Ever wonder which candy holiday boasts the most sales? Consumers love candy holidays, and Easter is their favorite.
Author: Heather Mayer
Hail to the Treats!
We imagine the confections that pump up our presidents President’s Day is fast approaching and we have come to understand that the position of President of the United States of America is quite stressful. Good thing stressed spelled backwards is desserts! It’s been revealed that long nights making laws on the Senate Floor are fueled by…
And the Winner is… Movie Snacks!
Tasty trivia about movie-time snacking
Our Love Affair with Valentine’s Day Chocolate
Ever wonder why we give heart shaped boxed filled with chocolates at Valentine’s Day?
A Snack Stats Blitz for the Big Game
While for some, the holidays are over, for football fans the holiday has just begun. Enter the Big Game, the second largest food holiday in the country, taking place February 2, 2020. And guests are bringing their appetites, which can mean big sales for food retailers. The National Retail Federation (NRF) estimates that Big Game…
Jumping for Beans – Jelly Beans
In celebration of National Bean Day (January 6), we’re examining our love of the sweeter side of beans – the chewy, fruity, jelly variety.
7 Healthy Food Stats to Supercharge New Year Sales
The New Year is only days away. That means the cookies, cakes, and comfort food of the holidays are soon but a distant memory. Consumers are saying goodbye to grandma’s gooey mac & cheese and homemade cookies, and hello to fruits, vegetables, and other better-for-you foods. This shift from indulgent feasts, to foods on the…
Better-for-You Snacks Hit the Sweet Spot Before New Year’s Resolutions
Go Ahead . . . indulge in better-for-you snacks and sweets. Kick-start customers’ resolution season right. Stock up on snack mixes, fruits, and nuts now.
Silver and Gold Bring Sparkle to any Event
Silver and Gold might be a classic Christmas tune, but this color theme isn’t just for the holidays and New Year’s. It adds a touch of elegance to a wedding, commemorates an anniversary, and brings class to a milestone birthday, or even a baby shower. In fact, consumers’ love of the silver and gold theme…
Comfort and Joy – Create a Mood Boost with Old Fashioned Candy
They’ve trimmed the tree and decked the halls. Next item on customers’ lists – enjoying longtime holiday candy favorites. According to the National Confectioners Association (NCA), 90% of Americans plan to share or gift chocolate and candy this season. This plan has paid off for retailers, with Nielsen reporting $1.08 billion in Christmas candy sales…