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Oreo, Reese's Thrill Fans With New Crossover Snacks: When You Can Get Them Oreo, Reese's Thrill Fans With New Crossover Snacks: When You Can Get Them
Oreo, Reese's Thrill Fans With New Crossover Snacks: When You Can Get Them After years of hints, hacks, and wishful thinking, two of the country's most iconic snacks are making things official. Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and Oreo announced a long-awaited collaboration on Wednesday, July 30. Candy and cookie fans will soon enjoy two new products combining the widely popular chocolate and peanut butter treats. The Reese's Oreo Cup and the Oreo Reese's Cookie will have their "hard launch" on Tuesday, Sept. 2. "When we heard the incredible demand for a Reese's and Oreo mashup, we knew we had to make magic happen," said Dan Mohnshine, the vice president of US con…
Chocolate Giant To Buy Kellogg's Cereal Company For $3.1B: Here's Why Chocolate Giant To Buy Kellogg's Cereal Company For $3.1B: Here's Why
Chocolate Giant To Buy Kellogg's Cereal Company For $3.1B: Here's Why A European chocolate giant is purchasing the cereal company behind Froot Loops, Frosted Flakes, and Rice Krispies. Ferrero Group has agreed to buy WK Kellogg Co for $3.1 billion, the candy company announced in a news release on Thursday, July 10. The Italian chocolatier is the owner of widely popular brands like Butterfinger, Famous Amos cookies, Ferrero Rocher, Jelly Belly, Kinder, Nutella, and Tic Tac. In the agreement, Ferrero will pay $23 per share in cash, a 40% premium on WK Kellogg's recent stock price. Once the deal closes, Battle Creek, Michigan will serve as Ferrero's North Americ…
Selena Gomez Creates Oreo Flavor Inspired By Her Childhood: See What They Taste Like Selena Gomez Creates Oreo Flavor Inspired By Her Childhood: See What They Taste Like
Selena Gomez Creates Oreo Flavor Inspired By Her Childhood: See What They Taste Like Selena Gomez is teaming up with Oreo to launch a limited-edition cookie packed with spice, nostalgia, and a signature twist for lucky fans. The pop star and actress is partnering with Oreo for a cookie inspired by her love of horchata, Mondelēz International said in a news release on Tuesday, May 20. The cookies feature chocolate cinnamon-flavored wafers filled with a sweetened condensed milk-flavored creme, along with a second layer of chocolate and cinnamon creme with cinnamon sugar bits. "Making my own Oreo cookie was a lot of fun," Gomez said. "I grew up loving them, so …
Hershey's Unveils Sweet New Flavor To Improve Your S'mores This Summer Hershey's Unveils Sweet New Flavor To Improve Your S'mores This Summer
Hershey's Unveils Sweet New Flavor To Improve Your S'mores This Summer Hershey's is getting ready for s'mores around summer bonfires with a new flavor of its classic chocolate bar. The new milk chocolate bar filled with caramel was officially released by Hershey's on Tuesday, May 13. The limited-edition candy will be available in six-packs only for the summer. Hershey's said the new bar is perfect for melting with marshmallows by campfires, backyard fire pits, and lakeside nights. "The combination of our signature milk chocolate with golden caramel transforms the classic Hershey's bar into something extraordinary – it's tradition reimagined with just the righ…
Broomall Neighbor Fed Dogs Rat Poison-Laced Meatballs To Stop Their Barking: Report Broomall Neighbor Fed Dogs Rat Poison-Laced Meatballs To Stop Their Barking: Report
Broomall Neighbor Fed Dogs Rat Poison-Laced Meatballs To Stop Their Barking: Report A Pennsylvania man is accused of trying to poison his neighbor’s dogs using chocolate and rat-poison-laced meatballs, Action News 6abc reports. The disturbing discovery was made by Joshua Hunter and his family in Broomall about two weeks ago, when they found hundreds of pieces of chocolate strewn across their yard, the outlet reports. Chocolate can be deadly to dogs, so the family quickly cleaned up the mess to protect their pets, Sushi and Hoagie. But what came next was even more dangerous. "Fast-forward from that incident to two days ago. My son woke up again, took the dogs out — we're o…
New Coffee, Smoothie Shop Celebrates Opening In New Rochelle New Coffee, Smoothie Shop Celebrates Opening In New Rochelle
New Coffee, Smoothie Shop Celebrates Opening In New Rochelle Coffee lovers and foodies have a new spot to check out in Westchester, where a fresh cafe just opened its doors with a celebration.  Cafe Haven at Stella, located in the lobby of the Stella Luxury Apartments at 10 Lecount Place, hosted its official ribbon cutting on Friday, May 9, at 2 p.m., the New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce announced.  The cafe offers freshly brewed coffee, made-to-order sandwiches, cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and more. Those with sugar cravings can also enjoy the eatery's Dubai chocolate sweet treats.  View this post on Instagram…
Want To Be In The 'HERSHEY' Movie? Casting Call Open For All Ages In PA Want To Be In The 'HERSHEY' Movie? Casting Call Open For All Ages In PA
Want To Be In The 'Hershey' Movie? Casting Call Open For All Ages In PA No experience? No problem. A once-in-a-lifetime chance to step into the story of America’s most iconic chocolate empire is here. The upcoming movie "HERSHEY" — starring Finn Wittrock and Alexandra Daddario — is officially casting background actors of all ages for filming across the Pittsburgh region from May 12 through June 27, producers announced this week. Set in the late 1800s and early 1900s, the film tells the dramatic rise of Milton Hershey — a man who turned failure into fortune, built an empire on chocolate, and used it to build schools, homes, and hope for generations. Now, you co…
Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study
Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study Easter traditions are taking a hit this year – especially in the Northeast – as rising prices push families to scale back holiday plans, according to a new survey. Nearly half of Americans plan to skip dyeing eggs in 2025 because of rising costs, WalletHub said in its annual Easter Survey released on Tuesday, April 15. The personal finance website surveyed 200 adults nationwide about their preparations for the important Christian holiday that falls on Sunday, April 20. WalletHub found that 47% of Americans are passing on dyed eggs in 2025. Nearly two in five said that President Donald Trump…
Here's How Much Chocolate Americans Will Devour For Easter In 2025 Here's How Much Chocolate Americans Will Devour For Easter In 2025
Here's How Much Chocolate Americans Will Devour For Easter In 2025 Chocolate bunnies, candy eggs, and sweet treats will fill Easter baskets across the country in 2025 – with tens of millions of pounds in chocolate expected to be eaten, according to a major food supplier. More than 73 million pounds of chocolate are expected to be sold over the Easter holiday season, Cargill said in a news release on Monday, April 14. The Minneapolis company estimates that adds up to more than $2 billion in sales. That's enough chocolate to make more than one billion chocolate eggs or put a half-pound in about 146 million Easter baskets, Cargill said. It could also make nea…
NY Company Recalls Chocolate Products Because They May Contain Small Stones NY Company Recalls Chocolate Products Because They May Contain Small Stones
NY Company Recalls Chocolate Products Because They May Contain Small Stones A sweet treat may come with a hard surprise. Tony’s Chocolonely is recalling two of its popular chocolate bars because they may contain small stones that made it into the product during almond harvesting and processing. The voluntary recall, announced Wednesday, April 2, affects seven lots of the brand’s 6.35-ounce Dark Chocolate Almond Sea Salt Bar and Everything Bar.  The products were distributed nationwide at retail stores and through the company’s website between Friday, Feb. 7, and Monday, March 24. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), 12 complaints were reporte…
Hershey's Kisses Get Sweet Twist With New Cinnamon Toast Crunch Flavor Hershey's Kisses Get Sweet Twist With New Cinnamon Toast Crunch Flavor
Hershey's Kisses Get Sweet Twist With New Cinnamon Toast Crunch Flavor The cinnamon cereal once known as "the taste that you can see" is coming to a chocolate candy classic. Hershey's announced a new collaboration with Cinnamon Toast Crunch in a news release on Monday, Mar. 31. The Pennsylvania candymaker will begin selling Hershey's Kisses flavored with the classic cinnamon breakfast treat. The bold new flavor combines smooth white crème, swirls of cinnamon sugar, and crunchy graham-flavored cookie bits — all packed into the iconic Kisses shape. "Unexpected crossovers are having a moment, and we're delivering a Hershey's Kisses flavor combo no one …
Sweet Shop To Close In Dobbs Ferry: Here's When Sweet Shop To Close In Dobbs Ferry: Here's When
Sweet Shop To Close In Dobbs Ferry: Here's When After more than half a decade of selling sweets, a chocolate shop in Westchester is revealing some news of a more bitter variety.  In an announcement on Monday, Feb. 17, the owner of Cocoa Tree Chocolates, located in Dobbs Ferry at 25 Cedar St., said that the sweet shop would close at the end of February after six years in business.  "We have made the truly bittersweet decision to close our doors at the end of the month," the owner's announcement read.  She continued, "Thank you for all the love and support over the past six years. It has been a wild ride, and now it's time …
Spend The Night At M&M's Times Square: How You Can Win This One-Of-A-Kind Sleepover Spend The Night At M&M's Times Square: How You Can Win This One-Of-A-Kind Sleepover
Spend The Night At M&M's Times Square: How You Can Win This One-Of-a-kind Sleepover Some lucky lovers of M&M's will get the chance to have the ultimate slumber party inside the candy's popular store in Times Square. M&M's has created a contest for the sleepover experience at its flagship New York City store, Mars Inc. said in a news release on Wednesday, Feb. 26. The giveaway celebrates the launch of the brand's new rewards program called M&M's Fun Club. The winner and four guests will enjoy personalized glamping setups, nostalgic sleepover activities, and an exclusive M&M's Fun Club flavor mix — only available during the event. "Our M&M's fa…
Recall Issued For Popular Chocolate Product Sold In NY Recall Issued For Popular Chocolate Product Sold In NY
Recall Issued For Popular Chocolate Product Sold In NY A packaging mistake could put certain consumers at risk. A popular chocolate treat sold in stores across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut — and online — has been recalled due to a potentially serious allergen issue. Kayco, a Bayonne, New Jersey-based company, has issued a recall for Glicks Dark Chocolate Conettos after discovering that some packages may actually contain milk chocolate — posing a risk for those with a milk allergy or severe sensitivity. The affected products were distributed nationwide between Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, and Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, with some units also sold …
Love At First Pint: Ben & Jerry's Debuts Valentine's Day-Inspired Flavor Love At First Pint: Ben & Jerry's Debuts Valentine's Day-Inspired Flavor
Love At First Pint: Ben & Jerry's Debuts Valentine's Day-Inspired Flavor It doesn't matter if you're single, coupled up, in a "situationship," or anywhere in between, you might find it easy to fall in love with Ben & Jerry's newest flavor for Valentine's Day. Ben & Jerry's has revealed Chocolate Covered Strawberry as its first limited-batch flavor of 2025, the Vermont company said in a news release on Tuesday, Feb. 11. The decadent twist on the romantic pairing was announced just in time for Valentine's Day on Friday, Feb. 14. The new flavor combines strawberry ice cream, a swirl of strawberry jam, and rich chocolate fudge flakes. "When strawberry …
Love At First Sip: Stewart’s Shops Debuts 'Sweetheart Shake' Ahead Of Valentine's Day Love At First Sip: Stewart’s Shops Debuts 'Sweetheart Shake' Ahead Of Valentine's Day
Love At First Sip: Stewart’s Shops Debuts 'Sweetheart Shake' Ahead Of Valentine's Day Love is in the air – and in your cup– at Stewart’s Shops. New York’s hometown convenience store chain introduced its new Sweetheart Shake in honor of Valentine’s Day. The limited-edition frosted treat combines customer fave Cherry Loves Chocolate ice cream with dark chocolatey flakes, juicy red cherries, and a decadent chocolate drizzle to make every sip a love story in the making. Whether you’re treating a special someone or just treating yourself, this creamy, dreamy shake is only around for a short time. It's love at first sip! 😍🥤 Say hello to your newest crush, the limited editio…
Quakertown's Sabrina Carpenter Turns 'Me Espresso' Into 'You Espresso' With Dunkin’ Collab Quakertown's Sabrina Carpenter Turns 'Me Espresso' Into 'You Espresso' With Dunkin’ Collab
Quakertown's Sabrina Carpenter Turns 'Me Espresso' Into 'You Espresso' With Dunkin’ Collab Sabrina Carpenter, the Grammy-nominated singer, and Pennsylvania native, is shaking things up — literally — as she teams up with Dunkin’ to debut a new signature drink just in time for New Year’s Eve, the company announced on Monday, Dec. 30. Born in Quakertown and raised in East Greenville, Carpenter’s Pennsylvania roots are as bold as her espresso. Her father built her a home recording studio in the Lehigh Valley, where she first crafted the music that propelled her to stardom. She’s often credited her Keystone State upbringing for inspiring her creativity and shared fond memories of her s…
Market Reopens In Bedford After Fire At Mount Kisco Locale Market Reopens In Bedford After Fire At Mount Kisco Locale
Market Reopens In Bedford After Fire At Mount Kisco Locale A market that was forced to close after a devastating fire has reopened in a new location in Northern Westchester.  Mast Market, a cafe and organic food store originally located in Mount Kisco, held a soft reopening in Bedford at 1 Court Rd. on Saturday, Oct. 26.  The reopening comes more than a year after a blaze at its Mount Kisco locale on South Moger Avenue on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023, that forced the market to relocate to Bedford.  Earlier Report - 3-Alarm Blaze Breaks Out At Business In Mount Kisco Although the market is now open to customers, it will not launc…
Chocolate Syrup Tanker Truck Rolls Over On PA Rt 117: Authorities Chocolate Syrup Tanker Truck Rolls Over On PA Rt 117: Authorities
Chocolate Syrup Tanker Truck Rolls Over On PA Rt 117: Authorities A tractor-trailer hauling a tank of chocolate syrup rolled over in Lebanon County on Wednesday morning, July 24, authorities explained.  The crash happened in the 1800 block of South Forge Road/PA Route 117 near the Campbelltown roundabout in South Londonderry Township, at 2:55 a.m., according to township officials.  The crash shuttered the roadway from Airport to Hinkle roads and Northside Drive's eastbound traffic at Brookwood Drive, officials detailed in a release. No chocolate was spilled in the crash, and the driver was unharmed, according to Lebanon County Departm…
Hershey's Kisses Become Pennsylvania's Official State Candy Hershey's Kisses Become Pennsylvania's Official State Candy
Hershey's Kisses Become Pennsylvania's Official State Candy The Keystone State is now also the Hershey's Kiss state.  The Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed a bill on Tuesday, March 26 designating the chocolate treat as the state's official candy.  6abc reports that the legislation was inspired by a group of students in the Council Rock School District who were working on a project for a civics class.  "Hershey's Kisses are one of the most iconic chocolate products ever created by Hershey's and one of the most recognized and beloved chocolate products around the world," the bill says.  More than 70 mill…
'Bittersweet Moment': Award-Winning Cambridge Chocolate Shop Shutting Down 'Bittersweet Moment': Award-Winning Cambridge Chocolate Shop Shutting Down
'Bittersweet Moment': Award-Winning Cambridge Chocolate Shop Shutting Down An award-winning chocolate shop in the Boston area known for its artisan candies is shutting down after 14 years of business.  EHChocolatier, located at 145 Huron Avenue in Cambridge, announced that will be closing its doors on Friday, April 28. The decision came as founders and co-owners Elaine Hsieh and Catharine Sweeney chose to pursue different paths outside of their lives in chocolate.  "Catharine will be retiring to spend more time with her family as well as traveling, gardening, and whatever else life brings," the shop's website reads. "Meanwhile, Elaine will be contemplating her ne…
Hershey's Is Raising The Cost Of Your Favorite Chocolate Treats Hershey's Is Raising The Cost Of Your Favorite Chocolate Treats
Hershey's Is Raising The Cost Of Your Favorite Chocolate Treats With less than two weeks until Valentine's Day, The Hershey Company is raising the cost of chocolate. The news was announced during The Hershey Company's Fourth Quarter of 2021 Earnings Conference Call on Thursday.  The company said it is planning for “list price increases across all segments” as a way to drive sales growth.  “Pricing will be an important lever for us this year and is expected to drive most of our growth,” said CEO Michele Buck stated. The reason given for the hike was the rising cost of labor and ingredients. Hershey had already raised some of it's prices in 2…
Valentine's Day Is Coming: Check Out These 5 Top-Rated Sussex Candy Shops Valentine's Day Is Coming: Check Out These 5 Top-Rated Sussex Candy Shops
Valentine's Day Is Coming: Check Out These 5 Top-Rated Sussex Candy Shops Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, giving you the perfect opportunity to stop by a local candy shop and pick up something sweet. From old-fashioned favorites to customized creations, these shops have it all. Here are some of the highest-rated candy shops in Sussex County, according to Google: 1. Village Sweets LLC (75 Rt.15 in Newton, ‘The Shoppes at Lafayette’) Quality and craftsmanship are equally prioritized at Village Sweets in Newton, which earned a 4.2/5-star rating on Google. The shop’s owner, Tracey Williams, was born and raised in England and therefore “accustomed to good…
Chocolate Price Hike Could Be Coming: 'Cocoa Cartel' Nations Agree On Increase Chocolate Price Hike Could Be Coming: 'Cocoa Cartel' Nations Agree On Increase
Chocolate Price Hike Could Be Coming: 'Cocoa Cartel' Nations Agree On Increase The “cocoa cartel” may be coming to cause the cost of chocolate to spike nationwide, according to reports. A new report from the Wall Street Journal found that two countries that control 60 percent of the worldwide cocoa supply - dubbed the “cocoa cartel” - may soon drive up the cost of chocolate products around the globe. The report states that the Ivory Coast and Ghana are teaming to charge hundreds of dollars more per metric ton of cocoa, which will be put in place later this year. The “cocoa cartel” is expected to charge approximately $400 extra per metric ton, a 16 percent increase. I…
Mark Your Calendar: Here's When It Will Be Chocolate Time On Long Island Mark Your Calendar: Here's When It Will Be Chocolate Time On Long Island
Mark Your Calendar: Here's When It Will Be Chocolate Time On Long Island Chocolate triggers the release of endorphins and serotonin and makes people feel good. If that's your experience then head over to the I Love Chocolate Festival on Saturday, June 8 on the Suffolk County Community College campus. Here's where you'll find chocolate covered everything, from pretzels to bacon, strawberries, even crickets, brownies, cupcakes, cookies, pudding, truffles, and fudge. There's more. The festival will have food trucks for lunchtime and vendors will sell items including soaps, body butter, candles, and jewelry. Specialty foods with chocolate for sale that day will inc…
Looking Ahead To Valentine's Day? ChocoVivo's Cacao Is Sourced From Its Yucatan Farm Looking Ahead To Valentine's Day? ChocoVivo's Cacao Is Sourced From Its Yucatan Farm
Looking Ahead To Valentine's Day? ChocoVivo's Cacao Is Sourced From Its Yucatan Farm Valentine’s Day is still a few weeks away, but it’s never too early to start thinking about gift ideas, especially when they involve such a luxurious take on America’s favorite dessert - chocolate. ChocoVivo is a full bean-to-bar chocolate maker that sources its chocolate from a farm in the Yucatan, the original location of cacao’s first domestication. ChocoVivo creates its luxury chocolate using the same ancient methods of the Mayans. The beans are ground with flavorful and aromatic ingredients to provide a versatile and decadent result that can be enjoyed as-is or used in desserts, nut bu…
Chocolate And Wine: Heart Helpers Or Potential Problems? Chocolate And Wine: Heart Helpers Or Potential Problems?
Chocolate And Wine: Heart Helpers Or Potential Problems? A rich, sensory combination, chocolate and red wine are an iconic pairing for everything from celebrations to simply "me-time." However, do these two treats offer health benefits beyond their relaxing properties? “I certainly do not discourage light-to-moderate consumption of wine and chocolate,” said Dr. Andrew Najovits, cardiologist at Metropolitan Cardiology, part of Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). “Research has demonstrated the cardiovascular benefits of alcohol when used lightly or in moderation: Typically, up to one drin…
Chocolate And Wine: Heart Helpers Or Potential Problems? Chocolate And Wine: Heart Helpers Or Potential Problems?
Chocolate And Wine: Heart Helpers Or Potential Problems? A rich, sensory combination, chocolate and red wine are an iconic pairing for everything from celebrations to simply "me-time." However, do these two treats offer health benefits beyond their relaxing properties? “I certainly do not discourage light-to-moderate consumption of wine and chocolate,” said Dr. Andrew Najovits, cardiologist at Metropolitan Cardiology, part of Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). “Research has demonstrated the cardiovascular benefits of alcohol when used lightly or in moderation: Typically, up to one drin…