Tagged: necco

February 14, 2020

Sweethearts

Back in the 70s, adults exchanged flowers and elaborate boxes of chocolate with their loved ones. Kids, however, preferred those little heart-shaped candies with the chalky flavor and Cupid-like power, each emblazoned with a short message such as “Be Mine” or “Kiss Me”. Sweethearts were always happy to do the talking when you were too shy to verbally profess your love. … read more

Food

October 16, 2017

Candy Buttons

There is no rule that says candy must be sophisticated for a kid to like it. Just drop some sugar on a strip of paper, give it a little color and kids will gnaw on it like it’s their last meal. You know them as Candy Buttons. … read more

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