Here's an interesting suggestion for a new sweetener, it makes sense when you think about it.
I always tried to convince my family to make me cake for breakfast, apparently I was in the right.
Mental Floss has been randomly doling out facts, including what's the most shoplifted thing, and the scientific term for ice cream headaches.
So apparently gum sales are down. Hershey's has decided that to combat this by creating a mint flavoured "chew". In other words, gum that disintegrates in your mouth really fast.
Speaking of chewy candy, apparently the next trend coming is to make your chewy candy really small.
Here's a trend I could get into, apparently the next trend in snacking foods is meat flavours.
Have you ever wanted to make your favorite fast food meal at home, well here's a few recipes to get you started (tray not included).
If you want to keep up with all of the daily candy news that we come across as it happens, follow us on Twitter.
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Friday, November 08, 2013
Candy News
Jimmy Kimmel has a horrible (and funny?) tradition of asking parents to video tape their kids reaction when they tell them that they've eaten all of their Halloween candy.
The National Confectioners Association has published some great tips on how to make your Halloween candy last.
I look forward to the day when I can tell you that the chocolate price crisis is over, but I really think it's just getting started.
Wouldn't you know it, just when chocolate prices start really going up, more scientific proof that chocolate's actually good for you.
You could argue all day about where in Europe the best chocolate is made, however the most chocolate consumed in Western Europe is in Germany.
As you can imagine, this article about a man eating a world record 121 Twinkies in 6 minutes, also features an attractive photo.
If you want to keep up with all of the daily candy news that we come across as it happens, follow us on Twitter.
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The National Confectioners Association has published some great tips on how to make your Halloween candy last.
I look forward to the day when I can tell you that the chocolate price crisis is over, but I really think it's just getting started.
Wouldn't you know it, just when chocolate prices start really going up, more scientific proof that chocolate's actually good for you.
You could argue all day about where in Europe the best chocolate is made, however the most chocolate consumed in Western Europe is in Germany.
As you can imagine, this article about a man eating a world record 121 Twinkies in 6 minutes, also features an attractive photo.
If you want to keep up with all of the daily candy news that we come across as it happens, follow us on Twitter.
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Thursday, October 24, 2013
Halloween Link-O-Rama Part 4
Are you a mother with children going out for Halloween? Are you a child going out for Halloween? You might want to read this first.
I've posted links in the past with instructions on how to make boozy drinks that taste like candy, now here's a link with instructions on making boozy drinks with candy.
For those of you that don't like to eat candy corn, there are other things you can do to make this treat work for the holidays.
Another interesting entry for the grossest looking cake of the year.
If you own a candy store, or are a candy maker, and you're doing something for Halloween, let us know and we'll be glad to include you in a future Halloween Link-O-Rama.
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I've posted links in the past with instructions on how to make boozy drinks that taste like candy, now here's a link with instructions on making boozy drinks with candy.
For those of you that don't like to eat candy corn, there are other things you can do to make this treat work for the holidays.
Another interesting entry for the grossest looking cake of the year.
If you own a candy store, or are a candy maker, and you're doing something for Halloween, let us know and we'll be glad to include you in a future Halloween Link-O-Rama.
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Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Halloween Link-O-Rama Part 3
My respect for dentists went up a notch today, apparently most of them don't hate Halloween.
Disney is making some of the best Snow White themed caramel apples ever.
Looking to make some fun snacks/meals on Halloween? Here's a little inspiration to get you started.
If you own a candy store, or are a candy maker, and you're doing something for Halloween, let us know and we'll be glad to include you in a future Halloween Link-O-Rama.
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Disney is making some of the best Snow White themed caramel apples ever.
Looking to make some fun snacks/meals on Halloween? Here's a little inspiration to get you started.
If you own a candy store, or are a candy maker, and you're doing something for Halloween, let us know and we'll be glad to include you in a future Halloween Link-O-Rama.
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Tuesday, October 08, 2013
Halloween Link-O-Rama Part 2
Speaking of drinks for Halloween, for all of you adults that want to skip the candy and go straight for the booze, this might be a good game plan.
Glow in the dark Cheetos packages are OK, glow in the dark Cheetos would be awesome.
If you're planning a trip to Disneyland for Halloween, you can pick up some pretty sweet looking treats as the park.
As always, M&M's are offering some unique custom candy designs for Halloween, I wonder if I could put a severed head on my M&M's?
Hershey's has got some pretty good looking treats for this Halloween season, I'm particularly interested in the Jolly Rancher Caramel Apple Flavor Lollipops.
If you own a candy store, or are a candy maker, and you're doing something for Halloween, let us know and we'll be glad to include you in a future Halloween Link-O-Rama.
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Tuesday, October 01, 2013
Halloween Link-O-Rama Part 1
Halloween isn't all about candy you know, it's also about making sure you have a great bag to carry your candy.
If you own a candy store, or are a candy maker, and you're doing something for Halloween, let us know and we'll be glad to include you in a future Halloween Link-O-Rama.
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Friday, March 29, 2013
Candy News
Here's a few Easter links to get you in the holiday mood:
You're a winner if you come in first place in the official Peeps diorama contest, you get a double win if you incorporate space and science into your diorama.
Just Born releases silliest poll results in the history of candy polls.
The Huffington Post has a great photo collections of desserts featuring the Easter Bunny. They also posted a great collection of nest themed treats as well.
Working at a candy factory looks like a lot of fun, but I imagine around Easter time it's also really busy.
I'm sure most of you are familiar with Cadbury Cream Eggs, if you're not, here's something that will bring you up to speed.
Ancient Cadbury Cream Egg uncovered... I'd still eat it.
I present to you, the Cadbury Cream Scotch Egg, it's a wondrous way to use up your leftover Cream Eggs. And just in case this isn't enough for you, here's 8 other ways you can enjoy your Cream Eggs.
And here's our regular links of the week:
I have a new fascination with "candy brands" lately, here's a study about which are the most popular.
British schools are worried that kids will put out an eye out with their lunch time desserts.
How would you like to eat a Macaron, that looks like a miniature Big Mac?
Archaeologists are always finding cool things, some have even found ancient chocolate.
Would you ever eat a Mountain Dew/Dorito cupcake, I couldn't, I'd have to eat a dozen of them.
Is candy such a big part of our diet that it's the only reason we gain weight? According to these statistics, probably not.
The US has some great treats, only available in certain states, counties, or even cities.
Giving blood? Why not chow down on some dark chocolate, doctors say it helps.
Did you know that in the US Senate, there's a secret candy drawer full of free candy?
Austerity in the UK is becoming very difficult to deal with, but I'm not sure buying American is the best solution.
If you want to keep up with all of the daily candy news that we come across as it happens, follow us on Twitter.
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You're a winner if you come in first place in the official Peeps diorama contest, you get a double win if you incorporate space and science into your diorama.
Just Born releases silliest poll results in the history of candy polls.
The Huffington Post has a great photo collections of desserts featuring the Easter Bunny. They also posted a great collection of nest themed treats as well.
Working at a candy factory looks like a lot of fun, but I imagine around Easter time it's also really busy.
I'm sure most of you are familiar with Cadbury Cream Eggs, if you're not, here's something that will bring you up to speed.
Ancient Cadbury Cream Egg uncovered... I'd still eat it.
I present to you, the Cadbury Cream Scotch Egg, it's a wondrous way to use up your leftover Cream Eggs. And just in case this isn't enough for you, here's 8 other ways you can enjoy your Cream Eggs.
And here's our regular links of the week:
I have a new fascination with "candy brands" lately, here's a study about which are the most popular.
British schools are worried that kids will put out an eye out with their lunch time desserts.
How would you like to eat a Macaron, that looks like a miniature Big Mac?
Archaeologists are always finding cool things, some have even found ancient chocolate.
Would you ever eat a Mountain Dew/Dorito cupcake, I couldn't, I'd have to eat a dozen of them.
Is candy such a big part of our diet that it's the only reason we gain weight? According to these statistics, probably not.
The US has some great treats, only available in certain states, counties, or even cities.
Giving blood? Why not chow down on some dark chocolate, doctors say it helps.
Did you know that in the US Senate, there's a secret candy drawer full of free candy?
Austerity in the UK is becoming very difficult to deal with, but I'm not sure buying American is the best solution.
If you want to keep up with all of the daily candy news that we come across as it happens, follow us on Twitter.
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Friday, December 21, 2012
Christmas Links - Part 3
Instead of just packing away your leftover candy canes for next year's tree, why not make them into a tasty syrup for ice cream, or hot chocolate?
Do you know why candy canes are associated with Christmas? Answer this question, and find out, even if you answer it wrong.
According to a new survey 54% of adults buy candy for themselves, instead of as gifts for the holidays. Greedy, greedy, greedy.
Do you know why candy canes are associated with Christmas? Answer this question, and find out, even if you answer it wrong.
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Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Christmas Links - Part 2
Are you sick of making plain old gingerbread houses? Why not make a gingerbread At-At?
The Big Picture has a great holiday collection of photos, including some photographs of wonderful holiday treats and holiday markets that I'm sure smell really good.
After learning that "nog" is a reference to beer, why not try some beer/Christmas cookie pairings.
Saratoga has a really strange holiday tradition, and it involves smashing peppermint pigs.
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The Big Picture has a great holiday collection of photos, including some photographs of wonderful holiday treats and holiday markets that I'm sure smell really good.
After learning that "nog" is a reference to beer, why not try some beer/Christmas cookie pairings.
Saratoga has a really strange holiday tradition, and it involves smashing peppermint pigs.
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Monday, December 17, 2012
Christmas Links - Part 1
Whenever I see these candy/chocolate villages during the holiday's my first question is can I eat it? The people that answer my question don't really understand that I'm asking if "I" can eat it "right now".
What do I want for Christmas? How about the worlds largest candy cane.
Ever wonder what the "nog" in eggnog means? Well Alton Brown has an answer for you.
The world's most expensive Christmas meal, has a fairly disappointing dessert in my opinion.
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What do I want for Christmas? How about the worlds largest candy cane.
Ever wonder what the "nog" in eggnog means? Well Alton Brown has an answer for you.
The world's most expensive Christmas meal, has a fairly disappointing dessert in my opinion.
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Friday, December 14, 2012
Friday's Candy Links
I'm really digging the new M&M's world site, in particular I love that you can buy things based on your favorite M&M's character.
Speaking of M&M's, Mars anounced that they will be releasing some limited edition colours of M&Ms. The colours were selected by fans.
After reading this article about the best sweets in Istanbul, I'm starting to see a lot of similarities between Greece and Turkey.
And if you happen to be visiting Europe, why not make a stop over in Berlin and check out "Main Street Sweets"
12 interesting quotes from Wikipedia, including information on McDonalds, Cookie Puss, and Tater Tots.
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Speaking of M&M's, Mars anounced that they will be releasing some limited edition colours of M&Ms. The colours were selected by fans.
After reading this article about the best sweets in Istanbul, I'm starting to see a lot of similarities between Greece and Turkey.
And if you happen to be visiting Europe, why not make a stop over in Berlin and check out "Main Street Sweets"
12 interesting quotes from Wikipedia, including information on McDonalds, Cookie Puss, and Tater Tots.
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Thursday, December 13, 2012
Thursday's Candy Links
Hurricane Sandy really took a bite out of the Eastern United States candy industry, in some cases there are stores and factories that are still closed.
Awesome chocolate themed game called Chocolate Fix, is now an app that I will be playing for the rest of the afternoon.
If you've read this blog in the past, you'll know how much I hate food trend lists, and here's McCormick's food trend forecast. It's supposed to be one of the most influential in the whole world, you decide.
Pepsico invents a new word, "Drinkify" and they want to do it to your favorite snacks.
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Awesome chocolate themed game called Chocolate Fix, is now an app that I will be playing for the rest of the afternoon.
If you've read this blog in the past, you'll know how much I hate food trend lists, and here's McCormick's food trend forecast. It's supposed to be one of the most influential in the whole world, you decide.
Pepsico invents a new word, "Drinkify" and they want to do it to your favorite snacks.
CC
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Wednesday's Candy Links
Denny's is offering a new special at their Las Vegas restaurant, it's called a wedding, and it doesn't come "smothered or covered".
This past weekend I was feeling pretty under the weather... maybe I should have eaten a chocolate bar.
According to a study, if I say "Women, chocolate will make you fat", then a large number of women will actually eat more chocolate. According to my own personal study, "academics can get a grant to research just about anything".
In Vietnam, locally made Vietnamese candies are starting to gain in popularity. I'm curious because I can't say I've ever tried any Vietnamese candy.
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This past weekend I was feeling pretty under the weather... maybe I should have eaten a chocolate bar.
According to a study, if I say "Women, chocolate will make you fat", then a large number of women will actually eat more chocolate. According to my own personal study, "academics can get a grant to research just about anything".
In Vietnam, locally made Vietnamese candies are starting to gain in popularity. I'm curious because I can't say I've ever tried any Vietnamese candy.
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Tuesday's Candy Links
Have you ever wondered about the history of the Cupcake? Well here it is, in infographic form too.
So you're looking to eat healthier, or maybe lose weight. Do you think you can achieve this by cutting candy out of your diet? Well think again.
Some people just can't get enough of Tim Tams, me I'm not a big fan, but maybe Pepperidge farms makes them better.
Sure you could try chewing Kraft's new tooth-whitening gum, or you could just brush your teeth regularly and cut back on things that make your teeth less white... Now that I think about it, the gum sounds much simpler.
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So you're looking to eat healthier, or maybe lose weight. Do you think you can achieve this by cutting candy out of your diet? Well think again.
Some people just can't get enough of Tim Tams, me I'm not a big fan, but maybe Pepperidge farms makes them better.
Sure you could try chewing Kraft's new tooth-whitening gum, or you could just brush your teeth regularly and cut back on things that make your teeth less white... Now that I think about it, the gum sounds much simpler.
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Monday, December 10, 2012
Monday's Candy Links
Feeling a little tired on this Monday morning? Why not try one of the silliest products infused with caffeine, like eye drops or soap.
What do you get when you cross cookies, puzzles and dinosaurs? Pure awesome baking.
Sure it's getting cooler right now, but why not enjoy some ice cream? How about a mushroom flavoured ice cream?
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What do you get when you cross cookies, puzzles and dinosaurs? Pure awesome baking.
Sure it's getting cooler right now, but why not enjoy some ice cream? How about a mushroom flavoured ice cream?
CC
Friday, December 07, 2012
Friday's Candy Links
Have you ever tasted a savory soda that wasn't just a novelty drink (like the Jones Soda holiday packs)? Serious Eats takes a look at a few of them and in turn makes me really thirsty.
So is all this cocoa certification actually benefiting cocoa growers, cocoa workers, and the cocoa eating community A recent study say's yes.
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So is all this cocoa certification actually benefiting cocoa growers, cocoa workers, and the cocoa eating community A recent study say's yes.
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Thursday, December 06, 2012
Thursday's Candy Links
Hey all you Canadian Pizza fanatics, Pizza Hut has made the perfect cologne for you.
Mexico is thinking of a 50% gum tax, you'd think that wouldn't mean much until you learn that Mexicans are the 2nd largest consumers of gum in the world.
An eighth grade girl is asking Hasbro to create an Easy-Bake Oven that her brother will feel comfortable using. Gordon Ramsay might want to look into some kind of cross promotion on this one.
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Mexico is thinking of a 50% gum tax, you'd think that wouldn't mean much until you learn that Mexicans are the 2nd largest consumers of gum in the world.
An eighth grade girl is asking Hasbro to create an Easy-Bake Oven that her brother will feel comfortable using. Gordon Ramsay might want to look into some kind of cross promotion on this one.
CC
Wednesday, December 05, 2012
Wednesday's Candy Links
Do you like to laugh? Do you like chewing gum? Well don't look to Bazooka Joe anymore to solve those two problems for you.
Skittles in the UK are getting a makeover as well as a new variety, don't be jealous North America, I think the new flavours been out for a while where you are.
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Monday, December 03, 2012
Monday's Candy Links
Jello has apparently had problems getting down with the kids, they plan on fixing that problem with something called the "Jello Turtle Sundae".
Do you like the KFC's 12 herbs and spices? How do you feel about it in cookie form?
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Do you like the KFC's 12 herbs and spices? How do you feel about it in cookie form?
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Friday, November 30, 2012
Friday's Candy Links
Here are 12 facts about Nutella that you may not have know, and here's one that you do: "I love this stuff"!
Here's an interesting article about food recalls in Canada, although he never really gets to answer the main question asked "Why are there so many tainted-food recalls in Canada?"
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Here's an interesting article about food recalls in Canada, although he never really gets to answer the main question asked "Why are there so many tainted-food recalls in Canada?"
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