A mule-drawn New Orleans institution

Roman Chewing Candy Cart blog post by The Candy Buffet Company

NEW ORLEANS — The shadows are growing long as the Roman Candy man’s mule-drawn wagon rattles up Camp Street, a narrow, potholed thoroughfare that meanders along the Mississippi west from the city’s heart. It’s been a long, hot day for Ron Kottemann and Ada, the mule, and now, with a few unsold taffy sticks piled … Continue reading A mule-drawn New Orleans institution

Allens is Australia’s most effective ad

Allens lollies blog post by The Candy Buffet Company

A gaint doll towers over the street in Allens Confectionery ad by agency JWT which was named Australia’s most effective ad campaign at the Effies on Thursday night.  JWT has taken out the prize for Australia’s most effective advertising campaign after reigniting consumer interest in Allen’s Jellies brand. Advertising agency JWT won the Grand Effie … Continue reading Allens is Australia’s most effective ad

Spring Racing Carnival Candy Bar

Spring Racing Carnival candy bar created by The Candy Buffet Company

Spring Racing Carnival Candy Bar – This candy bar brought a classic spring feel with a contemporary touch. Created in preparation for the 2010 Spring Racing Carnival in Melbourne, we loved incorporating bird cages and heart-shaped lollipops in the design. Coupled with gorgeous apothecary jars, the perfect spring colours, green, pink & white, complimented the … Continue reading Spring Racing Carnival Candy Bar

Salvation Army hand out candy canes

Salvation Army to ring bells, hand out candy canes at Saratoga Race Course this weekend in hopes of collecting donations By MAREESA NICOSIA, The Saratogian SARATOGA SPRINGS — Salvation Army bells will be ringing as usual this weekend at the gates of Saratoga Race Course. Not as usual will be the 4,000 candy canes bell-ringer … Continue reading Salvation Army hand out candy canes

Beautiful Wedding Lolly Buffet At Fenix

Fenix wedding lolly buffet in green, white and black created by The Candy Buffet Company

The Candy Buffet Company team loves working with Fenix Events. In the heart of Richmond, this Melbourne city venue has floor to ceiling windows for an amazing view of the Yarra River. Setup against the Yarra-facing windows, the lolly buffet was a perfect centrepiece for the evening. The wedding colours were green, black and white. Our stylist … Continue reading Beautiful Wedding Lolly Buffet At Fenix

Candy Bar At The ISES White Gala Ball

ISES White Gala Ball by The Candy Buffet Company

The Candy Buffet Company was delighted to design an all-white lolly buffet for the The International Special Events Society Melbourne (ISES). The high-profile event was held on Friday, 13 August 2010 at the Grand Ballroom, Hilton on the Park. The party was named the events industry ‘night of whites,’.  This was an opportunity to attend one of the the … Continue reading Candy Bar At The ISES White Gala Ball

15 Unique Reception Ideas

Want to stretch the limits and have a wedding like none other? Our inspired ideas will help you unveil your personal style for an out-of-this-world celebration. by Allison Micarelli Looking to have a wedding like none other — at least like none other you’ve ever attended? Don’t be afraid to try something new and something … Continue reading 15 Unique Reception Ideas

Prisoner uses lollies in escape

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PRISONER Lew Ross used a smuggled mobile phone and lollies to plan his escape from custody in Toowoomba at the weekend. Ross, 34, appeared in the Toowoomba Magistrates Court today and pleaded guilty to escaping lawful custody, obstructing police, and dealing with a prohibited thing. Prosecutor senior constable Mark McKenzie said Ross, who suffers from … Continue reading Prisoner uses lollies in escape

Boston Police bring Sweets to Streets

Boston Police bring sweets to the streets blog by The Candy Buffet Company

The cops are hitting the streets to sweeten their rep with free ice cream. “I think it’s adorable. You can’t go wrong with free ice cream,” said Keri Lydon, 38, of Roslindale, who picked up a cup for her child at the playground yesterday. To get the scoop, the Herald accompanied four officers and a … Continue reading Boston Police bring Sweets to Streets

BSF Guards offer sweets to Pakistan rangers on I-Day

Wagah border (Punjab), R S Pura (Jammu and Kashmir), Aug 15 (ANI): The Border Security Force (BSF) guards offered sweets to their Pakistan counterparts at the Wagah border check post on the occasion of India’s 64th Independence Day celebration on Sunday. On this occasion, various tourists here were seen jubilant, holding aloft the national flags. … Continue reading BSF Guards offer sweets to Pakistan rangers on I-Day

Katy Perry Gives Australians Free Ice Cream, Inspires Jingoistic Rage

Kay Perry Ice Cream blog by The Candy Buffet Company

You might not be aware of this (given the fact that you probably don’t live in Australia), but on August 27, Katy Perry is teaming up with hyphenated frozen-treat magnate Baskin-Robbins to give everyone free ice cream! I know! All you have to do is wander into any of B-R’s ice cream parlors in Sydney … Continue reading Katy Perry Gives Australians Free Ice Cream, Inspires Jingoistic Rage

Melbourne Football Club Lolly Buffet Pics

Melbourne Football Club Lolly Buffet by The Candy Buffet Company

“It’s a Grand Old Flag” The Melbourne Football Club Demons hosted a “Foundation Heroes Dinner” on 4th August 2010. The dinner was the third major Debt Demolition fundraiser. Melbourne supporters rallied to raise the funds needed to get on top of the club’s debt. The world’s oldest football club asked for the community’s support and that’s … Continue reading Melbourne Football Club Lolly Buffet Pics

Julia Roberts Gets Strict with Her Kids – About Sweets

Julia Roberts blog post by The Candy Buffet Company

Julia Roberts may have gained 7 lbs. from eating bowls of spaghetti, gelato and decadent desserts in Rome while she filmed Eat Pray Love, but don’t expect to find her three children eating rich sugary foods at home. “I’m a pretty strict mom when it comes to sweets,” the Oscar winner, 42, told PEOPLE at … Continue reading Julia Roberts Gets Strict with Her Kids – About Sweets

Wedding Trends of 2010

Wedding Trends blog post by The Candy Buffet Company

Come on in, step inside. Have some candy. There are homemade pies and cupcakes on the side table. Later, if you’re still hungry, you can have a midnight lunch of pizza and finger foods. No, this isn’t your grandmother’s house. These are some of the wedding trends of summer 2010. Cathryn Faulkner, catering sales manager … Continue reading Wedding Trends of 2010

Cookie headset: Do we smell the future of sweets?

Cookie Helmet blog post by The Candy Buffet Company

We are now messing with things that mankind has no business messing with: confectionary treats. “Meta Cookie” is an “interactive gustatory display” by Takuji Narumi of the University of Tokyo meant to test how computers can manipulate the way people perceive taste. The mad scientist has created a helmet with goggles that connect to a … Continue reading Cookie headset: Do we smell the future of sweets?

New store offers sweet, cheerful treats

Unicorn pops, chocolate-flavored crayons and candy necklaces all bring smiles to the faces of adults and children alike. Those smiles can now come easier and more frequently as Kimberly Sheldon, owner of the Candy Bouquet, has just opened a shop where the young and not so young can indulge in bon bons, meltaways and Pop … Continue reading New store offers sweet, cheerful treats

A spoonful of sugar

Mary Poppins Lolly Buffet by The Candy Buffet Company

The new Mary Poppins show that has rolled into Melbourne has been met with rave reviews from all and sundry and The Candy Buffet Company was lucky enough to be invited to present a candy buffet for 200 children and parents at the pre-matinee event for Showbiz at Trunk in Melbourne. As one of our … Continue reading A spoonful of sugar