Articles by Valerie King

Whimsical Candy: How a Chicago Candy store owners is creating delcious treats

The sweet story of a dream, 40 years in the making.

Valerie King

May 23, 2014

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“I love the idea of now being the only practicing candy maker in the loop,” Chris Kadow-Dougherty says.

Chewy Candies Get Big Going Small

Bite-sized candy trend spurs huge growth in the chewy candy segment.

Valerie King

Crystal Lindell

May 22, 2014

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Chewy candy is so perfect for re-sealable bags, that not only are traditionally chewy candy brands appearing in re-sealable bags, but so are brands that are traditionally hard candies.

Hard Candy Trends: Taking back the reins

Hard candy makers respond to a year of downward sales with new products, expansion and packaging innovation.

Valerie King

April 16, 2014

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While there’s no smoking gun to explain the decline in sales, one thing’s for sure, as far as Sally Lyons Wyatt, at IRI is concerned — there is a huge need for innovation.

Healthy Additives Trends: Guilt-free, from beginning to end

Tooth healthy, high protein reign as top-trending healthy additives.

Valerie King

April 16, 2014

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It’s not so much about throwing taste out the door as it is offering a delightful indulgence that simultaneously has a positive impact on consumer health.

Radz MLB Collection

Radz Brands, Portland, Ore.

Valerie King

April 10, 2014

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Fans of all ages will love Major League Baseball Radz, available for all 30 MLB teams.

PurAgave 100% Pure Dried Agave Products

Island Abbey Foods Ltd., Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Valerie King

April 10, 2014

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PurAgave Agave Delights, the world’s first 100 percent pure-dried agave candy, and PurAgave Lozenges, contain 100 percent pure-dried agave.

New Halloween Package from Torie & Howard

Torie & Howard, New Milford, Conn.

Valerie King

April 10, 2014

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Torie & Howard is introducing a new Halloween-themed package as a healthier option for trick-or-treaters.

Jelly Belly TABASCO Dark Chocolate Covered Jelly Beans

Jelly Belly Candy Co., Fairfield, Calif.

Valerie King

April 10, 2014

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Rich dark chocolate meets sweet heat in the new jelly beans.

Sunrise Confections' New Fruit-Flavored Snack Line

Sunrise Confections, El Paso, Texas

Valerie King

April 10, 2014

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Sunrise is introducing Moon Rocks crunchy fruit-flavored snacks, Farmers Market fruit flavored snacks, and Fruit Shoppe reduced sugar fruit-flavored snacks.

Cube Gift Boxes with Fair Trade Certifi ed Cocoa and Cane Sugar

Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Co., St. Louis

Valerie King

April 10, 2014

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The CUBE line of gift boxes is a collection of America's favorite flavors made with Fair Trade Certified cocoa and cane sugar.

On Demand Confectionery industry experts weigh in on the state of the candy industry, which has gone through the most massive shift in recent memory after grappling with COVID-19. While confectionery as a whole proved to be “pandemic proof,” not every individual category fared so well. Experts will share the insights they’ve gleaned over the last year, while also offering predictions on what’s to come.

To celebrate the 75th year of this prestigious award, we invite you to join us for an evening reception honoring its rich heritage and to celebrate the nominees and winner of the 2022 Kettle Award.

Articles by Valerie King

Whimsical Candy: How a Chicago Candy store owners is creating delcious treats

Chewy Candies Get Big Going Small

Hard Candy Trends: Taking back the reins

Healthy Additives Trends: Guilt-free, from beginning to end

Radz MLB Collection

PurAgave 100% Pure Dried Agave Products

New Halloween Package from Torie & Howard

Jelly Belly TABASCO Dark Chocolate Covered Jelly Beans

Sunrise Confections' New Fruit-Flavored Snack Line

Cube Gift Boxes with Fair Trade Certifi ed Cocoa and Cane Sugar

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