Looking forward to a sweet 2019 Associate Editor Alyse Thompson outlines what she hopes the new year will bring the confectionery industry. Alyse Thompson-Richards January 2, 2019 Here's what Associate Editor Alyse Thompson is looking forward to in the confectionery industry this year.Read More
Ring Pop Gummy Gems Bazooka Candy Brands, New York City. Alyse Thompson-Richards January 2, 2019 Inspired by Ring Pop’s signature gem shape, this candy features a sweet gummy exterior and a drop of sour gel on the inside. Read More
Genesee Candy Land launches OINKS brand for bacon chocolate products Chocolate-covered bacon strips, bites and truffles now available in convenience stores. Alyse Thompson-Richards January 2, 2019 Colorado-based wholesale manufacturer Genesee Candy Land has launched the OINKS brand for its signature chocolate-covered bacon products. Read More
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Minis, candy canes among favorite holiday treats Online bulk retailer Candystore.com releases interactive U.S. map. Alyse Thompson-Richards December 18, 2018 Candystore.com has released an interactive U.S. map highlighting the top three choices in each state.Read More
Ferrara Candy Co. moving headquarters to downtown Chicago Candy company moving into long-vacant Old Post Office building. Alyse Thompson-Richards December 14, 2018 Ferrara Candy Co. will relocate from Oak Brook Terrace, Ill., to the long-vacant Old Post Office in downtown Chicago next summer.Read More
XO Marshmallow holiday treats XO Marshmallow, Chicago. Alyse Thompson-Richards December 14, 2018 XO Marshmallow has introduced seasonal marshmallows sure to sweeten up any holiday celebration.Read More
Fine & Raw holiday chocolate bars Fine & Raw Chocolate, Brooklyn, N.Y. Alyse Thompson-Richards December 14, 2018 FINE & RAW Chocolate has launched limited-edition bars for the holidays featuring seasonal artwork from NYC art collective In A Wilder World.Read More
Specific is better for food product benefit claims Mintel research reveals decrease in “all natural” claims on Canadian product launches. Alyse Thompson-Richards December 12, 2018 Americans aren't the only ones confused about how “natural” can and should apply to food. New research from Mintel shows our neighbors to the north might be struggling with it, too. Read More
Non-chocolate candy sales to hit $12.42 billion in 2023 Packaged Facts predicts non-chocolate candy sales to generate $11 billion in 2018. Alyse Thompson-Richards December 12, 2018 The U.S. non-chocolate candy market is poised to reach $12.42 billion in 2023, according to a new report from Packaged Facts.Read More
Feeling ‘hangry’ this time of year? Snickers — and the internet — can help with online tool Level of Snickers discount changes based on mood of the internet. Alyse Thompson-Richards December 5, 2018 The holiday season can be as stressful as it is fun — especially for people on the internet — but Snickers lovers have a chance to gain from it.Read More