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In a world of ever-changing consumer habits, snack selection has remained constant. Snacking is still spontaneous with 72% of consumers not planning their snacks, instead simply grabbing as needed (National Confectioners Association). For one-third of these consumers, the impulse section is part of the snacking experience (National Confectioners Association).  Even as impulse sections evolve beyond traditional cashiered lanes to include self-serve checkouts, self-serve corrals, and grab-and-go sections, must-have items are emerging, regardless of format.  Check out these tips for the must-haves to create an on-point point of sale.

While the official “holidays” might not take place until December 25 – let’s face it. Once December 1 hits we want to get our party on!

And we’re always looking for ways to top last year’s fun. That’s why this year we’re making things extra special by adding December’s Food Holidays to our festivities.

Whether it’s a weekday party with coworkers or a weekend party with family and friends, there are fun foods to be celebrating all month long.

When you want to gift a little luxury, but your budget is tight, chocolate and candy gift boxes are always great solution.

They serve up a 5-star gourmet food experience — minus major price tag. And who doesn’t love having that “kid in a candy store” feeling?

It’s not surprising that, this year, when everyone’s feeling the budget crunch, sales of chocolate gift boxes got an 8.3% boost, totaling $342.9 million (Candy Industry).

Grandma’s samplers aren’t the ONLY option for chocolate and candy gifting. Today’s candy and chocolate gifts sets have moved beyond tradition AND aren’t reserved for holidays either.

Inspired to gift gift boxes? We’ve wrapped up the best gourmet chocolate and candy gift box ideas for any occasion and tied them in a little bow just for you! Think of it as our little gift to you.

Everyday Celebrations

Love is in the air! Cupid’s packing his arrows and retailers are stocking their shelves to hit the mark this Valentine’s Day. Even with last year’s challenges, the National Retail Federation (NRF) reported Americans spent $21.8 billion on Valentine’s Day in 2021. While chocolate and candy might make up 54% of gift plans (NRF), competitor analysis company, Competitor Monitor reports “staying in” and “creating an experience” are emerging trends for Valentine’s gifts. Time to think outside the (chocolate) box with exceptional food experiences.

Our expert food matchmakers offer advice sure to get customers’ hearts all aflutter.

We all love holiday food traditions. Like a classic song or movie can benefit from a remix or a remake, so too can classic holiday food and candy! Attract customers of every generation by serving up classic holiday traditions with a fresh, modern spin.

Putting a new twist on longtime traditions makes you stand out as a source for cutting-edge trends – during the holidays and beyond. Give those die-hard holiday fans a new way to celebrate (a change in routine is always welcome), and win over new, younger fans too.

Join us as we don our confectionery DJ/Producer hats and remix some long-time holiday staples.

The love baking and baking ingredients received in 2020 was beyond measure. Total sales reached $26.5 billion in 2020, a 24% increase from 2019, according to Baking Business. Expect that number to continue to rise and get beat by 2025, based on predictions by FoodNavigator-USA.com. 45% of consumers call themselves avid bakers, baking at least 1-2 times a month (FoodNavigator-USA.com). Whipping in some new baking supplies could be the secret ingredient to a rise in some serious