Editor Bernie Pacyniak discusses several new product introductions from Ferrara Candy Co. and Ford Gum on Fox’s Good Day Chicago morning television program, highlighting some of the trends prevalent at the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago.

Although not quite as big as Valentine’s Day, Christmas, Easter and Halloween, I suspect many confectioners do see an uptick in sales as a result of Mother’s Day celebrations. In looking back at the various ways my family and I have celebrated Mother’s Day, I can attest that we’ve probably run the gauntlet with gifts and ways to celebrate.

This topic came up recently amongst colleagues, one that’s certainly been debated over the years. For many veterans in the industry, there’s no debate…it’s all about candy. It is simply a sweet treat. But as we all know, things change.