Candy Buffet

Candy Bars, Candy Stations, Candy Buffets - whatever you call it, guests love it! This is a trend that, though not new, shows no signs of fading.

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Colors may be coordinated with those of your wedding, or varied for interest.

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They can be customized with ribbons and coordinating signs. We used silver scoops but wood has also been made popular by Martha Stewart!

We have used many different containers including baskets, vases, and cake plates. Vary them by height, stack them, turn them on their side. The sky is the limit!

Takeout boxes are a popular take home container but bags affixed with labels and twist-ties are also used.

Rock candy always makes the cut because of their whimsical look and the color varieties available.

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And of course personalized M&Ms are a star candy favor!

Candy Bar Tips:

• Size of candy and container determine the amounts needed. If you have a 1/4 lb. box, figure 1/4 per person - people tend to fill up!
• Make arrangement to have someone refill! You don't want to put it all out at once or the last guests get dregs.
• Use various heights and shapes - your venue may have risers available.
• Larger containers require a lot of candy to look good. If you use them, buy extra candy.
• Scoops are great but also offer tongs for licorice and candy worms.
• Have a server like an old fashioned candy store!
• Create designs in your candy using cookie cutters and two or more colors.

Resources:

• Candy buffets shown - Isha Foss Events
• Scoops - Gala Source, Able Kitchen, LeMelange
• Apothecary Jars - Target, Michaels, Garden Ridge, TJ Maxx, Marshalls
• Boxes and bags - Nashville Wraps, Paper Mart
• Candy - Candy Warehouse, Candy Direct, Candy Favorites, Bulk Candy Store
• Labels - My Wedding Labels