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The Anatomy of Sponge Candy

by Polly MartinJul 31, 20250 comments

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The Anatomy of Sponge Candy

Have you ever wondered about the mysterious anatomy of sponge candy? How does it transform from that giant "flop" into crunchy little squares that are tender and delicious?

Release of Our Summer Sponge Candy Sticker Collection
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by Polly MartinJul 22, 20250 comments

Release of Our Summer Sponge Candy Sticker Collection

Summer release of our favorite sponge candy stickers.

Visit Buffalo Niagara launches "Ultimate Buffalo Food Trail"
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by Polly MartinJun 25, 20250 comments

Visit Buffalo Niagara launches "Ultimate Buffalo Food Trail"

Watson's Chocolates is honored to be a part of that story and of this food trail and was present at the press conference today to share our story and why we are happy o be a part of it all!

Watson’s Chocolates Voted Western New York’s Favorite Sponge Candy by Buffalo Spree Readers
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by Polly MartinJun 23, 20250 comments

Watson’s Chocolates Voted Western New York’s Favorite Sponge Candy by Buffalo Spree Readers

Watson’s Chocolates is proud to announce that it has been named Western New York’s favorite sponge candy by the readers of Buffalo Spree Magazine in its annual “Best of WNY” issue.

Behind the Scenes: What Happens During Watson’s Off-Season?
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by Polly MartinMay 13, 20250 comments

Behind the Scenes: What Happens During Watson’s Off-Season?

After the holiday hustle—when boxes of Sponge Candy fly off the shelves, chocolate bunnies hop into Easter baskets, and mother's receive a decent stash—Watson’s enters a quieter, behind-the-scenes season. But don’t let the calm fool you.

easter chocolate bunny giveaway
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by Polly MartinApr 22, 20250 comments

Easter's Big Bunny Give Away

For decades now, Watson's has raffled off a 15# chocolate rabbit, decorated and ready to play for Easter morning.

42 North Collaborates with Watson's Chocolates on Velvet Dreams
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by Polly MartinMar 27, 20251 comment

42 North Collaborates with Watson's Chocolates on Velvet Dreams

A few weeks ago, we visited our friends at 42 North in East Aurora, NY, to brew our long-awaited collab, Velvet Dreams. The idea all started over a cold one at the Holiday Valley Beer Festival last fall. We met, we tasted, we sipped, and Velvet Dreams, a 5.5% abv raspberry creme...

Sweet 16 Tournament
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by Polly MartinMar 21, 20250 comments

Sweet 16 Tournament 2025

Watson's Sweet 16 is here and after many long family debates, we've selected our Top 16 confections and are ready to take one to the top with your help!

Does anyone NEED a reason to buy chocolate?
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by Polly MartinFeb 26, 20258 comments

Does anyone NEED a reason to buy chocolate?

If you need an excuse, and really you don't, here are five good reason to buy some chocolate: A Taste of Tradition –  Watson’s Sponge Candy has been a beloved treat for generations. Buying it keeps this sweet tradition alive and connects you to family memories. Irresistible Flavor & Texture...

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by Polly MartinFeb 14, 20250 comments

Valentine's Day - it's in the numbers

It's in the numbers.  Watson's sells over 20K chocolate hearts at Valentine's Day!

Sharing Valentine's and a little bit of history
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by Polly MartinFeb 11, 20250 comments

Sharing Valentine's and a little bit of history

Watson's is approaching our 80th anniversary so it’s always fun to hear a little bit of our history, share some chocolate Valentine's, and always something fun about our customers.

What's the deal with Sponge Candy? I have seriously wondered this since I was a child.
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by Polly MartinJan 17, 20251 comment

What's the deal with Sponge Candy? I have seriously wondered this since I was a child.

"How come some sponge candy is lighter and more dense and others are a darker color and less dense? Is there a reason? I have seriously wondered this since I was a child and my parents would get sponge candy and some pieces would “melt” in your mouth faster than...

FDA Ban on FD&C Red No. 3: What it means for Watson's products
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by Polly MartinJan 16, 20251 comment

FDA Ban on FD&C Red No. 3: What it means for Watson's products

We want to inform you that in accordance with the FDA’s recent decision, FD&C Red No. 3 will be phased out from our product line by January 15, 2027. While only a few of our products currently contain this ingredient, we are committed to transparency regarding its use.

Time to Pivot <3
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by Polly MartinJan 09, 20250 comments

Time to Pivot <3

Valentine's Day at Watson's is a time-honored tradition. We write names on over 15,000 hearts every year in our stores and on our website.  We have suckers and truffles, fancy heart assortments and sponge candy clouds. And we've seen it all: proposals, breakups, galentine's wishes, and some things we cannot...

What's on your Christmas list?
by Polly MartinNov 11, 20241 comment

What's on your Christmas list?

Taste the magic of the holidays with Watson's seasonal confections!

'Tis the season to be jolly!
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by Polly MartinOct 13, 20241 comment

'Tis the season to be jolly!

Here at Watson's we know that the Holiday Season is underway when our holiday catalog hits the printer. 

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