Family owned and self-funded, the vegan food company continues to innovate in the plant-based category with its takes on classic comfort foods.

Ferrara Candy Co. will relocate from Oak Brook Terrace, Ill., to the long-vacant Old Post Office in downtown Chicago next summer.

XO Marshmallow has introduced seasonal marshmallows sure to sweeten up any holiday celebration.

Thanks to a partnership with Windy City Sweets, graduating U.S. Navy boot camp can be marked with specialty sweets and chocolates.

The Lovely Candy Co. has expanded its range of premium confections by adding gummy bears made with honey.

After an introductory pastry course at The French Pastry School, Ramona Thomas knew what she wanted to do. She put plans in motion to develop an all-natural sweets business.

The 2,400-sq.-ft. store, located at Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive, now features an open floor plan and simple, elegant décor meant to draw new and repeat customers to the iconic Chicago brand, owned by 1-800-Flowers.