New England Pretzel & Popcorn Blog
NEW ENGLAND'S BEST "PERFECT PACKS" POPCORN KITS
Posted by New England Pretzels and Popcorn CO., INC. on 2/16/2024
5 Tips for Operating a Concession Stand in Cold Weather
Posted by New England Pretzels and Popcorn CO., INC. on 1/25/2024
5 Tips for Operating a Concession Stand in Cold Weather
Operating a concession stand can be a lot of fun, but when the temperatures drop it’s easy for staff and volunteers to get distracted by the discomfort. A chill in the air can also affect your concession equipment. Use these cold-weather concession stand tips to take care of yourself and your machines, so you can operate your food stand comfortably and maximize your profits.
The Truth About Popcorn & Hardware Stores
Posted by New England Pretzels and Popcorn CO., INC. on 12/13/2023
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Signature Shakes & Blends
Posted by on 2/4/2021
Signature Shakes & Blends
Gold Medal is changing the name of their Corn Treats. The great product you are used to getting will not change.
These Flavors have uses beyond popcorn.
That is why Gold Medal is creating a new brand under the Signature Shakes and Signature Blends names
The new packaging will be phased in as items are reordered. For a limited time you may see both
The Signature Shakes are shake on flavors to usually be added to product after it has been made.
The Signature Blends are blends or glazes made of sweet flavorings, color-only, and flavoring only products.
These are added usually during cooking
Signature Shakes can be used on more than just popcorn.
Of course they are great on popcorn but you have to try them on other products. Make up your own combination
- Burgers, Fries, Salads, Wings, Steaks, Pastas, Seafood, Dips, Appetizer,
They come in 4lb jars
A few select flavors come in 18oz shaker and 25lb bulk
Valentines Hot Chocolate
Posted by on 2/14/2020
Pink Hot Chocolate
Warm up with some Valentine pink hot chocolate.
Spend a nice night snuggling on the couch with your honey with this holiday hot chocolate
4 ingredients.......
New England Fairs 2019
Posted by on 8/16/2019
New England Fairs - 2019
It is a great time of the year for both vendors and for the people who love going to the fair. If you love eating fair food you are in luck. New England has some of the oldest and best fairs in the country.
If you are a vendor at one of the many fairs and festivals, we can help you out. We stock most of your supply needs and are delivering to some of the fairs. Check the list below on dates we go to each fair.
Summer Time is Frozen Drink Time
Posted by on 7/16/2019
Summer Time is Frozen Drink Time
Frozen drinks are not just for kids. Try some adult drinks for your frozen drink machine.
If you do not have a frozen drink machine we carry a few to choose from. Click here
Cherry Limeade Slush, Mojito Mocktail, Ocean Ice Slush, Patriotic Pop Slush, Spicy Mango Mocktail and "Tequilla" Sunrise
New England Pretzel & Popcorn has just what you need to make these..............
Corn Treat Flavor in Waffle Cones
Posted by on 5/31/2019
Make Flavored Ice Cream Cones
Looking for something different this summer. Here is a great idea for waffle cones.
If you are making your own waffle cones now this is an easy way to increase your menu.
All you need is waffle cone mix and corn treats (there are 18 choices)
Just think of the combinations you can come up with. Try orange flavored waffle cone with vanilla ice cream and make a creamsicle. Try a banana waffle cone with chocolate ice cream.
Come up with new and great combination with your special flavored ice cream.
Simple instruction are as follows .....
Snack Bar Items You should Be Selling
Posted by on 2/21/2019
What Snack Bar / Concession Food Items Sells Best?
We all have busy lives and setting up a snack bar or concession stand is no easy task. Your kids school, sporting event or lunch room needs to generate money for the kids.
Do not know where to start?
- What equipment do you need?
- What items do you sell?
- How much do you sell the food items for?
- Where can you get the answers to all these questions?
The answer is right here. New England Pretzel & Popcorn has.......
Super Bowl Party Popcorn Ideas
Posted by on 1/25/2019
Super Bowl Party Popcorn Ideas
Having a Superbowl party?
How about having popcorn. If you want just butter flavored popcorn you can get a 3lb bulk bag
Don't want just butter flavored how about some of these ideas................
Breweries and Bars Snacks
Posted by on 12/27/2018
Breweries and Bars Increase your sales and satisfaction of your customers
Breweries have a large selection of beers. You can increase sales and customer
satisfaction with the right food.
When thinking about the right food, you must think about flavor, ease of prep, and popularity.
We have some great flavors to compliment your brews. We have flavored popcorn, soft pretzels, .......
School Fundraising
Posted by on 11/27/2018
School Fundraising
Schools are always looking for ways to raise money for their programs. With budget cuts and grants drying up, some programs and athletic teams are finding it hard to keep afloat. There is a way to help and not have to tell the kids they can’t be part of the thing they love.
We can help you raise enough money with concession sales
Fundraisers is still the best way to collect the money you need. We have the equipment and supplies that will make in fun for the students easy for
Halloween Supplies
Posted by on 10/11/2018
Popcorn, Pretzels, Cotton Candy, Funnel Cakes, Corn Dogs, Caramel and Candy Apples
What can you think of for your party? Why don't you try.......
New England Fairs
Posted by on 8/30/2018
New England Fairs
Everyone loves going to the fair.
It is a great time of the year for both vendors and for the people who love going to the fair. If you love eating fair food you are in luck. New England has some of the oldest and best fairs in the country.
If you are a vendor at one of the many fairs and festivals, we can help you out. .We stock most of your supply needs and are delivering to some of the fairs. Check the list below on dates we go to each fair.
Inside Scoop on Keeping Customers Around Selling Popcorn
Posted by on 6/25/2018
What makes people come to your stand to buy? The “SMELL”, it brings the customers to your stand every time. All you need to do is pop fresh popcorn ALL day.
Pop a batch about every ½ hour. Keep the smell always in the air. People love the smell of popcorn and they know it was just popped. Do not pop
Profit Possibilities Selling Snack Bar Items
Posted by on 6/5/2018
Are you selling snack bar or concession supply items?
You can make up to 80% or more profit when selling snack bar and concession supplies. Check out the charts on how much the most popular items will make you. Click here for charts You can fund your schools team, your little leagues uniforms, your companies bottom line.
Here is an example on how much profit you make using an 8 oz (med) popcorn machine.
National Popcorn Day
Posted by on 5/23/2018
Happy National Popcorn Day Jan 19th
Popcorn is a healthy vegan food. It is a healthy whole grain food that is high in dietary fiber and low in calories
Yes popcorn is a healthy vegan food choice for daily snacks. Instead of packing those chips or chocolates in your lunch bag for work. Pop some popcorn the night before put in a plastic baggy and you can snack all day.
Popcorn: The Snack With Even Higher Antioxidants Levels Than Fruits and Vegetables
ScienceDaily (Mar. 25, 2012) — "Popcorn’s reputation as a snack food that’s actually good for health popped up a few notches as scientists recently reported that it contains more of the healthful antioxidant substances called "polyphenols” than fruits and vegetables…”
Popcorn is a special variety of kernel that when heated will explode into a puff. It will expand 20 to 50 times larger than its original size. Popcorn seed can be many different varieties with color and GMO’s but the basics are mushroom, butterfly and white.
Mushroom seed is shaped round and mostly used when you are going to coat it. That way when.....
Welcome to our online store
Posted by on 5/22/2018
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Feel free to browse our entire product catalog, and let us know if you have any questions, comments or concerns about the items housed within. Our team is always ready and willing to assist our customers, and we are happy for your visit.
We do try our best to have everything perfect. If you find a error please let us know so we can fix it right away. We are NOT liable for typos.