What a bunch of sourpusses. Just in time for trick or treating, a national survey of shopper preferences broken down by age group contains what looks like spooky news for sugar pushers — Gen Z does not, in fact, want candy. TIME’s America’s Best Brands report, which asked each generation to list their favorite brands by … Read more
Halloween candy is playing a trick with its treats. This year, mini-sized candies are getting even smaller, and parents filling their bowls on October 31 may be getting less bang for their buck. The shrink-flation — or “shriek-flation,” in honor of spooky season — that’s already come for fast food and soda is also hitting … Read more
The Hershey Co. has added a new disclaimer to Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins following a legal battle over claims that images on the packaging did not match the actual candy. Packages of the seasonal treat now feature the words “Carving not on actual product” next to an image of the pumpkin-shaped Reese’s with jack-o’-lantern-style eyes … Read more
It’s time to say goodbye. Labor Day marked the end of the 2027 summer season for the South-Central Pennsylvania park, which seasonally closed down for the 120th summer. And with that, the sweet amusement park has said sayonara to a fan favorite ride — the Tidal Force. The 32-year-old water ride is setting sail, leaving … Read more
Eau, eau, eau, Eau-zempic! You’ve heard of “Ozempic butt,” “Ozempic fingers,” “Ozempic mouth” and “Ozempic teeth” — now, there’s a new term to add to the GLP-1 lexicon: “Ozempic breath.” Bad breath is a common side effect of GLP-1 diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic because they slow digestion, causing food to linger and … Read more
Talk about a latte of nutrients. Coffee is probably the last thing you’d give your growing kids — but what if it was a clever way to sneak them some extra vitamins, and they could enjoy it next to you and your cup of joe? That’s exactly what David Sanborn and his 8-year-old son, Ethan, … Read more
Cookie monsters and chocolate lovers rejoice. Fans who have been begging for a collaboration between Oreo and Reese’s for years are finally getting their prayers answered. Despite being owned by different companies, the two beloved brands are blending their iconic flavors for not one, but two new products: the Reese’s Oreo Cup and the Oreo … Read more
Hershey has told retailers it will be taking a double-digit price increase on average across its confection portfolio due to a surge in costs of cocoa, a company spokesperson said Tuesday. The maker of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups declined to comment on the specifics of the pricing action as discussions with its retail partners are underway. … Read more
There’s no wrong way to eat a Reese’s. Reese’s has launched the Deconstructed Peanut Butter Cup Kit to allow fans to fill a huge chocolate shell with as much or as little peanut butter as they wish. The limited-time offering features a giant 9-ounce milk chocolate shell and lid, plus a 10-ounce jar of Reese’s … Read more
It’s the partnership that just seemed to make too much sense. WNBA rookie sensation Angel Reese and Reese’s, the popular candy, are finally partnering up after fans have been calling for it, with the hooper now selling merchandise with her name on it with the candy’s iconic branding. “The connection between my name and the … Read more
Some choco-holics are taking Hershey’s to court. Four people in Florida have filed a federal lawsuit against The Hershey Company, claiming Reese’s misrepresents what’s actually inside. Nathan Vidal, Debra Kennick, Abdjul Martin and Eduardo Granados alleged that the company violated Florida’s Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act. Once the chocolate candies are removed from their … Read more
They’re going nuts! Social media users are giddy to discover that pink creme, heart-shaped Reese’s peanut butter cups seem to resemble a different body part altogether. The snack-sized Valentine’s Day treat takes the appearance of a dangling scrotum when turned upside down, many astute sleuths observed. “Reese’s thought pink hearts would be cute, but I … Read more
Dark chocolate has long been seen as a healthy sweet — but a new report suggests that the treat might actually be harmful. A new investigation by Consumer Reports found that dark chocolate bars may contain two heavy metals that are linked to a wide range of health problems. The organization tested 28 dark chocolate … Read more