Well, Black Friday & Cyber Monday have come and gone! Now the holiday decorating begins. Some of us are trying to tastefully decorate without spending too much money since most of the budget was spent on Black Friday & Cyber Monday! Everyone loves Christmas and everyone loves candy… why not combine the two. Candy Canes … Continue Reading »
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A candy blog that offers local resources and information regarding candy and related items from SweetServices.com.
Let’s Talk Turkey…
Thanksgiving is by far one of the best Holidays for families to reunite. It was always a favorite with our family. Since the family has grown so large with kids, grandkids, great-grandkids & in-laws and many moved out-of-state, it became harder for all of us to get together. Finally, three years ago we all decided to celebrate our … Continue Reading »
An “Oldie” but a “Goodie”!
The following is probably the quickest yummiest candy recipe I have ever tasted! You need to buy the tiny twisted pretzels and a bag of Rolo’s and a bag of Pecans – The amount is up to you – make 20 or 2000. Preheat oven to 350. While your oven is heating put the Pretzels on a baking sheet & top … Continue Reading »
CANDY OVERLOAD!!
Wondering what to do with all that Halloween candy? Why not donate all those sweets to our men & women overseas. Many dentists are buying the candy from their patients for $1.00 per pound & donating it to Operation Gratitude. Brighten up the day of one of our heroes by including a card. For those … Continue Reading »
Chicago, who thought!
Being located in the Chicago suburb of Frankfort, it was great having the University of Chicago hold an exhibit and lecture this past Halloween weekend acknowledging Chicago’s importance in candy production around the world! Since the late 1800’s many candy makers and brands are a part of Chicago’s history. Tootsie Roll is the first that … Continue Reading »
Candy & the “Good ‘Ole Days!”
Generations ago, one of the delightful things about “childhood” was how much time we spent getting buzzed on candy. We walked to candy stores, or rode our bikes and returned to sit on the lawn or porch steps to enjoy our sugary treats. Sometimes it would be ritualized. There were certain methods to opening your … Continue Reading »
PROMOTE YOUR COMPANY…
At Sweet Services we realize that candy is a great way to promote your Company! We offer creamy Hospitality ButterMints in solid white wrappers that can be customized to suit your companies’ needs. Up to 3 colors are available for your company logo and/or information. These can also be personalized for Weddings, Special Birthdays or … Continue Reading »
IT’S BACK!!!!
What do all of these have in common ~ “1940” ~ “Victor Bonomo” ~ “Coney Island” ~ “Corn Syrup and Egg Whites”? You guessed it ~ BONOMO TURKISH TAFFY! After 30 years IT’S BACK …as popular as ever! All of you who remember eating this heavenly taffy also remember eating this candy was a ritual. First … Continue Reading »
Thinking Party… Think Pinata!!
Piñatas aren’t just for kids Birthday Parties ~ they’re a real hit (literally) for Halloween, Christmas, Easter, Staff Functions, Business Openings, Weddings, 21st, 40th & even 50th B-Days … the list is endless. So many people are being budget conscious these days, you may have thought about making your own “customized” piñata. The ideas are … Continue Reading »
School’s in Session!!!!!!!!!!!
Sweet Services is once again having its annual September Back to School Sale! Stock up on Swirl Saf-t-Pops, Plain Saf-t-Pops, Sweetart Twists & the popular Albert’s Fruit Chews. The Sweetart Twists are back by popular demand! – 13 Tangy fruit-flavored candies in a roll. Consider Sweet Services for all those school Fundraisers & Parties – Purchase … Continue Reading »