A unique fundraising activity that used raise money for charities and other good causes, the bake sales has been a major part of Halloween celebrations for decades. Often held by small non-profit organizations, including schools, clubs, and charities, they are normally set up in the weeks before Halloween. Outside […]

Vegan! The diet once thought to be a fad and teased as being “Vulcan” has become a recognized lifestyle movement around the world. While it’s impossible calculate the exact number of true vegans–mostly due to the thin line separating true vegans from vegetarians, lacto-vegans, and other sub-categories–The […]

Whether you like them sweet or sour, mild or spicy, or even flavored with horseradish to whiskey there’s a pickle to suit every taste. These briny delights are used to compliment burgers, but can be enjoyed alone as well. And with more 4.67 million Americans consuming at least at […]

Fudge makes for the perfect gift for friends or a decadent treat for yourself. Made in small batches by hand or custom made to order, artisan fudge has taken the specialty confectionery market by storm. And with the average American spending around U.S. $800 a year in confectionery, a certain […]

Craft soda, just like craft beer, is hardly a new competitor in the mainstream beverage market. In fact, locally produced craft sodas have been in existence since the late 1800s.

Among these regional soda brands were Moxie, Cheerwine, White Rock, and Boylan. Today, the craft soda industry is poised to challenge […]