Professional Candy Buyer back issues from May 2003:
Candy as comfort food takes on new meaning.(Editorial)
May 01, 2003; ... WATCHING THE LIBERATION OF IRAQ unfold across the screen of the small TV in my office. I found it difficult to understand how the troops could switch from their seemingly ordinary daily chores to sudden periods of horrifying intensity. Fortunate enough to have never been in such ...
Brach's backs brand with national promotions.(News & Trends)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... CHATTANOOGA, TN -- Brach's Confections, Inc. is relaunching its nearly 100-year-old Brach's brand with redesigned packaging, a new logo and a consumer ad campaign. Andy Jacobs, director of marketing for Brach's, tells PROFESSIONAL CANDY BUYER: "Our bread and butter is the peg ...
Haribo extends 'naughty bears' ad campaign.(News & Trends)(Haribo of America, Inc. is extending program to other brands)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... BALTIMORE -- Based on the success of its national print ad campaign last year to promote its Gold-Bears brand, Haribo of America, Inc. is extending the program to other brands. Ads in the new "Naughty Bears" series show gummi bears removing the tires from a Stock Car gummi, ...
Hershey extends convenience candy concept for kids.(News & Trends)(Hershey Foods Corp.)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... HERSHEY, PA -- Hershey Foods Corp. extends its line of convenience packaging with Jolly Rancher Rocks and Reese's Mini Pieces in recloseable plastic tubes. Rocks are small, round Jolly Rancher hard candy in three classic flavors--cherry, watermelon and green apple--as well as ...
Stansfield named industry's top buyer.(News & Trends)(Valeria Stansfield, category manager for Rite Aid Corp., to receive the Professional Candy Buyer of the Year Award)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... CLEVELAND -- Valeria Stansfield, category manager for Rite Aid Corp., will receive this year's PROFESSIONAL CANDY BUYER OF THE YEAR AWARD. Stansfield is the first person to be honored twice with a PROFESSIONAL CANDY BUYER award. In 1994, the awards' inaugural year, she was ...
Texas Senate recognizes Atkinson candy.(News & Trends)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... LUFKIN, TX -- The Texas Senate has honored Atkinson Candy Co. for the significant contributions the supplier has made to the economy of East Texas. Company President Eric Atkinson accepted a resolution acknowledging "Atkinson Candy Co. and its popular Chick-O-Stick for their ...
Quality purchases Gilliam name, hard candy business.(News & Trends)(Quality Candy Co. has acquired the Gilliam Candy Brands Inc. name, the Gilliam Old Paduke stick candy brand and specialized stick candy production equipment)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... JULIAN, CA -- Quality Candy Co., Inc. acquires the Gilliam Candy Brands, Inc. name, the Gilliam Old Paduke stick candy brand and specialized stick candy production equipment. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Quality Candy Chairman Pierre Redmond says the acquisition "will ...
Avistar launches for new product development.(News & Trends)
May 01, 2003 ... TAYLOR, MI -- Avistar, a candy development and marketing company, has been launched by executives from National Bulk Food Distributors, a bulk candy distributor with 15 years experience. "Avistar will come up with innovative ideas and candy programs, taking advantage of the ...
M&M's global color vote promotion honored.(News & Trends)(Masterfoods USA takes top honors at the Promotion Marketing Association's Reggie Awards)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... HACKETTSTOWN NJ -- Masterfoods USA has taken top honors at the Promotion Marketing Association's Reggie Awards. Which recognizes promotional marketing efforts. For the company's M&M's Global Color Vote, Masterfoods received a gold award in the International/Global Promotion ...
Cadbury finalizes Adams acquisition from Pfizer.(News & Trends)(Cadbury Schweppes PLC has acquired Adams USA from Pfizer Inc)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... LONDON -- Following shareholder and regulatory approvals, Cadbury Schweppes plc has acquired Adams USA from Pfizer Inc. for $4.2 billion. The transaction results in Cadbury becoming the world's second largest chewing gum supplier. Cadbury now owns the Trident, Dentyne Ice ...
Limited Edition peeps debut for summer, holidays.(News & Trends)
May 01, 2003 ... BETHLEHEM, PA -- Just Born, Inc. is celebrating Marshmallow Peeps 50th Anniversary with the introduction of three Limited Edition items in patriotic and holiday colors. For Summer 2003, Marshmallow Peeps Patriotic Peeps are red, white and blue. For Halloween, Creepy Peeps are ...
Adams & Brooks acquires Looney Tunes license.(News & Trends)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... LOS ANGELES -- Adams & Brooks, Inc. has secured a Warner Bros. Looney Tunes license, marking its "first true jump into licensing." says Russell Case, company sales manager. The agreement covers the classic Looney Tunes characters, including Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck. Taz and ...
Sour Power earns 2003 tasting award gold medal.(News & Trends)(Dorval Trading Co. sour candy wins award)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... NANUET, NY -- Dorval Trading Co., Ltd.'s Sour Power wrapped belts have been awarded a 2003 Certificate of Distinction from The American Tasting Institute. "We are very proud of this award, recognizing our Sour Power Belts," says Roberta Cappel, Dorval president. "It reinforces ...
Nestle tops ACNielsen global mega brands.(News & Trends)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... NEW YORK -- Five candy companies are among 62 brand owners named global mega brand franchises. The findings are based on an ACNielsen study of more than 200 brands From more than 50 manufacturers with market presence in more than 50 countries. The market research ...
Suppliers gear-up for cat in the hat with candy.(News & Trends)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... CLEVELAND -- Preparing for the November 21 theatrical release of Universal Pictures' Dr Seuss' The Cat In The Hat, candy manufacturers will present more than 20 licensed items at the All Candy Expo in May. According to Universal, this marks the first time the Cat In The Hat characters have ...
Wrigley extends juicy fruit to pellet gum.(News & Trends)
May 01, 2003 ... CHICAGO -- The Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. extends Juicy Fruit, its oldest brand, to a pellet gum format, adding unusual "combo" flavors. Wrigley's Juicy Fruit Strappleberry and Grapermelon are available in 12-piece blisters packs and three-packs (three 12-piece single packs). They have ...
Candy-coated chocolates debut from Jelly Belly.(News & Trends)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... FAIRFIELD, CA -- At the All Candy Expo, Jelly Belly Candy Co. will introduce JBz, bite-size milk chocolates covered in hard-planned candy shells featuring 20 of the company's signature Jelly Belly jelly bean flavors. With a SRP of about $7 per pound, varieties include raspberry, ...
Adele Malley retires.(News & Trends)(as president of Malley's Chocolates)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... CLEVELAND -- Adele Malley, president of regional confectioner Malley's Chocolates, has retired, appointing her son Daniel president. She plans to continue ...
Hershey names senior VP.(News & Trends)(Thoma Hernquist appointed Hershey Foods Corp. senior vice-president, chief marketing officer)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... HERSHEY, PA -- Thoma Hernquist has been appointed Hershey Foods Corp. senior vice-president, chief marketing officer. He is responsible for the company's U.S. candy business and Hershey's ...
Experience counts in the category: David Jenkins reveals how his experience as a store manager bolsters his abilities as candy buyer for Fruth Pharmacy.(Exclusive Interview)
May 01, 2003 ... BUYING FOR NEARLY A DOZEN disparate categories, David Jenkins, vice-president of purchasing for Fruth Pharmacy, counts candy as his most challenging yet most rewarding task. "Candy takes a lot of time when you look at everyday plus seasonal," he tells PROFESSIONAL CANDY BUYER ....
Professional Candy Buyer official guide.
May 01, 2003 ... The All Candy Expo returns to McCormick Place this month, and promises another show filled with innovative new products, educational business sessions and meaningful networking opportunities. The 2003 event, set for May 13 to 15, is expected to once again break attendance ...
2003 ACE educational programs.(Calendar)
May 01, 2003 ... MONDAY, MAY 12 1:45-3:15 P.M. AND THE SIGN SAID "BUY YOUR CANDY HERE" Chicago Hilton * Discover the latest information on the use of point-of-purchase materials. Learn the best uses for displays in your store and where to buy POP materials. ...
Haribo gummies pack in snack size bags.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... STOCK CARS FROM Haribo of America, Inc. are now available in single-serve pouches containing two ounces of the car-shaped, fruit-flavored gummies. They ...
Goetze's updates pack graphics.(All Candy Expo)(Goetze's Candy Co)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... PEG BAGS OF Goetze's Candy Co., Inc.'s Caramel Creams now have graphics depicting cream swirled with caramel. Bags hold five ounces of wrapped cream-centered caramels and have a SRP of $1.29, shipping 12 per case. Strawberri Cream Caramel Creams also have a new look. Graphics ...
Zachary focuses on non-chocolate items.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... ZACHARY CONFECTIONS, INC. highlights its starch moulded and mellocreme products, made with real honey. They include candy corn, Indian corn, pumpkins, Autumn mix (candy corn, Indian corn and pumpkins) and Harvest Mix (Indian corn, pumpkins and mellocreme ...
Atkinson brings back long boys.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... COCONUT LONG Boys wrapped chewy candies are now available from Atkinson Candy Co. The old-fashioned caramel and coconut candies are made by Atkinson using the original American Candy formula. They pack in 16-ounce boxes and ...
Russell Stover adds Mini-Mates, updates Elvis CDs.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... SEVERAL "SPECIAL OCCASION" candy and plush animal/toy combinations join Russell Stover Candies' Mini Mates lineup. For Halloween, plush Snoopy is dressed in a Jack O-Lantern mask, holding a trick-or-treat bag illustrated with the Whitman's script "W" and comes with a 1.75-ounce ...
Baby Bottle Pops get juiced.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... THE TOPPS CO. INC. extends its Baby Bottle Pop line with Candy Juice Baby Bottle Pop. Instead of the dip-and-lick pops' traditional powder, the bottle portion of the pop contains liquid candy that can be drunk through a hole in the candy ...
BestSweet extends Baskin-Robbins into bigger bags.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... BESTSWEET INC. adds larger-sized bags to the Baskin:Robbins Smooth & Creamy hard candy line. Six-ounce bags contain one of five flavors: vanilla, mint chocolate chip, Jamoca Almond Fudge, Pralines & Cream and a new assortment--Fruit Medley (orange, lemon, cherry and strawberry). In ...
Schuster targets kids with mints.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... SCHUSTER MARKETING Corp. extends its Blitz Power Mints to kids with Blitz Stoked Power Mints in Berry Blast, Fruit Frenzy and Green Apple. The mints pack in silver colored flip-top dispensers holding 0.75 ounces of product. They ...
Two varieties of mega Smarties available in count good packs.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... MEGA SMARTIES pressed dextrose tablets from Ce De Candy, Inc. now come in count good rolls. Weighing 2.25 ounces, the larger size Smarties are available in ...
Sour Jacks gain watermelon flavor.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... NEW FROM The Promotion In Motion Companies, Inc. are Sour Jacks, watermelon soft and chewy candy. They pack in 3.5-ounce bag-in boxes. Hot cinnamon Hot Heads, fruity Juice Heads and mouth-puckering Pucker Heads are three new ...
Combo bags feature Adams & Brooks, Masterfoods mix.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... ADAMS & BROOKS, INC. packs Fairtime Traditions chocolate molasses and peanut butter chews in 36-ounce laydown bags, along with Masterfoods USA's Snickers and Twix Minis. Called Yum Factory, the bagged assortments have a SRP of $5.99 and ship 12 per case. Candy Cosmos are ...
Dentyne gum gets hot.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... ADAMS USA LAUNCHES Dentyne Fire, spicy cinnamon pellet chewing gum. Packing in 0.034-ounce blister packs with 12 pieces, they have a SRP of 99 cents and ship 18 12-ct displays per case. The company also extends ...
Ferrero extends Tic Tac line for fall.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... TIC TAC BIG BOX from Ferrero USA Inc. is a new pack size for the Fresh Mint and orange mints. The limited edition boxes contain 1.5 ounces of product and feature a holographic label. They ...
Au'Some debuts hamtaro pops.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... HAMTARO MARSHMALLOW Jelly Pops are the latest novelty items to debut from Au'Some Candles Inc. A swirl-shaped marshmallow wraps around a jelly center, which has a decorated character from the Hamtaro cartoon. ...
Added extras combines just born, Topps candy, cosmetics.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... CANDY COSMETICS is a new line of novelty Items from Added Extras that combines girls' cosmetics with candy. Targeted at girls age 4 to 18, products include Just Born, Inc. brands Zours, Hot Tamales, Mike and Ike and Peeps, and The Topps Co., Inc.'s Bazooka, Push Pop, Ring Pop and Baby ...
Asher's new packaging promotes sugarfree bar's low-carb count.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... PACKAGING FOR Sugar Free Bars from Asher's Chocolates now includes "Net Effective Carb" counts on each label and counter display. Weighing 1.65 ounces, the bars come in Sugar Free Pecan Caramel, Sugar Free Liquid Caramel, Sugar Free Solid Milk ...
New pack size debuts for Toxic Waste.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... FAMILY SWEETS CANDY CO., Inc. unveils Toxic Waste Hazardously Sour Candy in 2.1-ounce bags. The sour hard candy is available in watermelon, apple, ...
Superior showcases chocolate-covered nuts, raisins.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... SUPERIOR NUT CO. highlights its line of chocolate-covered cashews, pecans, macadamias, raisins and peanuts. They are available in cans ranging from ...
Sugarfree items join peg line.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... CAPITALIZING ON the growth of sugarfree candy, Georgia Nut Co. unveils 3.5-ounce peg bags of Sugar Free Chocolatey Almonds, Sugar Free Chocolatey Peanuts and No Sugar Added Chocolatey ...
Big sky extends warp Energy Mints.(All Candy Expo)
May 01, 2003 ... LEMON-LIME-flavored Green-T Energy Mints join Big Sky Brands Inc.'s Warp Energy Mints. They are made with green tea extract, ginseng and guarana, for an "energy rush," according to the company. Available in one-ounce tins, they have a SRP range of ...
Lucy chocolate extended to Christmas.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... BASED ON THE classic sitcom character, packaging for Lucy's Chocolate Candy Cane Hearts from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. features a retro design and a photo of Lucy and her friends disguised as Santas. The ...
Scripture candy debuts flavors, redesigns mint tins.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... SCRIPTURE CANDY'S Scripture Mints are available in new flavors and tin designs--a fruit-flavour sour assortment, sugarfree intense spearmint, sugarfree chocolate and sugarfree vanilla. Tins hold about 50 fish-shaped mints (0.5 ounces total) and have one of 78 scripture verses printed ...
Pretzel balls covered in chocolate, peanut butter.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... SHULTZ FOODS rolls out Pretzel Factory pretzel balls in two varieties--covered in milk chocolate and covered in a milk chocolate/peanut butter blend. They pack in 26-ounce plastic tubs that have a SRP of $4.99 and ship 12 per case. Dip ...
Big league chew a hit with baseball fans.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... IN TIME FOR the baseball season, Amurol Confections Co. highlights at this year's All Candy Expo its Big League Chew bubble gum. Packing in 2.1-ounce pouches, they are available in original, grape, strawberry, watermelon, sour apple and sour cherry flavors. Major League Baseball ...
Jurassic DNA Candy "mutates" in mouths.(All Candy Expo)(SQUARE BOONE Village )(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... SQUARE BOONE Village introduces Jurassic DNA Candy, watermelon and peach candy bits that the company says move, sizzle and crackle inside kids' mouths. Packed in test tubes containing 0.42 ounces of candy, each ...
Standard candy promotes traditional favorites.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... STANDARD CANDY CO. focuses on its core items, including Goo Goo Clusters, Coconut Haystacks and Pecan Log Rolls. Goo Goo Clusters are marshmallow centers covered with caramel, pecans and milk chocolate. Peanut butter variety has a peanut butter center covered with peanuts and milk ...
Vero exports lets kids drink "Brain Juice".(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... VERO EXPORTS, SA de CV presents Brain Juice pops. A plastic container holds one ounce of fruit-flavored liquid candy. Kids can squeeze the plastic container or suck on the ...
Sweet Breath Anti-Bacterial Breath Strips debut from health-tech.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... HEALTH-TECH, INC. enters the breath strip sector with Sweet Breath Anti-Bacterial Breath Strips in peppermint, spearmint and cinnamon varieties. The company also offers Sweet Breath Xtreme Candy Strips in strawberry creme, chocolate mint and Cinnamon Inferno varieties. ...
Truffles bagged, gift boxed by Seattle.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... FOR EVERYDAY, assorted truffles from Seattle Chocolate Co. are available in reclosable, bottom-gusseted standup bags, each holding five ounces. Varieties are assorted creme (blackberry, orange and raspberry), coffee (espresso, cafe mocha and cappuccino), mint, peanut butter and dark ...
Chocolate house adds upscale chocolates.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... NEW FROM The Chocolate House, Inc. are Double Chocolate Mousse and Chocolate Mint Meltaways chocolates. Each is available in 20-ounce windowed stand-up bags that contain ...
Ice Cream Candy Floats include three candy types.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... BILLED AS "Three Fab Candies In One," Ice Cream Candy Float pops from Flix Candy Co. feature a fruit flavored whipped cream shaped pop, a cherry gummy to resemble the cherry on top and a liquid candy-filled base kids can drink with an included bendy mini-straw. Each unit contains a total ...
Jelly Belly debuts Jelly bean-shaped, slide-action dispensers.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... JELLY BELLY CANDY Co. premiers two versions of 1.4-ounce Jelly Belly BigBean dispensers. Red BigBeans hold 20 assorted flavors of the company's signature jelly beans, and lime green BigBeans include 10-flavor assortments. Shaped to resemble Jelly Belly beans. dispensers feature ...
Flip-a-Mint adds Whitening Gum, reformulates mints.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... NEW FROM Ovalette Brands, LLC, Flip-a-Mint whitening Gum are 15 pieces of sugarfree, tooth-whitening chewing gum tablets in reusable, airtight plastic containers, in peppermint, wintergreen, cinnamon and spearmint, eight-ct display boxes ship 18 per case. Flip-a Mint Oval Flat ...
Gummi Army Guys return.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... ALBANESE CONFECTIONERY Group, Inc. Gummi Army Guys are red and green gummies shaped to resemble the classic plastic toys. The fruit-flavored gummies pack in ...
Dorval launches Droste Superior Bars.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... DORVAL TRADING CO., LTD. unveils Droste 3.5-ounce Superior Bars. Available in Extra Dark (75% Cocoa) and Milk Chocolate Almond Honey, they have a SRP range of $2.59 to $2.79 and ship eight 18-ct displays per case. The company extends the Choice Confections hard candy line with ...
Goldenberg highlights Peanut Chews line.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... GOLDENBERG CANDY Co.'s Peanut Chews will be the company's focus at the show this year. Peanut Chews, chewy molasses and peanuts surrounded in a chocolately coating, come in original dark and milk varieties. Kosher-certified, they ...
Morgan toasts coconut in nougat.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... ALLEN WERTZ Marshmallow Toastie Fluff, from Morgan Confections, Inc., are light nougat candy with toasted coconut, Sealed cello bags finished with metallic twist-ties and ...
Hulk Cotton Candy, Sour Gummies debut.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... TASTE OF NATURE, INC. rolls out Hulk Cotton Candy and Hulk Sour Gummies. In metalized bags, the cotton candy has a nine-month shelf life and comes in strawberry, pina colada, apple and raspberry. The 2.5-ounce bags ship 24 per case. The gummies are available in ...
Chocolate-covered biscuits extended for holidays.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... WORLD'S FINEST Chocolate introduces a holiday variety of its Majestique Biscuits. The cocoa biscuits are topped with creamy white chocolate, and red and green sugar sprinkles. Majestique butter biscuits are topped with milk chocolate and cocoa biscuits ...
Rice Krispies get multi-colored candy toppings.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... RAINBOW RICE KRISPIES Treats Squares are new from Kellogg USA. Inc. Original flavor treats topped with chocolatey candy-coated pieces, they have a SRP of 59 ...
Gerrit adds sugarfree licorice.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... GERRIT J. VERBURG Co. extends Gustaf's brand licorice with a sugarfree variety. Shaped to resemble bears, the candy packs in eight-ounce tubs with a SRP of $3.69. Gustaf's Traditional Dutch Licorice is available in several shapes and varieties: drops, cats, coins and Double ...
Impact gives twist to lighted Pops.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... TWIST & GLOW POPS, new interactive lollipops from Impact Confections, Inc., are light bulb-shaped pops attached to a plastic coil kids can wear on their fingers. A twist of the coil causes the pop to glow. In Beamin' Blue Raspberry, Shinin' Strawberry, Cherry ...
Lunchboxes hold bubble gum.(All Candy Expo)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2003 ... DART FLIPCARDS, INC. unveils NHL Mini Lunch Boxes--tins filled with 2.2 ounces of sour orange, puck-shaped bubble gum. Tins feature action shots and stats ....