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From Screen to Stovetop: How TikTok Turned Homemade Candy Into America's Sweetest New Hobby

Something delicious is happening in American home kitchens, and it started with a 60-second video of someone pouring caramel into a mold. TikTok's obsession with nostalgic candy recreations has sparked a full-blown DIY confectionery movement, turning everyday dessert fans into homemade candy makers one peanut butter cup at a time. Here's how the trend took off, who's leading it, and how you can get in on the sweetness.

Jul 2, 2026

Ooh La La: French Artisan Candy Subscription Boxes That Deliver Pure Parisian Magic

Forget the passport — the finest French bonbons, caramels, and pralines are now landing right on American doorsteps. We rounded up the most swoon-worthy French confectionery subscription boxes available to US shoppers, so you can treat yourself (or someone you seriously love) to a little taste of Paris every month.

Jul 2, 2026

Small But Mighty: How the Humble Bon Bon Became America's Most Exciting Gourmet Candy

Once a retro relic of mid-century candy dishes and holiday gift boxes, the bon bon is back — and it's nothing like you remember. Across the US, a new generation of chocolatiers is filling these tiny, glossy shells with flavors like miso caramel, black sesame ganache, and smoky bourbon praline. This is the sweet little comeback story we didn't know we needed.

Jul 2, 2026