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With its light, fluffy texture and delicate combination of sweet and salty, kettle corn might be the world’s most perfect snack. While typically sold at festivals, carnivals, flea markets, and other events, the origins of this fun concession food go back

As one year ends and another one starts, business owners are looking at their revenues and profits for the year and making plans for a better new year. Unfortunately, for many, the profitability of their business may not have reached

Cotton candy has come a long way since its invention in 1897. Not only has its name changed from “Fairy Floss” (the name “cotton candy” didn’t catch on until the 1920s), but its production method has also changed with the

The sweet, crunchy treat known as a funnel cake, is enjoyed by many every summer at fairs and festivals—but how were they created? Funnel cakes made their first appearance in Anglo-Norman medieval cooking manuscripts under the name “mincebek” or sometimes

There is increased focus on the quality of life a job or career can allow employees to have. While large salaries, bonuses and other benefits may attract some employees, others are looking for employers that offer other types of benefits

Many small business owners that only have a few employees may think there is no need to have an employee handbook or guide. With so few people it may seem reasonable that anything that needs to be communicated can be

Caramel and candy apples are often thought of only around Halloween, but they are such a tasty treat, they really can be enjoyed all year long. Candy coated apples, recognized by their glossy red coating that has a hint of

Large corporate chains are the nemesis of small business, often offering lower prices and using high marketing budgets to lure consumers through their doors. While these ‘big boys’ may have buying power and big advertising campaigns on their side, small