There’s something to be said for family recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. Whether it’s a secret ingredient, an extra teaspoon of cinnamon or a few ... continue reading...

As per usual, time, distance, and usage can alter the meaning of a word. Forming its round, sugary self in 17th century France… how we got the nonpareil is like a sweet candy game of telephone You ... continue reading...

“Oh fudge!” Rumor has it that this exclamation rang through the sweet candy halls when a botched batch of caramels turned into the marvelous treat we recognize as fudge. Rightly so, to “fudge” ... continue reading...

Run, Run, as Fast as You Can! A Brief History of the Gingerbread Man Ginger itself has long been used to cure a weak stomach and keep away illness. But when it’s baked into a tasty treat, it ... continue reading...

A great question and one I am asked quite often. Over the years the answer has varied. In my teenage years when I was just learning the craft I would more than likely answer that making hard candies ... continue reading...