Nordic countries and Central Europe, later expanding to markets including Japan and Israel.
International demand confirmed that the need for safe, high-quality chocolate products is global.
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Quality in our own hands
In 2017, Dammenberg took the next step in ensuring quality.
The aim was to gain full control over the entire chocolate-making process, starting with the roasting of the cocoa beans. Establishing our own roastery allowed us to achieve even greater control over flavour, purity and quality.
This is directly reflected in the final product.
Turning ordinary moments
into the extraordinary
our delicious pastries
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