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The Creative Life of S'mores

The Creative Life of S'mores

Love S'mores? Then you'll really love creative ideas brought to you by The Girl Scouts of the 1940s and our...
The Story of Salt Water Taffy that Wasn't

The Story of Salt Water Taffy that Wasn't

(Adapted from: Susan's Book: "Sweet as Sin") Salt water taffy joined the ranks of caramel, toffee, and other American iconic...
Almonds - From Ancient to Retro. More than a Drupe.

Almonds - From Ancient to Retro. More than a Drupe.

From Susan's Books, Sweet as Sin (2016) and upcoming Fun Foods of America (Summer, 2024) The value of sweets is more...
The Red Line Diner!

The Red Line Diner!

Susan and Nick Vanikiotis, one of the owners of the Red Line Diner! While stopping in Fish Kill New York...

Little Flower - All-in-All

I discovered this amazing segment from a six-line poem by Alfred Lord Tennyson. 40 years ago - it stays with...
The Glamour of Valentine's Day

The Glamour of Valentine's Day

The Glamour of Valentine's Day Dress up and share the glamour of Valentine's Day with some of our most delectable...
Elder Select

Elder Select

About Elder Select For so many Americans, “old time candy” is fascinating. Orange, banana-flavored circus peanuts? Horehound candy?? Penny candy??...
True Treats Survey: The Most Controversial Candies

True Treats Survey: The Most Controversial Candies

We, at True Treats, hear LOTS of comments about what people love and loathe about specific candies. We hear it...
Three Cheers Birthday Kits! Small Brew, Margarita Rimming & Mulling Spice Trio

Gift Giving - What do people really want?

Gift giving can be an angst-provoking event. So many decisions. So many choices. But what do people really want? Since...
Amazing Popcorn Recipes

Amazing Popcorn Recipes - Not What You Thought!

Amazing Popcorn Recipes - Not What You Thought! Popcorn is the second snack food in U.S. history (the first was...
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