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Bring it back: Wonka Bar

Originally a fantasy chocolate bar that only existed in Roald Dahl’s novel “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”, the Wonka Bar was manufactured and sold from 2005 to 2010. This version of the Wonka Bar was released by the Willy Wonka Candy Company brand, which was part...

A brief history of Fanta

“Fanta”, a brand name that comes from the German word “Fantasie”, meaning “imagination”. Why does this beloved fizzy drink have a name with German routes, you may be wondering? Well, Fanta was first created in Germany! Yes, that’s right. Fanta came about during the...

Must try American candy!

American candy is varied and wonderful. There’s plenty of different brands, all of which release delicious new flavours fairly regularly. Whenever a new candy bar or candy flavour hits the stores, it isn’t long before people are flocking to the shelves to buy them and...

Where to get your candy during isolation

The days of self-quarantine and isolation don’t seem to be stopping anytime soon, and it’s hard enough to get a grocery slot, to say nothing of keeping your treat cupboard stocked. Though it isn’t a huge concern in our current climate, we just wanted to pop by your...

Sugar-free candy

In a world where sugar has been both promoted as a good thing, and slandered as a health hazard, it’s hard to know whether you should or shouldn’t be treating yourself. Well, we aren’t health experts, but we want you to know that many top American candy companies out...

Dairy-free American Candy Guide

Are you someone who suffers from a dairy allergy or lactose intolerance? It can be such a difficult time finding American candy that is dairy-free and won’t cause any undue incidents. A lot of the time, those with allergies or intolerance to dairy just decide not to...

2020’s new candy flavours!

2020 is well under way at this point, and there are plenty of delicious treats coming to an American candy store or subscription box service near you! From new KitKats to surprising flavour changes, this list is full of delightful news about the newest candies on the...

The history of Twinkies in five minutes

Hostess is a household brand in America, and Twinkies are something that American youths are extremely used to seeing and buying. The most recognisable Twinkie is the golden sponge cake with a cream filling. They’re often sold individually or in boxes of ten....

Love-Hate Valentine’s candies

Do you have that one candy that you have a love-hate relationship with? One day you’re absolutely craving it, even though you know that it leaves a bad taste in your mouth or contains an ingredient that you’re intolerant to? We all have them, especially if you’re...

America’s favourite Valentine’s Day candy

For many years, America’s favourite candy to give on Valentine’s Day has been a certain kind of sugar candy. These heart-shaped delights have been around for many years, under several different names. Sweethearts, which are also known as “Conversation hearts” in the...

A comprehensive list of available Oreos flavours

It would take a few thousand words to describe and list each and every flavour of Oreo cookie that has existed since the conception of this dual biscuit. However, we are happy to share with our lovely viewers a current list of available Oreo flavours that are filling...

A brief history of Reese’s and their Peanut Butter Cups

Reese’s are currently owned and manufactured by Hershey’s, but they didn’t start as one of the American chocolate giant’s products. Harry Burnett Reese is the man responsible for Reese’s first product, the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup. H.B. Reese Mr. Reese was a Dairy...