80 Years of Sweet Connections
It's hard to imagine just how many people have enjoyed something sweet from our candy counters over the decades and now, thanks to our online store, across all 50 states.
Watson's featured in podcast with local author Christina Abt
When thinking about a guest for her new podcast "Heart & Soul," local author Christina Abt called our office and happened to connect with Andrew, who was helping with the phones on a very busy pre-Easter day. What started as a chance conversation quickly turned into an exciting opportunity. Christina...
Wake Up! It's time to celebrate!
We were feeling like rockstars at Channel 4 Wake Up for our 80th Birthday Kick Off! Watch segment here. Meteorologist Mike Cejka brought the heat, warning us about the chilly weather ahead and reminiscing about the good ol' days with Watsons. So many memories and we want to capture them...
Fresh Sponge Candy Today!
We recently had the pleasure of welcoming News 4’s Kelsey Anderson—whose wedding favors came from Watson’s—along with Dave Greber and a very special guest, Grandma Joyce.
Watson's Chocolates is celebrating 80 years with free Valentine hearts
Watson’s Chocolates is marking its 80th anniversary by turning Valentine’s Day into a heartfelt community birthday celebration. On Saturday, February 7, 2026, at its Kenmore flagship store, the family-owned Buffalo chocolatier will give free Valentine’s chocolate hearts to guests age 80 and over in exchange for a favorite Watson’s memory....
The Tradition of Valentine’s Fancy Hearts at Watson’s Chocolates
For more than a century, Valentine’s fancy hearts have been a cherished symbol of love, romance, and thoughtful gifting. These large, beautifully decorated chocolate hearts, often personalized with handwritten names and delicate cursive lettering, represent a tradition rooted in craftsmanship and heartfelt connection.
Celebrating 80 years - we want you!
If you’d like to share your Watson’s memory on camera, we’d love to feature you in our upcoming 80th Anniversary video!
Celebrate 10 Years of Sponge Candy Day with Watson's
Because for 80 years, we've been perfecting Buffalo's favorite treat, celebrate National Sponge Candy Day with us!
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!
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.
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.
A Splash in the Pan
This National Sponge Candy Day, Whitney Watson Beecher sought inspiration from her father, Jim Watson, a bourbon lover.
Western New York's Best Sponge Candy (Buffalo's Best!)
Buffalo Spree announced the Best of WNY 2024 this summer and once again Watson's Chocolates is the winner of Best Sponge Candy!
Watson's Instagram Hits 100K
Our famous "flop" gets the job done!
From a friend in Atlanta
...we uncovered this box from your candy store, and you can only imagine our surprise!