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Retro bubble gum Chewing gum, as we know and love it today, was first invented in the early 20th century. What began as a relatively strong, lightly flavored texture has since become the firm, bubble-blowing, flavor-packed delicious treat that keeps us coming back for more. But how did bubble gum get to where it is today, what makes it so special, and what are some of the best retro bubble gum brands still on the market? We answer all below! A Brief History of Bubble Gum Bubble gum may be a 20th-century invention, but chewing gum has existed for thousands...

Your Guide to Too Tarts Too Tarts, as their name would suggest, are a candy brand that is dedicated to the popular tart flavor. While they’ve perfected that unique point across multiple products, they’re also experts in achieving the ultimate sugary sweet, almost syrupy flavor and have even mastered the art of sour. The much-loved, exciting, and dynamic brand hosts a wealth of delicious products, including sprays, powder dips, and squeeze candy. So, Too Tart candy isn’t just irresistibly yummy to eat; it’s also incredibly fun! Known for its funky packaging and even funkier flavor names, Too Tarts are a...

Everything You Need to Know About Mike and Ike Candy Mike and Ike are the two names behind their shared candy project that’s become a familiar and much-loved face in candy stores and along candy aisles. They’ve made candy history, split up, reconciled, and are still going strong today while churning out a steady stream of new products and flavors to their eagerly awaiting fans. But really … What is Mike and Ike? Mike and Ike candy is a brand of fruit-flavored candies that were first introduced in 1940 by the company Just Born, Inc., Pennsylvania, USA. Whether or not Mike...

Starburst: Everyone’s Fast-selling Favorite Starburst are box-shaped, fruit-flavored, individually-wrapped (sometimes) soft taffy candy manufactured by The Wrigley Company, a subsidiary of Mars, Incorporated. They’re famous for their fruity flavor and have branched out into various candy markets with exciting new flavors and textures over the years, all without losing any popularity. We're going to unwrap what makes these much-loved candies so great and get to the bottom of the "unexplainable juiciness." Starburst: The Origin Story Starburst candies as we know and love them today, actually started out as Opal Fruits in 1959. Produced in the UK, the four original flavors...

Retro and Nostalgic Candy Canada Think back to your childhood.  Do you remember heading to the corner store on a Saturday morning with a grocery bag of pop bottles to cash in for candy?  What were your favorites? Maybe you remember relishing Fun dip at the lake with all of your cousins, or you used to have contests with your friends to see who could keep a Gobstopper in their mouth the longest. Imagine being able to help people relive those experiences, or better yet share them with a younger generation that they love.  Not only that retro candy makes...