Everyone loves dessert – especially during the holidays – and when you’re going to a holiday party or heading home to celebrate, it’s customary to bring a tasty treat. These days, however, with so many people suffering from serious food allergies and dietary restrictions, it can be hard to find a dessert to satisfy all… Read more »
While Yummy Lix Lollipops have been available in the US since 2003, the lollipop itself has been around for many more. While we can’t be quite sure who invented the first lollipop, it is clear that this candy treat has been enjoyed by children and adults alike for hundreds of years. Ancient Origins While these first… Read more »
As October begins, Halloween displays are going up, children are choosing their costumes and parents are writing “candy” on their grocery shopping list. Whether you are purchasing candy for your child’s classroom party or to hand out on Halloween night, it is difficult to find something that will satisfy all potential allergy restrictions. Especially if… Read more »
Here at CIMA Confections, we have lollipops on the brain! We are constantly thinking about new flavors, colors and shapes to try. We have also thought about the size of the lollipop and if anyone has ever broke with conventions and made a giant version. It turns out they have! In 2012, See’s Candy decided… Read more »
Are you a candy lover who is constantly trying to avoid your favorite lollipops, chocolate bars and more? Psychology Today has shed some light on the benefits of various candies. Read on to learn some of the advantages of our favorite sugary treats: Increased Attention After a drop in blood sugar, your brain can have… Read more »
Country singer John Osborne recently married his longtime girlfriend, Lucie Silvas, and the ceremony had a few interesting twists. While many couples spend months agonizing over which wedding rings to pick, not to mention the thousands of dollars spent on them, Osborne and his fiancé decided to do something a little different. Instead of traditional… Read more »
Recently we’ve been talking more about some unusual lollipop flavors including everything from bacon to breastmilk. And while some of these flavors may sound extreme, to dedicated groups of people they have likely become a favorite. We live in a world today where just about any flavor of lollipop could, and probably is a reality…. Read more »
You may have heard of a recent technological trend that is sweeping not only the country, but the entire world. And that is 3D printing. If you aren’t familiar with the technology, 3D printing essentially allows someone to use a computer to design just about anything they can think of. The design can be any… Read more »
From a young age, people are drawn to candy for many reasons. Some people prefer chocolates, others prefer something a bit sourer, and of course almost everyone enjoys a good lollipop every now and then. But just what is it about candy that always keeps people coming back for more? Well, some studies have shown… Read more »
You may have noticed if you’re a Google Android user that different Android versions are named after candy and confectionary. Over the years, there have been Lollipop, KitKat, Jelly Bean, Ice Cream Sandwich, and more. It’s certainly an interesting choice, naming these versions after things that satisfy our sweet tooths. And, for the record, Android… Read more »