Posts Categorized: Candy Industry News

Why Do We Love Candy So Much?

Lollipops from CIMA Confections

Candy is a treat, obviously! As a kid, candy is something that we crave almost 24/7. Kids usually can’t wait to have their dessert after dinner because they’re craving for sugar is much greater than green vegetables. When Halloween, Valentine’s Day, and Easter roll around, every kid is looking forward to getting all the chocolate… Read more »

History of Halloween and Trick or Treating

History of Halloween and Trick or Treating

According to Forbes, Americans will spend $9.1 billion dollars on Halloween candy and décor this year. That’s a lot of candy! The interesting thing about this is that many families across the country celebrate Halloween without really knowing much about where the “trick or treat” tradition came from. Here’s a brief look at how candy… Read more »