Information Resources Inc. notes that candy sales were up 5.1% for December 2009 over December 2008. Chocolate Covered Pretzel The upward surge in candy sales is expected to continue for the 2010 holiday season. In fact, recent news reports have detailed the need for comfort foods in these sluggish economic times. Comfort food for most Americans means candy. According to National Retail Federation, in 2009 consumers spent an average of $90 on candy and food items as gifts or Christmas holiday treats. Follow a few simple tips for the upcoming Holiday season and your candy sales will be deliciously sweet. Eyes Are The First Step In Taste During the holiday season your emphasis should be on eye-catching gourmet candy displays. For instance, retro candies are big for 2010. Vibrant Candy Display Use signage that reminds customers of way back when. Develop colorful or attention-grabbing displays that will highlight your gourmet chocolates or luscious [...]