NCSA installs 11 industry leaders into Candy Hall of Fame Approximately 375 representatives from the confectionery industry attended the event. October 24, 2023 The 52nd anniversary of the event took place October 20–22 in Tampa, Florida.Read More
Brach's makes its debut in the 97th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade The brand's "Palace of Sweets" float will be included in the parade. Liz Parker Kuhn October 24, 2023 Brach's will bring holiday celebration to the streets of New York City with candy-cane trimmed, 30-foot gingerbread house float.Read More
Airheads announces first-ever AI horror genre film festival Candymaker taps AI filmmakers for A.I.RHEADS SCAREFEST. Liz Parker Kuhn October 24, 2023 Airheads fans have the ability to create spooky AI films of their own and win a year’s worth of free Airheads and $2,000.Read More
PODCAST: Nassau Candy on gummy trends The brand talks about what's trending in the gummy category right now. Liz Parker Kuhn October 23, 2023 We recently talked to Dana Rodio, director of brand strategy, at Nassau Candy, about what’s trending in the gummy category right now, and how the brand adapts to current trends.Read More
Halloween 2023: Spooktacular flavor trends this season from ofi The reconfiguration of nostalgic customer favorites has become more commonplace, with a rise in limited-edition ranges. Liz Parker Kuhn October 23, 2023 olam food ingredients’ (ofi’s) flavor experts recently shared their top chocolate, confectionery, and bakery trends for the 2023 Halloween season.Read More
Sour Patch Kids asks fans to face the ghosts of their past this Halloween Fans can win a grand prize of $5,000 and Sour Patch Kids candy. Liz Parker Kuhn October 20, 2023 Those soured by cringy photos from their past are challenged to win sweet rewards in new campaign.Read More
Incredible Group brings Jelly Belly jelly bean flavors to life with new toy line The squishy toys are scented to replicate Jelly Belly flavors. Liz Parker Kuhn October 19, 2023 Incredible Group redefines sweet sensations with a squishy and scented assortment of Jelly Belly toys.Read More
How America's Halloween candies face the test of rising costs One in two consumers use cost-saving strategies when buying Halloween candy. Liz Parker Kuhn October 19, 2023 With sugar prices soaring by 42%, there's a possible threat of candy shortages and inflated prices this year. Read More
NCA seeks nominations to honor confectionery industry leaders All awards will be presented on March 10 during a recognition ceremony at NCA's 2024 State of the Industry Conference. Liz Parker Kuhn October 19, 2023 The National Confectioners Association (NCA) is currently seeking nominations of outstanding industry leaders across several disciplines for awards.Read More
Los Angeles Chocolate Salon announces 2023 award winners The results consisted of combined votes of both the judges panel and event attendees. Liz Parker Kuhn October 19, 2023 The attendees and judges at the Los Angeles Chocolate 2023 have released the results of their voting and top picks for this annual culinary event.Read More