Take a walk with us down memory lane as we explore the history, undeniable charm, and lasting allure of old-fashioned penny candy stores.

Candy canes are an iconic symbol of Christmas. Their red and white stripes adorn trees and homes during the holidays while their minty flavor delights taste buds. According to the National ...

In the beginning there was candy, and it was good. Chocolate has been around for somewhere in the neighborhood of 3,000 years, and was a favorite of the Aztecs. Caramel enjoys a rich history in many ...

One of the beauties of the penny candy store was how you collected your stash. Some candies were unwrapped, and you picked these up with a small scoop, a set of tongs, or, at the beachside shops when ...

During the Christmas season, the candy cane industry sees an enormous spike in sales. In 2023, confectionery sales during the holiday season reached close to $7 billion, Carly Schildhaus, director of ...

In 1981, after an 8-year run, the braided caramel 8-inch candy bar was retired, and it remains one of the most requested discontinued candy bars of all time. Mars Inc. launched this distinctive treat ...

Candy corn has been around since the 1880s, and, though it continually pops up on lists of worst Halloween candy ever, its story is still one of perennial success. Moose A. Moose, the pint-sized ...

Valentine’s Day means chalky candy hearts with a lot to say. But what’s behind these very loud little candies? The story of conversation hearts, also known as Sweethearts, began in 1847, when a Boston ...