Consumer curiosity to discover something new is leading to bolder flavors and blends, surprise textures and a greater focus on visual appeal in the sweets and snacks arena.

Here's what Associate Editor Alyse Thompson is looking forward to in the confectionery industry this year.

Unwrapping the flavor of its Mystery Bar, Dylan’s Candy Bar has named its 2019 Flavor of the Year.

It's a wild, wonderful and at times wacky world of flavor fusion, alternative sweetening and exotic experimentation for confectioners and flavor technologists.

Food producers and chefs have gone nuts for pistachios, according to a new trend report by FONA International.