Fun Friday: Dylan's Candy Bar ‘Wheel’ collab, Dave & Busters Hot Wheels menu, XO Marshmallow cookbook Jack in the Box debuts Sour Patch Kids drinks, Whitman's partners on LTO beer. Liz Parker Kuhn May 30, 2025 This week's Fun Friday includes news from Dylan's Candy Bar, Dave & Busters, XO Marshmallow, Jack in the Box, and Whitman's Chocolates.Read More
Looking at the multisensory science behind snack appeal Consumers love flavors that have crunch, including fillings, coatings, and snacks. SF&WB Staff May 29, 2025 Crunchy foods yield many sensations and experiences, and are psychologically rewarding on several levels.Read More
Sweets & Snacks Expo embraces everyday creativity The 2025 National Confectioners Association event showcased innovation and range. Douglas J. Peckenpaugh May 28, 2025 Home bakers and snack makers have one thing in common: they often display ingenuity in doing delicious things with simple ingredients.Read More
For bar-hungry consumers, protein packs a punch: Glanbia A leader from the food solutions provider offers insights into trends impacting the category. Jenni Spinner May 27, 2025 With Americans continuing to reach for bars whenever they feel peckish, high-protein products rank high on their shopping lists.Read More
BFY breads take center stage at online event Bread expert Richard Charpentier shared tips and consumer desires in the webinar. Jenni Spinner May 27, 2025 The webinar Tasty Trends in BFY Breads focused on key consumer interests, in-demand ingredients, and other factors of the category.Read More
Fun Friday: National Taffy Day, Catalina Snacks campaign, The Cookie Dept. partnership, Esther Price ‘Candy Trail’ Cheez-It teams up with reality TV star to unveil the Snap'd Back Bag. Liz Parker Kuhn May 23, 2025 News from Laffy Taffy, Catalina Snacks, The Cookie Department, Esther Price, and Cheez-It.Read More
Snackers seek puffed treats with BFY benefits, novel flavors: Clextral An expert from the company shares top trends and challenges impacting the category. Jenni Spinner May 21, 2025 Among the traits Americans seek in their puffed snacks are sustainability, pleasing textures, global tastes, and nutritious bases.Read More
Best New Snack & Bakery Products of 2024 The list of most-viewed products of the year offers a look into what most piques industry professionals’ interest. Jenni Spinner May 20, 2025 The snack and bakery launches that received the most views include a mashup of popular CPG names, and a foodservice treat with Latino flavor. Read More
Magnolia Bakery sets sights on brand expansion Famous for its banana pudding, the foodservice fixture is looking to grow at retail. Jenni Spinner May 19, 2025 The New York City-based chain became a national brand thanks in part to its appearance on Sex and the City.Read More
Fun Friday: Totino's Pizza Rolls fridge, Turtles collab, snack shopper trends, Fancypants dog cookies Baby Ruth, Cincinnati Reds partner on candy-centric sundae. Liz Parker Kuhn May 16, 2025 News from Totino's, Turtles, 84.51°, Fancypants, and Baby Ruth.Read More