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How food brands can use nostalgia to their advantage

More than 70 percent of U.S. consumers enjoy things from their childhoods.

March 4, 2020

Playing on consumers’ memories and emotional connections to nostalgic flavors and products can spell success for food manufacturers, according to a new report from FONA International.

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1985 Kit Kat contest featured in Stranger Things Season 3

KitKatKa$h, gave away $150,000 in prizes to consumers in the 80s.

Crystal Lindell

July 22, 2019

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Stranger Things Season 3 takes place in the summer of 1985, and the show goes out of its way to get all the details of the time period perfect.

Bazooka launches Throwback pack featuring original comics

6-ct. pack features graphics from the 1980s.

April 5, 2019

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Bazooka Candy Brands, a division of The Topps Co., Inc., is returning to its roots by launching the Bazooka Throwback pack.

Elvis PEZ-ley dispensers

IT'SUGAR, Deerfield Beach, Fla.

February 12, 2019

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IT’SUGAR's Elvis PEZ-ley collection features of two different dispenser designs – a 1960s Elvis and a 1970s Elvis.

Jelly Belly Retro Collection

Jelly Belly Candy Co., Fairfield, Calif.

Alyse Thompson

September 7, 2018

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Jelly Belly Candy Co. shines a spotlight on its timeless confections with the Retro Collection.

Retro candy tins

Boston America Corp., Woburn, Ma.

Alyse Thompson

March 30, 2017

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From women’s fashion to the meteoric rise of Stranger Things on Netflix, the resurgence of ‘80s themes is reaching all markets in 2017. Boston America has introduced three new products inspired by the trend.

Mike and Ike Retro Flavors: Cotton Candy and Root Beer

Mike and Ike, Bethlehem, Pa.

Abigail Watt

January 28, 2015

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Meant to inspire wonderful memories from loyal fans, Mike and Ike will bring back two retro flavors, complete with retro packaging.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store: Barrellin’ Along

Cracker Barrel’s candy section offers nostalgia, sense of wonder to all ages, successfully tapping into every retro decade.

Crystal Lindell

September 19, 2013

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Each of their more than 600 stores features a huge selection of surprisingly fun treats. Tucked below the register, piled high on a display table and stacked on shelves all over the store.

Bonomo Turkish Taffy

The Warrell Corp. Camp Hill, Pa.

September 17, 2013

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Originally debuting in the 1960’s, NIBBLES are back!

Cracker Barrel’s candy section offers nostalgia, sense of wonder to all ages

Old Country store manages to find the retro sweet spot.

Crystal Lindell

August 7, 2013

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There’s something about walking into a Cracker Barrel Old Country Store that takes you to your happy place.

Packaging & Market Strategies for Candy, Snacks & Baked Goods

The 2020 “Packaging & Branding Strategies” free editorial webinar, produced by Candy Industry and Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, will take place on October 6, 2020 at 2:00 PM EDT. This webinar will provide insights and updates related to current and emerging trends in packaging processes, as well as market, branding, and design strategies. This will include analysis of COVID-19 impact on consumer behavior and the overall market.

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Natural Food Flavors and Colorants, 2nd Edition

Although many foods are appealing, and even perceived as natural, in spite of containing synthetic additives, consumer increasingly prefer food products which are fully natural.

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Candy Industry Magazine

June 2019

The June 2019 issue features an interview with a natural candy color specialist, a look at how chocolate bar makers can stand out from the crowd, our global state of the candy industry, and more.

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