NEAL  |   JULY 26, 2021  |   NOSTALGIA CANDY, ABOUT REDSTONE FOODS
We thought it would be interesting to take a look back at the history of these fun, convenient snacks. Where did lollipops originate? And how have they remained so popular today? Let’s get to the center of this mystery!
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JOSH  |   JULY 20, 2021  |   SNACKS, PICKLE PRODUCTS
Pickles are popular and if you landed here in search of the perfect pickle, then we hope you have an appetite! We'll explore the 4,000 year history of the pickle and then we’ll discover some of the wildly-different types of pickles available today.
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DANIEL  |   JULY 15, 2021  |   VEGAN-FRIENDLY CANDY, CHOCOLATE
If you’ve ever shopped for something to satisfy your sweet tooth, and wondered what is vegan-friendly in the candy aisle, then we are here to help! Here are some of the best vegan candies available in 2021!
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NEAL  |   JULY 12, 2021  |   ORDERING GUIDES, BOOST STORE SALES
One of the most important decisions you’ll have to make as a candy shop owner is how much candy to buy and when to purchase your retail products. In this article we’ll discuss some key decisions you’ll need to make as you anticipate your candy buy.
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JOSH  |   JULY 1, 2021  |   CHOCOLATE
The cacao bean must go through a long, transformative process before it becomes the yummy chocolate bar you’ll find at your local store. So, where does chocolate come from? How is it grown? What is the history of chocolate? Let's find out!
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DANIEL  |   JUNE 25, 2021  |   NOSTALGIA CANDY
How did Halloween become the “candy holiday” as we know it today? And, where did trick or treating, costumes and Jack-O'Lanterns come from?
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NEAL  |   JUNE 7, 2021  |   ORDERING GUIDES
Don’t be alarmed, but the holiday ordering season is already upon us! When it comes to planning for Halloween and Christmas, pre-ordering a healthy supply of candy will help you ensure adequate stock in your stores for this busy time of year.
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NEAL  |   MAY 18, 2021  |   BOOST STORE SALES
Does your marketing strategy include TikTok? More and more market research points to the conclusion that you should. Using TikTok and a robust search engine strategy, you may just hit a winner in your store's candy sales.
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JOSH  |   MAY 3, 2021  |   NOSTALGIA CANDY
Now is a good time for you to consider stocking your sweet shop with some of the most loveable retro candy that is still selling well today – we, at award-winning Redstone Foods, would be glad to help!
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DANIEL  |   APRIL 27, 2021  |   BOOST STORE SALES
From social media challenges to party themes, a wide variety of sour candies are in the pop culture limelight. While this trend continues to surge, you don’t want to miss the spike in customer demand.
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JOSH  |   APRIL 20, 2021  |   BOOST STORE SALES
Candy sales increased in 2020, during a year when the “candy experts” were concerned the pandemic would drive-down sales. So if candy sales actually went up during COVID, what do you think might happen when people are allowed to let loose a little?
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NEAL  |   APRIL 5, 2021  |   BOOST STORE SALES
Here are a few ways to help sell the most gummies as possible this summer. These tips should not only help boost your gummy sales but they will also help create loyal, returning customers for years to come.
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JOSH  |   MARCH 30, 2021  |   ABOUT REDSTONE FOODS
Celebrating 55 years in business, family-owned and operated Redstone Foods is a proud Texas tradition. Founded in 1966 by Herman Rothstein and his wife, Helen, the company began with the couple selling candy out of their car to their customers.
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DANIEL  |   MARCH 23, 2021  |   GLASS BOTTLE SODA
We’ve all found ourselves in the middle of the drink aisle on a hot summer day looking for that perfect treat to satisfy our taste buds and our thirst at the same time. When it comes time to enjoy these fizzy, sweet drinks, the glass bottle is king.
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DANIEL  |   MARCH 19, 2021  |   BOOST STORE SALES, CHOCOLATE
What makes chocolate so appealing to people of all ages? Eating chocolate has many advantages, like reducing stress, or generally making you feel happy.
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