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GetHappy offers sweets, smiles at malls in Illinois, Wisconsin

GetHappy has seven locations in Chicago, Milwaukee areas.

July 12, 2017

Lindsay Erickson wears many hats: concert violinist, mother, entrepreneur and lover of sweets.

Nassau Candy division acquires McClain’s Old Florida Gourmet

McClain’s to operate under Nassau Candy South.

Alyse Thompson

July 12, 2017

Nassau Candy South, a division of Nassau Candy Distributors, Inc., has acquired McClain’s Old Florida Gourmet, a distributor of specialty food and candy primarily throughout Florida, the companies announced Wednesday.

RCI debuts new board; awards Guittard’s Tom Houlihan with Bornhofft honor

Honors announced at June convention in Lombard, Ill.

Bernie Pacyniak

July 5, 2017

Retail Confectioners International (RCI) inducted four new members to its board of directors during RCI's Annual Convention & Industry Expo last month in Lombard, Ill.

Energy evident on show floor during Sweets & Snacks Expo 2017

Big Candy collaborates with Partnership for a Healthier America; buyers see innovation from manufacturers of all sizes.

Bernie Pacyniak

Alyse Thompson

July 1, 2017

There’s something magical about seeing Chicago’s McCormick Place transform into Candy Land for the annual Sweets & Snacks Expo, hosted May 23-25 by the National Confectioners Association.

BBX Capital acquires IT’SUGAR for $57 million

IT’SUGAR ceo Jeff Rubin will remain as ceo.

Alyse Thompson

June 19, 2017

Fort Lauderdale, Fla.-based BBX Capital Corp. has acquired specialty candy retail chain IT'SUGAR for $57 million, the holding company announced Monday.

Seattle Chocolates stays ahead of the learning curve

Company debuts mezzanine, factory tour to celebrate 25th anniversary.

Alyse Thompson

May 25, 2017

Seattle Chocolates CEO Jean Thompson had a lot to learn in a hurry. She's done so and more, demonstrating what passion and purpose can do.

Blue Goose Market keeps locals coming back

Suburban Chicago grocer earns recognition for quality, commitment to customers.

Alyse Thompson

May 25, 2017

Paul Lencioni doesn't like talking about customer service. The fourth-generation owner of Blue Goose Market, a small, independent grocer in Chicago's western suburbs, tosses the "corporate speak," instead focusing on people and how their purchases connect to their lives.

St. Louis grocer United Provisions draws young, international customers with fresh, global offerings

United Provisions serves Washington University students, adventurous eaters.

Alyse Thompson

May 24, 2017

With its bohemian vibe, funky shops and eccentric eateries, the Delmar Loop is unlike any other neighborhood in or around St. Louis. And that’s exactly why people visit, says Shayn Prapaisilp, a member of the group that owns global grocery store United Provisions.

IFIC Foundation survey finds misinformation, “health halos” translate into bad food choices

Survey says 80 percent of Americans encounter conflicting information.

Bernie Pacyniak

May 17, 2017

Americans are better informed than ever about food. They’re also sorely misinformed. It’s almost a parallel universe to what the public is experiencing with real and “fake” news. More importantly, according to findings from the International Food Information Council Foundation (IFIC)’s 12th Annual Food and Health Survey, America’s nutritional literacy is sorely lacking — and the nation’s health may be suffering as a result.