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Why the French love chocolate bears

Market statistics show the French confectionery industry has been unaffected by the country's financial problems and continues to grow at about 8% a year. And there is one particular treat that has always proved a favourite.

Marc, a lithe waiter at a busy brasserie in Montparnasse, takes a moment from twirling his tray between lunch tables. His eyes begin to shine. He is remembering something from his childhood.

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