Page 3 - Bulk Candy

In a nutshell (or sometimes not in a nutshell), nuts are a customer favorite and a must for any food retailer. But is it better to buy bulk nuts or prepackaged? Though bulk might sound like you’ll have to purchase a huge quantity, believe it or “nut” buying nuts in bulk can actually cost less.

Read on as our experts outline the advantages of going bulk.

As a leading candy manufacturer and distributor, with a robust team of confectionery experts, one of the top questions our reps are asked is ‘How can I build a show stopping candy buffet?’ Much like goodie bags, swag bags, party favors, and centerpieces, candy buffets have become a MUST for any celebration. No matter the event — children’s birthday parties, baby showers, weddings, or even fundraisers — a candy buffet or candy table sets the stage.

Consumers found a new love for chocolate and candy during the stay-at-home orders of 2020. That relationship’s still going strong into 2021. While other food categories are predicted to experience a slowdown due to restaurants re-openings, candy sales are expected to stay high, according to Food Dive.

We’re pulling back the wrapper, uncovering how to keep satisfying their sweet tooth well through 2021.

Instagram Influencers? That’s sooo yesterday! The hottest social media platform driving sales across the entire retail community — TikTok. Described as “Instagram meets YouTube,” TikTok allows individuals to post short clips of anything from comedic skits, to the latest dance moves or — here’s where it gets juicy for those in the food industry – to food reviews AND food challenges!

With 100 million TikTok users in the US alone according to AdAge, that’s A LOT of potential eyeballs to see your business. Major brands selling everything from cleaning products, to apparel, to food already see the potential. The demand for products featured on TikTok is so high, that Amazon has an “as seen on social media” section, AdAge also reports. Take a cue from the big brands. Attract customers with TikTok trend worthy treats.

Love comes in many colors. Flavors too! June is Pride Month and National Candy Month. Help customers show their love for candy and each other with an assortment brimming with a rainbow of colors and a cornucopia of sweet flavors.

Dramatic displays saturated in a rainbow of colors draws customers to your door. Tying your displays to a limited-time celebration helps amp up the urgency to purchase. Here are our top candy loves and the colorful ways to celebrate diversity, inclusion and, of course, candy.

When on vacation, customers want to immerse themselves in what makes their travel destination unique, whether it be the ocean, forest, wetlands, or city skylines. But they can’t spend all their time outdoors, so lure them inside by sprinkling confection versions of the local sights in your confection selection.