Retailers

Chococo brings its UK chocolate to Madison Avenue

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:25:00 -0400

The new locations will bring Chococo’s beloved Chocolate House concept to life, blending a vibrant retail destination with a warm, café-style experience, the brand says.

Dylan's Candy Bar opens at Atlantis Paradise Island

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The new outpost aims to offer guests and locals a one-of-a-kind experience filled with whimsical design, candy-inspired gifts, and a selection of sweets from around the world.

Goetze's Candy collaborates on chocolate bar

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:15:00 -0500

The process of developing the new treat took some time, the two companies say.

Swedish brand CandyKing celebrates U.S. store debut

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0500

The brand brings its candy experience stateside with a debut in the West Village with the widest assortment of Swedish candy in the U.S.

Video: IT'SUGAR on novelty candy trends

Tue, 06 May 2025 12:25:00 -0400

We recently touched base with Ryan Nelson, president, IT'SUGAR, to chat about consumer trends and behaviors in the novelty candy space, as well as what new items the store has recently released.

Harry & David opens retail store in Huntington, NY

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 13:30:00 -0500

The Long Island shop will offer premium gourmet gifts and in-store experiences.

IT'SUGAR opens store in Poughkeepsie, NY

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 13:00:00 -0500

IT’SUGAR, one of the largest specialty candy retailers in the U.S., has opened a 2,300-square-foot candy store in the Poughkeepsie Galleria in Poughkeepsie, New York.

IT'SUGAR opens two new candy stores

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 14:55:00 -0500

The brand has opened a 2,000 sq. ft. candy store in the Mall at Rockingham in Salem, NH, and a 3,500 sq. ft. store in the Rio Grande Valley Outlets in Mercedes, TX.

IT'SUGAR opens store in Peabody, MA

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 15:20:00 -0500

The Northshore Mall location offers over 300 pick n’ mix candy bins filled with a variety of sweets, including classic favorites, trendy treats, and nostalgic finds.

IT'SUGAR introduces 'Pucker Up' Sour Mystery Box

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 12:15:00 -0500

Consumers can experience the ultimate sour candy challenge with IT’SUGAR’s exclusive collaboration inspired by Joely Live’s hit YouTube series, "Pucker Up."

IT'SUGAR unveils Sour Patch Kids Cotton Candy

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400

The new treat is available in stores and on itsugar.com now for a retail price of $4.99.

Aldi debuts confectionery items for November 2024

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Aldi will be releasing new confectionery items on November 6 and November 27 for the upcoming holiday season.

IT'SUGAR, Haribo announce exclusive partnership

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 17:25:00 -0400

Haribo single-flavored gummies will debut in IT'SUGAR stores nationwide beginning October 16.

IT'SUGAR introduces Retro Sours

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:10:00 -0400

IT'SUGAR has introduced Altoids Retro Sours, available now in all IT’SUGAR stores nationwide.

IT'SUGAR opens store at Tulsa Premium Outlets

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:30:00 -0400

IT’SUGAR has announced the opening of its new 2,500-square-foot candy store in the Tulsa Premium Outlets in Jenks, Oklahoma.

IT'SUGAR debuts new brand 'character in chief'

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:45:00 -0400

A playful, pink gumball, Gumble embodies the core values of IT'SUGAR with an irreverent, fun-loving spirit.

IT'SUGAR to donate 100% of lollipop sales for holiday

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0400

IT’SUGAR announced it is celebrating National Lollipop Day (July 20) by donating 100% of all lollipop sales, including its exclusive Wish Pop, to Make-A-Wish.

IT'SUGAR relocates, opens expanded store in Nashville

Tue, 28 May 2024 12:30:00 -0400

IT’SUGAR announced the relocation and expansion of its 8,500-square-foot candy store in the Opry Mills Mall in Nashville, TN.

IT'SUGAR debuts Make-A-Wish Chocolate Bar, Wish Bears for World Wish Month

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:55:00 -0400

The releases coincide with World Wish Month and Make-A-Wish’s nationwide campaign leading up to World Wish Day on April 29.

IT'SUGAR reveals exclusive Barbie chocolate bars in collaboration with Mattel

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 15:50:00 -0500

The chocolate bars feature packaging inspired by Barbie's signature style, creating a visual delight for fans and collectors alike.

IT'SUGAR debuts exclusive Oreo Funko POP! vinyl figure

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500

The collaboration brings together the Oreo cookie brand and Funko Pop's iconic collectible style.

IT'SUGAR CEO Jeff Rubin to transition from CEO to chairman

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 15:40:00 -0400

During his career in the candy industry, Rubin founded or co-founded three successful candy companies including FAO Schweetz, Dylan’s Candy Bar, and IT’SUGAR.

A'cappella Chocolate expands its reach with new retail locations

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 16:20:00 -0400

A'cappella's signature Truffle Cones can now be found at Safeway/Albertsons stores across the U.S., while the Knotty Graham product line has been introduced at Savemart Supermarkets.

IT'SUGAR debuts its largest store, in San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 12:20:00 -0400

The store spans nearly 30,000 square feet and three floors, making it IT'SUGAR's largest candy department store.

IT'SUGAR expands, relocates its location at The Domain in Austin, TX

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 13:05:00 -0500

The Domain store epitomizes what the brand is known for: hundreds of varieties of over-the-top sweets, humorous products, and immersive candy experiences with featured shops.

IT'SUGAR expands Lynnfield, MA location, opens Dania Beach, FL location

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0500

IT'SUGAR recently expanded its Lynnfield, MA location and opened a 3,500 square foot store in Dania Beach, FL.

Shipt reveals which state buys the most Halloween candy

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 10:24:00 -0400

Personal shopping and delivery service Shipt has released its first Halloween Trend Report, featuring proprietary data and poll results from Halloween fanatics across the country.

Rite Aid releases Halloween candy sales data

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 12:10:00 -0400

Rite Aid explored last season’s sales data to uncover insights around how Americans prepare for Halloween.

M&M’S Las Vegas store marks 25 years

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 09:32:00 -0400

First opened in 1997, M&M'S Las Vegas has served 100 million people since becoming a destination in the city.

Kroger reveals top-selling Halloween candy brands

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 08:23:00 -0400

The grocer, which sells millions of pounds of candy each year, based 2022 candy sales projections on the same period from previous years.