Once upon a time in Valle di Blenio...
Swiss Quality since 1903
Ernesto Cima and his brothers established the Fabrique de Chocolat Cima in Dangio-Torre after returning from Nice where they learned the art of chocolate making.
Actor of Development
CimaNorma created great wealth and prosperity for the region. By the 1920s the company offered work to almost 500 people and reached a production volume of 1'500 tons of chocolate annually by the 1950s.
A well-preserved legacy
Many unique recipes and chocolate making tools of CimaNorma have been well preserved over the years and serve as a special inspiration for creating today's products.
The Fabbrica
Until today, the Fabbrica stands tall in Valle di Blenio. It is a vivid reminder of the glorious old days, symbolising the former wealth of the region. The building is an industrial monument of the Art Nouveau era.
CimaNorma's Story
The story of CimaNorma began in the 18th century, rooted in the rich traditions of the Blenio Valley. It continued in 1903 when the Cima brothers returned from Nice and built the iconic chocolate factory in Dangio-Torre, honouring their heritage while shaping the future of Swiss chocolate craftsmanship.
Continuing the Legacy
Today, the chocolate is no longer made in the historical ‘Fabbrica’ and production has moved down to the plains of Ticino. In Balerna, FoodYoung Labs SA produces the chocolate in its modern production facility, made bean to bar in Switzerland, with the finest organic ingredients sourced from sustainable origins.FoodYoung Labs is a young Swiss chocolate and snack food producer founded by Persian serial entrepreneur Abouzar Rahmani, his wife Julia and niece Funda Dilmaghanian, whose family business heritage reaches back over 140 years. In line with his philosophy of respecting tradition, whilst remaining relevant through catering to modern consumer demands, FoodYoung Labs has made it its mission to promote a balanced approach towards nutrition and lifestyle to further society’s happiness and wellbeing.