Candy Wrappers – Sweets & Snacks Expo 2017

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The National Confectioners Association’s 2017 Sweets & Snack Expo took place May 22-24 in Chicago. Convention attendance broke all records, bringing together 800 confectionery and snack exhibitors and more than 17,000 attendees from 90 different countries. A world class event, ... READ MORE

In Our Candy Drawer: McCrea’s Caramels

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McCrea's Candies is a 6-year-old Boston candy maker that produces lush, hand-crafted caramels in 14 different flavors. There really is something for every caramel lover. ... READ MORE

The Richmond

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A largely residential neighborhood, the Richmond is one of San Francisco’s most ethnically diverse districts. This is also where you will find sweets seldom seen outside of their native lands. The best sweets seeking in the Richmond is, in our opinion, to be done in the local markets. ... READ MORE

In Our Candy Drawer: Dagashi

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This time in our candy drawer, we look at three soft candies we tried are all considered types of dagashi -- inexpensive candy that is usually sold in an attractive package but pretty much designed for children. ... READ MORE

Jordan Almonds – The Delicious Mystery

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Since the almond is native to the Middle East, it is easy to assume that the confection we commonly call the Jordan almond originated in Jordan or, at least, the Middle East. However, candy historians generally agree that the Jordan almond is not a Jordanian confection. ... READ MORE

In Our Candy Drawer: Smashmallow Snackable Marshmallows

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The humble marshmallow, with its origins in ancient Egypt, spent thousands of years being the soft, attractive supporting player in the candy world. Recently, several marshmallow makers have begun to introduce gourmet versions of the familiar puff. ... READ MORE