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Rising to popularity on TikTok, freeze dried sweets are some of the trendiest sweets around and we are seeing them all over the place, but what actually are they? Freeze dried candy are sweets, such as marshmallows and chocolate, that have undergone the freeze drying process (a method of removing moisture from food products whilst preserving taste and nutritional value and extending the shelf life - originally used for space travel and military rations) When these sweets come out of this process, they are dry, lightweight and have a crunchy texture and have an insane flavour. This unique texture is...

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In 1975, Popping Candy (also known as Pop Rocks) shocked people across the globe as it was introduced to the Sweet World by Pop Rocks Candy Company. Popping Candy was first invented by a chemist called William Mitchell, whose job was to create innovative food products to capture consumers' attention. Mitchell conducted a science experiment with sugar, lactose, and corn syrup. By exposing this mixture to pressurised carbon dioxide gas, Popping Candy was born: a sweet treat that crackles and pops in your mouth. This candy faced widespread popularity across the world because of the novelty and fun experience it...

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The lead up to Valentine’s Day is here, a time of celebrating love and affection. Each year, as February 14th approaches, we all share the same desire: to find the perfect gift for our cherished partner. Whether that’s a sweet gift or an experience, knowing where to start can be daunting. Valentine’s Day is a happy occasion full of romance and love, and we don’t want the pressure of gift-giving to overshadow it. We've compiled a list of expert tips on how to find the perfect Valentine’s, or Galentine's Day gifts for your loved one. After reading this guide, you’ll...

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Sweets have been an integral part of our lives, carrying with them a rich tapestry of history and tradition. From old fashioned sweets to those that make up our shelves today, the history of sweets in the UK goes far beyond the trendy vibrant packaging and the multi million pound industry we have become accustomed with. Many of the retro sweets that you know and enjoy today used to be called something different. You may remember the sweet treats you loved as a child in their original form, or maybe the brand changes came way back in the day, and...

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New year, new me is a phrase we hear a lot when a new year is on the horizon, so we thought we'd jump on the phrase and think about 'new year, new sweets'. Every year is full of sweet surprises. From new flavours to more people buying a certain brand of sweets, 2024 will have a lot in store with sweet, chocolate and dessert trends across the world. It's so exciting to think about the confectionery industry and the changes and trends that will change it throughout the year, for those of us with a sweet tooth, we can't...

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