Last week we talked about purchasing candy gifts for graduates. It is that time of year again. But what if you’re the one hosting the party? As many times as I implore people to add a little sweet to their gift, you cannot assume people are going to take care of dessert at the party. So it’s up to you, mom and dad, to make sure the tables are chock full of good food, candy included.

When it comes time to serve dessert, you’ll no doubt have plenty of cakes, pies, and cookies. Maybe even some ice cream in the freezer too. But if you’re throwing  a large party, whether in a venue or in your backyard, it’s good to put out candy treats too. You can browse the selection of candy centerpieces here at the Candy Store or stop by their actual store and request a custom order. Of course, you can speak with them over the phone too if you’re out of state. They would be more than happy to put together special centerpieces for the tables. Order chocolate covered pretzels, truffles, dried fruit, etc. to keep everyone happy and full. Well, hopefully not too full so they can try all the other dessert!

I’m assuming by now you’ve already purchased your candy for Mother’s Day, which we discussed two weeks ago. Mother’s Day will soon be over and it’ll be time for all the adults to start thinking about who is graduating this year. College students will be bidding school adieu probably within the next 2 or 3 weeks. High school students, however, are in the home stretch. Now is a good time to start thinking about gifts.

Close friends and family will be buying laptops, dorm room supplies, jewelry, and other commemorative items. Before you get ready to just stick that check in an envelope and call it a day, why not consider a little add-on to your generous donation? The Candy Store offers plenty of candy gifts which will be a big hit at the party. From chocolate covered pretzels to mixed platters of candy and nuts, you can tap into the grad’s sweet tooth with a little surprise. If a big party is being thrown, it’ll be an exceptionally nice gesture to bring some food for all the guests, not just the lucky graduate.

Make a big splash with a tray of truffles or three tiers of scrumptious delights. The Candy Store has plenty of treats to fit your budget and fill the stomachs of the grad and all his friends.

And if you order from now until May 17th, you can qualify for free ground shipping on orders over $35.

A few weeks ago, The Baltimore Sun wrote a piece about the increasing market for gummi candies and mentioned the fine candy makers here at The Candy Store. To recap the article, adults actually make up 65% of gummi candy consumption here in the States, and not children. And believe it or not, sales for the candy have grown in the double digits as of late. Consumers want a fat-free, gluten-free alternative to chocolate and other non-chocolate candies.

Yehuda Nelkin of The Candy Store said:

“Once I saw what was going on with the gummies, we set one area of the store just for the gummies. The gummies sell 75 percent better than the rest of the candy. We sell pounds and pounds of it. When we have people coming in, there’s a very good chance they’re going to be buying some gummies.”

Sales aren’t just coming from consumers who walk into their Baltimore location. People are also using gummi candies at “candy bars” during wedding receptions and parties and ice cream shops using them as toppings. So if you’re looking for more than just chocolate covered pretzels or want to add something chewier to candy gifts, add some of the tasty gummi candies offered at The Candy Store.

Check out the rest of the article here.